1108 series of 2021, published new rules regulating Virtual Asset Services Providers (VASPs) that offer their services or engage in VASP activities in the Philippines. To understand what VASP is, we must first familiarize ourselves with a virtual currency. Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Formerly known as Virtual Currency Exchanges (VCEs), Virtual Asset Provider (VASP) refers to any entity that offers services or engages in activities that provide a facility for the transfer or exchange of virtual assets. The VASP's products and services include virtual assets/currencies (such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, etc.) and e-wallets. Read more in our articles including "What is a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP)?" and "BIR opens Tax Payer Portal".
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Apr 2, 20261108 series of 2021, published new rules regulating Virtual Asset Services Providers (VASPs) that offer their services or engage in VASP activities in the Philippines. To understand what VASP is, we must first familiarize ourselves with a virtual currency.
Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Formerly known as Virtual Currency Exchanges (VCEs), Virtual Asset Provider (VASP) refers to any entity that offers services or engages in activities that provide a facility for the transfer or exchange of virtual assets. The VASP's products and services include virtual assets/currencies (such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, etc.) and e-wallets.
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