Singapore Orders Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to Block Unauthorized Financial Ads

Singapore said yesterday (Tuesday) that Facebook, Instagram and TikTok must block financial-services ads from providers that lack local authorization. The platforms have until Jan. 31, 2027, to comply. For brokers, crypto firms and trading promoters, the rule sets a new condition for paid access to Singapore users. Overseas incorporation is not the deciding factor. The advertiser must hold the…