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Thursday, March 14 2019 - 17:09
AsiaNet
Singapore-based Global Private Exchange 1X Successfully Completes End-to-end Operational Test with Global Investors and Licensed Counter-parties
SINGAPORE, March 14, 2019 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --

- Extensive multi-party operational run thoroughly tested real-time trading and 
other exchange activities 
- Successful completion of exercise demonstrates that 1X processes are fully 
operational and secure 
- Multiple accredited investors in Singapore and around the Asia region took 
part in robust trading simulation, supported by fully-licensed counter-parties


Singapore-based global private exchange CapBridge Platform Pte Ltd 
("1exchange", "1X" or "Platform") has successfully conducted an end-to-end 
operational run of its online exchange and trading facilities. This marks a 
major milestone in one of Singapore's first regulated private securities 
exchange. 

In a comprehensive and rigorous simulation, multiple investors from Singapore 
and around the region thoroughly tested the functionality and robustness of key 
processes and operations on the 1X private securities trading platform. 

Choo Haiping, CEO of 1X, said, "We are extremely pleased that this exercise has 
demonstrated the robustness and security of our functionalities and processes. 
As one of the first regulated private securities exchanges in Singapore, we 
have worked closely with our partners to ensure a secure, efficient, and 
optimal environment for private securities trading to take place. This exercise 
has underscored the clear viability of the CapBridge and 1X integrated approach 
towards capital raising and providing access for accredited investors to trade 
in private equities." 

The test began in February where multiple functions such as investor 
onboarding, client due diligence, listing, order creation, trade match, payment 
transfers and register updates were tested by all participants. 

During the simulation, 1X conducted Anti-Money Laundering and Know-Your-Client 
and (KYC) processes for all investors. Investors used Singapore GovTech's 
MyInfo to provide verified information within minutes to facilitate KYC. MyInfo 
is an e-service provided by the Singapore government that allows users to 
control and share their personal data with approved platforms. 

Notably, the exercise involved fully-licensed and regulated third party service 
providers -- including trusts and escrow agents. The service providers 
performed their respective roles on a bona fide transaction basis. 

Lynn Pang, General Manager of Trust Administration at Equiom Singapore, said, 
"We are glad to participate in this ground-breaking initiative and are pleased 
that the 1X platform is fully-functional. As a global trust administrator 
serving many high net worth individuals, it is critical that a private exchange 
has secure and efficient trading processes in order to provide proper 
safeguards and assurance for investors. We look forward to the platform 
providing access to individual investors seeking the ability to trade in 
growth-stage private companies."

A legal entity was created for the sole purpose of acting as the issuer, and 
investors across the region with operational Singapore bank accounts actively 
bought and sold the representative securities of the issuer. As part of the 
exercise, investors transferred funds from several local banks to the 
designated escrow bank account based in Singapore.

In November 2018, 1X was granted a Recognised Market Operator (RMO) license by 
the Monetary Authority of Singapore. This makes 1X one of the few regulated and 
licensed private securities exchanges in Singapore and the region. The Platform 
is an affiliate of CapBridge, a licensed investment syndication platform, and 
is also an investee of Singapore Exchange (SGX). 

For accredited investors seeking private equity returns via private company 
opportunities that are typically not accessible to individuals, CapBridge 
enables them to directly discover and access such opportunities outside of 
public stock exchanges. 

CapBridge recently introduced "Preferred Access", the exclusive investment 
product designed for individual investors that enables co-investments alongside 
expert lead investors in private investment opportunities from as low as 
SGD$5,000. Through this innovative product, accredited investors can invest 
smaller amounts across multiple deals to diversify their investment portfolios.

With SGX as a shareholder and strategic partner, CapBridge and 1X together 
offer a holistic avenue for deserving family businesses and growth companies to 
fundraise, and for investors to have greater flexibility to monetise and 
recycle capital.  

Combining a primary capital raise through CapBridge with secondary trading 
opportunities via the 1X private exchange, is beneficial in many ways to the 
various market participants, and for the wider capital market ecosystem.

With this successful multi-party operational run of 1X systems and processes, 
1X will now be onboarding its first batch of private companies as well as 
individual accredited investors to participate in the trading of private 
securities. 

For media queries, contact media@capbridge.sg

For companies and investors interested in 
CapBridge--https://capbridge.sg/contact/

For companies and investors interested in 1exchange--https://www.1x.exchange

About CapBridge Pte Ltd

CapBridge is a global investment syndication platform for private 
opportunities. The CapBridge co-investment syndication platform serves 
mid-to-late stage growth companies and the funds that focus on them. Our 
co-investment model is built with investors in mind. We first bring 
opportunities to lead investors, who leverage their specific industry knowledge 
to conduct due diligence, negotiate value adding investment structures, and 
manage their portfolio positions to the desired exit. 

We then open up the same opportunities to co-investors as they leverage on the 
lead investors' expertise in specific industry fields and diligence work. 
Co-investors sign with the same terms as the lead investors and realize better 
risk-adjusted returns and a more likely exit. Companies benefit from working 
with lead investors who understand their sector well and can directly 
value-add, as well as broadening the shareholder base with co-investors who can 
add network connectivity and assist towards a more successful listing further 
down the road. 

The co-investment process is conducted electronically on our intelligent 
platform, which works ceaselessly to match deals with investors and facilitate 
the deal process. 

CapBridge has a Capital Markets Services License and is regulated by the 
Monetary Authority of Singapore. Singapore Exchange (SGX) is a strategic 
partner and shareholder. For more information on the CapBridge co-investment 
platform, visit www.capbridge.sg. 

About 1exchange 

1exchange ("1X") is a regulated private securities exchange that provide 
investors with a unique trading platform to buy and sell private securities in 
a regulated, centralized and transparent manner. 

1X provides an easier and more flexible way to unlock shareholder value and 
recycle capital for private companies. 1X is designed for private operating 
companies seeking capital, or preparing for liquidity events; late-state, 
venture-backed companies with shareholder and employees seeking to monetise 
their shareholdings; and family owned businesses seeking to diversify 
shareholder base or planning for management transitions. Our platform allows 
for professional investors and business owners to trade in and out of their 
positions. 

1X has a Recognised Market Operator License and is regulated by the Monetary 
Authority of Singapore. Singapore Exchange (SGX) is a strategic partner and 
shareholder. For more information on 1X, visit www.1x.exchange.

SOURCE CapBridge Pte Ltd
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