Applications to operate virtual currency exchanges in the Philippines have surged as investor interest remains strong, a senior Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) official said.

“There are 29 pending applications under different stages of processing, i.e., ongoing evaluation, awaiting submission of documentary requirements, and for presentation of business mode,” central bank Deputy Governor Chuchi Fonacier told reporters over the weekend.

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