Regulatory Compliance
AetherNode is committed to operating within the highest regulatory standards across all jurisdictions we serve.
Our Approach
We believe that strong regulatory compliance is essential to building trust and long-term sustainability in the digital asset industry. Our compliance program is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of every jurisdiction where we operate, and we actively engage with regulators to shape sensible policy.
Licenses & Registrations
MAS Digital Payment Token License
Licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore for digital payment token services under the Payment Services Act 2019.
MiCA Authorization
Authorized under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation for operation across the European Economic Area.
MSB Registration
Registered as a Money Services Business with FinCEN in the United States for permitted activities.
FCA Registration
Registered with the UK Financial Conduct Authority under the Money Laundering Regulations.
Compliance Framework
KYC/AML
Robust Know Your Customer and Anti-Money Laundering procedures including identity verification, source of funds checks, and ongoing monitoring.
Transaction Monitoring
Real-time transaction screening using advanced analytics to detect and prevent suspicious activities, market manipulation, and illicit fund flows.
Sanctions Screening
All users and transactions are screened against global sanctions lists including OFAC, EU, UN, and other relevant authorities.
Data Protection
Full compliance with GDPR, PDPA (Singapore), and other applicable data protection regulations with dedicated DPO oversight.
Reporting & Transparency
We maintain comprehensive records and reporting systems to cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities when required. Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) are filed promptly with relevant authorities. We publish annual transparency reports detailing our compliance activities and regulatory interactions.
User Obligations
Users are responsible for complying with their local laws regarding cryptocurrency trading and taxation. AetherNode provides transaction history and reporting tools to help users meet their tax obligations. If you have questions about your regulatory obligations, we recommend consulting a qualified legal advisor.
Compliance Inquiries
For compliance-related questions, subpoena requests, or regulatory inquiries: compliance@aethernode.io