#Fastex #Growingcrypto Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Fastex has announced the opening of its first U.S. office in Los Angeles, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy.
The new office will offer spot trading services for major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin
$BTC (BTC), Ethereum
$ETH (ETH), Cardano$ (ADA), Solana
$SOL (SOL), and Fastex's native token, Fasttoken. These services will be available to both retail and institutional investors in the United States.
Fastex's decision to enter the U.S. market comes amid a shift in the country's regulatory landscape. Under the current administration, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted a more lenient approach toward cryptocurrency regulation, moving away from the previous "regulation-by-enforcement" strategy. This change has encouraged crypto companies like Fastex to establish a presence in the U.S.
ardan Khachatryan, Fastex's Chief Legal Officer, acknowledged that while the U.S. still lacks a comprehensive legal framework for cryptocurrencies, the recent policy changes have reduced the risks associated with entering the market. He noted that the company is currently focusing on obtaining a license from Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) and is not pursuing a New York State BitLicense at this time due to its stringent requirements.
Looking ahead, Fastex plans to expand further into Latin America, with Brazil identified as the next target market, followed by Argentina and Mexico.
This move into Los Angeles signifies Fastex's commitment to growing its global footprint and adapting to favorable regulatory environments.