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Crypto Exchange Luno to Wind Down Singapore Operation

Digital Currency Group's crypto exchange Luno has announced its departure from Singapore, following "part of a regular evaluation of our global strategy and presence." Users have been asked to withdraw their crypto and fiat currencies from the platform before June 19.

Digital Currency Group's crypto exchange Luno has announced its departure from Singapore, following "part of a regular evaluation of our global strategy and presence." Users have been asked to withdraw their crypto and fiat currencies from the platform before June 19.

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