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Largest Philippines crypto exchange, Coins.ph, said to face central bank regulatory action
Publication: CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
Author: Ian Allison
Source published: 14/10/2026, 01:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 25/10/2026, 11:48:35 UTC
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Briefings
Coins.ph, the Philippines' largest crypto exchange with 18 million customers, is under investigation by the central bank for handling transactions with restricted offshore gaming and gambling entities. This regulatory action follows the exchange's reported involvement in such restricted sectors, though specific transaction volumes or dates are not detailed in the provided evidence.
Key points
- Coins.ph operates as the largest crypto exchange in the Philippines with over 18 million customers.
- The exchange is under central bank scrutiny for processing business with restricted offshore gaming and gambling companies.
Context
The Philippines' central bank is investigating Coins.ph for handling transactions involving restricted offshore gaming and gambling companies. This regulatory action targets the exchange's operations, which have significant customer volume.
Limitations
The evidence provided is limited to the exchange's customer count and the nature of restricted transactions. Specific dates, transaction volumes, or names of restricted companies are not included in the source material.
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