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The Singapore FinTech Association (SFA) has introduced a voluntary code of conduct for payment service providers (PSPs). This sets new industry standards intended to bolster transparency, protect consumers, and build trust within the Singaporean payments…
Indonesia’s leading ride-hailing company, GoTo, announced its second successive quarterly net profit on Wednesday. The positive financial outcome was underpinned by significant expansion in its fintech sector and continued fiscal prudence. For the quarter…
ClearBank, a prominent banking institution, has recently teamed up with Tazapay, a Singapore-based cross-border payments platform experiencing rapid growth. The move is a strategic effort to fortify payment processes between Asia and Europe. Notable Milestone…
Mastercard, the globally renowned credit card company, has named Minsook Cho as its new country manager for Singapore. Cho, an industry veteran with more than two decades of experience, will hold the key responsibility of determining and implementing the…
Revolut, a leading fintech company based in London, has announced its intention to triple the size of its workforce in Singapore over the next few years. This decision is primarily aimed at bolstering product innovation and facilitating regional expansion.…
Fingular, a renowned Singaporean fintech firm, has expanded its Southeast Asian footprint by inaugurating a new operational hub in Malaysia. This recent development represents a strategic move in Fingular’s overall plan to establish a globally integrated…
Audi has officially launched the Audi Revolut F1 Team, an exciting development that firmly establishes the German manufacturer’s presence in Formula One and emphasizes the increasing strategic significance of fintech partnerships in international sports. The…
Singapore’s financial technology (fintech) industry is advancing into a new phase of sophistication. This phase is characterized by the embracement of artificial intelligence (AI), the introduction of stricter regulations, and an increasing focus on regional…
Japan demonstrated its aim to be a prominent platform for global fintech growth at the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025. The country’s aspirations are bolstered by regulatory transparency, digital-asset amendments, and an increasing interest from investors.…
Switzerland is set to be a focal point at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2025, which will mark the country’s ninth consecutive year of participation. The Swiss Pavilion is a testament to how Swiss innovation, trust, and cooperation continue to significantly…
United Overseas Bank (UOB) CEO, Wee Ee Cheong, recently expressed his concerns over the potential risks that come with the swift implementation of technology. He emphasized that in the financial services sector, ensuring security and maintaining trust is…
The Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2025, the country’s premier annual financial technology event, is set to begin this week. The highly anticipated conference will feature over 800 speakers covering a myriad of topics within the industry. Looking Ahead to a…
During the 10th annual Hong Kong FinTech Week in 2025, HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery and Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters discussed the city’s significant role as an international finance hub. Both CEOs shared a bullish outlook about the future of digital…
As the Malaysian payments market surpasses the $90 billion mark, a significant challenge confronts traditional banking institutions – the urgent need to modernize to keep up with the rapid digital transformation and evolving consumer demands. The question…
Tokyo is spurring efforts to establish itself as a leading hub for financial technology (fintech), capitalizing on the exponential growth of digital finance in Asia. The city’s fintech market is predicted to hit an impressive $30.2 billion by 2033, growing at…
Fintech platform, iCapital, is reportedly planning to expand its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, including in cities such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and Australia. Expansion in Singapore iCapital is currently relocating to a larger office in Singapore,…
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