Regulation
Crypto Exchange Gate.io Ceases Operations in Japan, Here’s Why
Effective July 22, 2024, Gate.io announced it will cease operations in Japan, citing the need to comply with local financial regulations. This decision is in line with the exchange’s policy of obeying the laws of the international community.
Gate.io Ends Services for Japanese Customers
Door.io has temporarily suspended the creation of new accounts for individuals in Japan starting July 22, 2024. This is the first step towards complying with Japanese financial regulations to ensure that the company is in line with established legal requirements.
Existing users in Japan are asked to act according to their account management and prepare for the end of services. Gate.io aims to assist its customers in transferring their transactions to cryptocurrency exchanges regulated by Japanese laws.
In regards to the smooth transition, Gate.io will take the following actions. The platform will remove Japanese descriptions and limit the availability of Japanese language options only as needed during the transition. The exchange will also provide information about the services that have been suspended, the plan the exchange will use to migrate the affected assets, as well as the crypto assets that have been affected due to FSA compliance orders.
Any customer with a problem or concern is advised to contact the Gate.io support team for assistance. The exchange apologizes for any inconvenience and reiterates its focus on compliance with relevant regulations across all its markets.
Gate.HK ceases operations
At the same time, Gate.io’s Hong Kong-based operation, Door.HK also closed its operations. The exchange withdrew its applications for licenses under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO) and the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (AMLO).
All new user registrations and asset deposits have been halted and all tokens have been delisted and trading has been halted effective May 28, 2024. Currently, users have been given until August 28, 2024 to withdraw their assets from the platform.
This change is part of a major platform overhaul aimed at increasing security and complying with the rules. The exchange advises users to close their positions and withdraw their funds before the designated timeframes to avoid disruptions.
OKX Exits Nigeria
Similarly, OKX has confirmed its withdrawal from Nigeria effective August 16, 2024, due to new legal and regulatory developments in the country. Nigerian users will not be able to open new trades or use other services, but will be able to withdraw and close their existing positions.
OKX provided clear guidelines on how users can close their positions and withdraw their assets before the specified time.
This trend is a result of the ongoing regulatory issues cryptocurrency exchanges are facing, as several other companies have also withdrawn their applications in different jurisdictions. However, platforms like Crypto. Com, Bullish, and Matrixport are among the companies that are still trying to obtain licenses in areas like Hong Kong.
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