AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCrypto Market Shake-up: BitMEX, whose Seychelles-based owner HDR Global Trading Limited conducted a strategic review, will shut down permanently on 23 September 2026 (04:00 UTC). New registrations are already stopped, and users must close positions and withdraw funds during the wind-down; those who miss deadlines face fees and possible earlier risk limits. Connectivity Boost for Seychelles: Starlink has soft-launched in Seychelles, with the Seychelles Communications Regulatory Authority confirming it operates under local rules and will complement existing providers—aimed at improving reliability and coverage, especially for remote areas. Aviation Link to Africa: Ethiopian Airlines will add double-daily flights from Addis Ababa to Mahé from 1 December 2026, expanding seats and strengthening Seychelles’ global connections via Star Alliance. Regional Finance Regulation: Bitget, also Seychelles-based, has registered on New Zealand’s Financial Services Providers Register, covering forex, transfers and custody, and joining the ombudsman dispute scheme. Tourism & Trade Signals: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List names Praslin, Seychelles, a top pick for nature lovers, while WTO’s Fish Fund approved $2.2m in grants to help countries implement fisheries subsidies rules.
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