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Retail Asia21/04/2022
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Finance

Switzerland as a Sustainability, Blockchain and Fintech Hub

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It seems rather paradoxical that Switzerland is both a hub for sustainability and an energy-gobbling blockchain hub. The latest data from Switzerland’s Department of Finance underscores the growing importance of blockchain and fintech for the country’s financial sector. At the same time, sustainable investments are high on the agenda in Switzerland, the two seemingly at […]
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Retail Asia11/03/2022
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Finance

More Money Reaching Fewer Fintechs

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Although there was a slight slowdown in the Swiss fintech scene last year, there is still much to celebrate. In 2021, the number of fintech companies in Switzerland declined for the first time in six years, yet the volume of business increased, according to an industry study by Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts […]
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Retail Asia21/02/2022
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Finance

UBS Fintech Pioneer Joins Digitization Initiative

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The Open Wealth Association is taking a big step toward a standardized digital interface for wealth managers by appointing a top UBS executive to its board. Switzerland’s largest bank is the seventh member of the Open Wealth Association, whose mission is to strengthen Switzerland as a financial hub and innovation center. It aims to connect financial […]
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Retail Asia15/02/2022
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Switzerland and Singapore to Teamup on Fintech

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Switzerland and Singapore, the often called Switzerland of Asia, are looking towards financial sector digitalization. A conference slated for June in Zurich seeks to do just that. The Point Zero Forum» intends to bring public sector leaders together with top private sector counterparts in businesses and finance, from June 21 to 23 in Zurich, Switzerland’s […]
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Retail Asia14/02/2022
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Startups

Slyp raises $25 million in Series A fundraising

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Digital receipts fintech Slyp has closed a $25 million Series A with the backing of Australia’s big four banks, and plans to use the fresh cash to launch new products and features on its platform. The oversubscribed funding round was supported by new investors such as advisory and investments firm Sayers Group, alongside additional investment […]
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Retail Asia09/12/2021
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Finance

Fintech Rapyd Expands APAC Footprint

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The fintech-as-a-service provider is expanding Greater China coverage and offering company incorporation, business accounts, credit cards, and payments services from a single platform. Rapyd has acquired Hong Kong-based Neat, a cross-border trade enabling platform for SMBs and startups, the fintech said a statement on Wednesday. Neat’s services, capabilities, and licenses will be integrated into Rapyd’s […]
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Retail Asia12/11/2021
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Fintech Funding in Asean Reaches Record High

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The region’s fintech firms brought in $3.5 billion in funding in the first nine months of 2021 – up more than three times compared to the whole of 2020. The rebound in fintech funding was driven by 167 deals including 13 mega-rounds, which accounted for $2 billion of the total funding, said in the FinTech […]
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Retail Asia11/11/2021
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Cebu Pacific Enhances Payment Method Features with CellPoint Digital’s Payment Orchestration Platform

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CellPoint Digital, a fintech leader in payment orchestration, today announces the next leg of its partnership with Cebu Pacific, the largest airline in the Philippines. Cebu Pacific is one of the most successful low-cost airlines in the world, having flown over 22 million passengers to over 60 destinations in 2019, with 70% of these bookings […]
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Retail Asia08/10/2021
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China’s Fintech Crackdown Not Over Yet

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The governor of the country’s central bank said it would be taking more steps to curb monopolistic behavior among internet platform companies and strengthen consumer privacy and data security. We will continue to cooperate with anti-monopoly authorities to curb monopolies and actively deal with algorithm discrimination and other new forms of anti-competition behavior, Yi Gang, governor […]
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Retail Asia06/10/2021
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Finance

Philippines’ Union Bank Opens Fintech HQ in Singapore

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Union Bank’s fintech subsidiary UBX is expanding its operations in Singapore as it eyes growth in Asia. UBX, the financial technology venture studio and fund of Union Bank, hopes its Singapore headquarters will be a bridge for startups to enter the Philippine market, according to an announcement on Tuesday. Operations will be led by Singapore country head Cryus Cruz, who joined UBX […]
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Retail Asia22/09/2021
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Finance

Singapore-Based Fintech Thunes Makes Strategic Appointments

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The fintech startup has made a pair of executive hires to support its global growth strategy. Thunes has appointed Irina Chuchkina as chief marketing officer and Babul Balakrishnan as head of customer care, who will both be based in Singapore, the global cross-border payments firm said on Tuesday. Fintech marketing leader Chuchkina, who is also an Executive Committee Member in […]
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Retail Asia14/07/2021
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Finance

Fintech Finder to Pursue Regional Growth Opportunities

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The company, which purchased Singapore-based financial comparison platform GoBear earlier this year, has appointed a chief growth officer, who will play a critical role in its global expansion. Australia-headquartered Finder has appointed strategic business executive Jinnee Lim to the role of chief growth officer – Southeast Asia, effective immediately, the fintech announced on Tuesday. Lim brings over 15 years […]
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Retail Asia30/06/2021
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Startups

Fintech startup gets $2 mln seed funding from global investors

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Vietnamese fintech startup Infina has raised $2 million in seed funding from five global venture capitalists. The investors are Japan’s Saison Capital, Indonesia’s Venturra Discovery, Singapore’s 1982 Ventures, the U.S.’s 500 Startups, and Korea’s Nextrans. Some Google and Netflix executives are also taking part in this round. The startup has developed an investment app called […]
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Retail Asia23/06/2021
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Finance

Singapore Fintech Association Launches Networking Club

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The initiative aims to foster deeper social engagements among local fintech professionals and corporates and enhance the vibrancy of the industry ecosystem. Members of Singapore’s fintech community can look forward to more industry networking, upskilling opportunities, and lifestyle privileges with the launch of the SG Fintech Club by the Singapore Fintech Association and the Monetary […]
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Retail Asia22/06/2021
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Startups

Fintech startup Mfast raises $1.5 mln

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Fintech startup Mfast has raised $1.5 million in its Pre-Series A funding from a group of investors led by Do Ventures. Mfast is a fintech platform that enables Vietnamese to access, use and introduce financial and insurance service packages as well as other product segments. After three years of operations in Vietnam, it has served […]
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Retail Asia17/06/2021
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Finance

Open Finance Startup to Expand Across Southeast Asia

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Singapore-based Finantier has closed an oversubscribed seed financing round at more than 20 times its pre-seed valuation. Finantier plans to strengthen its presence in Indonesia and Southeast Asia after raising seven figures in seed funding in a round led by Global Founders Capital and East Ventures, it announced on Wednesday. Founded in 2020, the fintech […]
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