Usually, gross generalisations are unreliable, but there is one all-encompassing statement that holds true. Investors want to make the highest return with the lowest amount of market exposure. When markets are moving in a beneficial direction and in a predictable way, the probability of that outcome increases exponentially. But what happens when markets are cooling? What if sentiment is also continually shifting towards the cautious and risk-averse? Can the outcome still be beneficial? There is one type of market participant that knows exactly what to do in this type of situation, who may even offer a lesson to retail traders.…
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Pruv Finance announced a $3 million Pre-A round to build the first compliant real-world asset (RWA) infrastructure that enables seamless on-chain distribution of tokenized assets. This funding round was led by UOB Venture Management, with participation from Saison Capital, Taisu Ventures, Ascent, Spiral Ventures and Royal Group. The RWA sector has surpassed $35 billion in market capitalization, yet an estimated 93% of tokenized assets face transfer restrictions — such as whitelist-only trading or complete non-transferability — that prevent seamless DeFi integration and mass adoption. Pruv directly addresses this challenge. As the first and only Digital Financial platform that secured OJK(Indonesia’s…
DECTA, a global payment processing industry leader, has announced the expansion of its world-renowned Fintech Fast Track program to the APAC region. The news comes as DECTA will participate as an exhibitor at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2025 from 12 to 14 November 2025. Fintech Fast Track is a quarterly pilot program that helps high-potential fintechs in card issuing and acquiring scale faster through access to DECTA’s payment infrastructure, reduced pricing, and dedicated support. Selected fintech companies gain exclusive access to DECTA’s direct connections with major card networks—Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay International, and extensive networking opportunities. “We’re thrilled to bring Fintech…
Since launch in July, Agnes AI, a Singapore-born AI platform, has garnered over 2 million registered users worldwide, with daily active users reaching 150,000 — roughly half of them from Southeast Asia. The platform is demonstrating a remarkable growth trajectory and is reshaping the competitive global AI landscape. Led by a team anchored in Singapore’s research ecosystem and founded by a Raffles Institution alumnus and National University of Singapore (NUS) AI PhD, Agnes has developed a fully proprietary 7B state-of-the-art (SOTA) model, positioning itself as a shining example of Singapore’s ambition in the global “sovereign AI” movement. The team is…
Singapore has become one of the clearest success stories in Asia’s modern economy. With limited natural resources, the city-state built prosperity on stability, infrastructure, and openness to global business. In 2024, the value of goods and services passing through Singapore was more than three times the size of its GDP — a level of openness few countries can match. That same year, its ports moved over 41 million containers, ranking Singapore as the world’s second busiest maritime hub and confirming its role as a critical artery for global commerce. Against this backdrop of resilience and global connectivity, a global commodity…
WMCockpit, an award-winning wealth technology company headquartered in Singapore with operations in the UAE, announced today that it has raised capital from Galaxy Investments Limited, a Dubai-based private investment vehicle. This marks the first time in its three years of existence that WMCockpit has opened its capital to external investors. Beyond providing equity funding, Galaxy Investments will bring its extensive network of private banking and family office relationships to support WMCockpit’s growth trajectory. The capital will be used to advance the development and deployment of WMCockpit’s AI technology underpinning the holistic estate advisory component of its platform, to expand the…
TBCASoft, the U.S.-based on-chain finance innovator and the creator of the HIVEX® Network, announced a strategic MOU (“Project HIVEX® StableLink”) with StraitsX, a licensed Major Payment Institution (MPI) based out of Singapore and issuer of the XSGD and XUSD stablecoins. This collaboration marks a major leap forward in delivering scalable, blockchain-powered, cross-border payments that will utilise regulated stablecoins for instant FX and settlement finality, bringing significant cost-efficiencies to our network partners – mobile users, issuers, acquirers and merchants. Under this collaboration, StraitsX will integrate with the HIVEX® Network, a next-generation international mobile payment solution. Project HIVEX® StableLink aims to connect…
FlexM, a leading fintech innovator, has been highly commended as RegTech of the Year at the prestigious Asia FinTech Awards Singapore 2025. This recognition celebrates FlexM’s pioneering compliance platform, FlexComply, which empowers financial institutions to navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with confidence and ease. The Asia FinTech Awards are among the region’s most distinguished recognitions, honouring excellence, innovation, and impact across the financial technology sector. FlexM’s achievement underscores its commitment to transforming regulatory compliance into a seamless, technology-driven process that reduces operational burdens while enhancing risk management. “Over the last 10 years, every product we’ve built has been guided by…
Rankpage (Rankpage Sdn Bhd), a leader in performance-driven search strategy, has been officially named the top SEO agency of 2025, recognised for its early adoption of Gemini AI and its globally competitive SEO execution. With over 8 years of specialised SEO expertise, Rankpage is known for blending algorithm fluency with marketing outcomes that deliver real business value. The agency’s long-term vision is clear: to lead the region in both SEO and AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) innovation. As AI-generated results and platforms like Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) reshape how users discover content, Rankpage continues to help businesses turn search visibility…
LBX, the intuitive online broker built for the bold and those who thrive in the fast-paced digital landscape, is the latest addition to the Libertex Group of companies, whose remarkable 28-year history of connecting traders with the financial markets speaks for itself. LBX embodies a relentless spirit that encourages traders to persevere regardless of the challenges they face. Innovation, resilience, and adaptability are at the core of LBX’s “Trade ON” philosophy and, with trading coded into its very DNA, it empowers users to reach new heights with its industry-leading tools and features. LBX is operated by MAEX LIMITED, a company…
The region of Southeast Asia is headed towards becoming a sandbox of cross-border fintech innovation. 2025 could become a historical year because two long-term expected fintech technologies can finally be combined: interoperable QR payments and regionally pegged stablecoins. Such tools are no longer abstract. Retail-oriented QR systems are the focus of the integration within countries across ASEAN, and regulators are also proposing similar models to programmable finance through stablecoins. The implications for fintech players are immense, and the impacts of this on saving cross-border transfers between ordinary end consumers and SMEs in real-time with embedded compliance are huge. Unifying ASEAN…
Skyee Pte. Ltd. (“Skyee”) is pleased to announce that it has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), issued on August 1, 2025. This significant milestone marks a new chapter in Skyee’s expansion across Southeast Asia, reinforcing its commitment to compliance, innovation, and operational excellence. The MPI license enables Skyee to provide a full suite of regulated payment services in Singapore, including account issuance, domestic money transfer, cross-border money transfer, merchant acquisition, and e-money issuance services. These capabilities allow Skyee to further enhance the payment experience for cross-border customers, streamline payment processing,…
Provenir has announced that its AI decisioning platform will support Ryt Bank’s credit risk assessments, personalised loan approvals, and automated compliance checks. Ryt Bank, developed by YTL Digital Bank Berhad with backing from Sea Group, positions itself as Malaysia’s first AI-powered digital bank. The bank received its digital banking licence in December 2024 and is currently onboarding users through a public waitlist, with full operations yet to begin. The platform will form a key part of Ryt Bank’s AI-first strategy, enabling faster loan decisions and tailored customer offers based on AI-generated insights. It will also support compliance automation and adapt to shifting market…
Thailand’s trading landscape is expanding fast. With more investors, both new and experienced, looking to trade gold and forex, there’s a growing demand for brokers that offer more than just market access. Traders want tight spreads, quick execution, THB deposit support, and accounts that match their trading style. While many local brokers are struggling to meet these expectations, EC Markets has emerged as a trusted global platform offering advanced features with local convenience. Let’s explore why so many traders in Thailand are now choosing EC Markets. Gold and forex trading with EC Markets: Built for performance Gold trading has long…
Louis Limited, a financial education company based in Malaysia, has focused on helping traders understand the emotional side of their decision-making since 2019. The company has worked with more than 6,000 clients, offering mentorship and financial education that addresses the psychological patterns behind trading mistakes. Its founder, Louis, observed that many clients struggled not because they lacked market knowledge, but because emotions often influenced their actions at critical moments. “I’ve seen brilliant people lose everything, not because they didn’t know the market, but because they couldn’t control themselves when it mattered most,” he said. This insight led to the development…
With the rising popularity of online trading, choosing the right CFD broker in Malaysia has become a crucial decision for traders looking to maximize their investment potential. A reliable broker provides the necessary tools, security, and trading environment that allows traders to navigate the financial markets effectively. Finding an award-winning CFD broker can make a significant difference in a trader’s experience. For traders in Malaysia, considering factors such as regulatory compliance, trading fees, platform efficiency, and market access ensures a secure and profitable trading journey. Regulatory Compliance and Security The first and most important factor in choosing a CFD broker…
Matteo Ferretti sits in his minimalist office, sipping espresso from a chipped mug that once belonged to his grandfather. “This cup isn’t perfect,” he says, turning it to reveal the imperfection, “but it has a story. That’s what makes it valuable.” As CEO of Spynn, a rising player among digital PR agencies in 2025, Ferretti goes beyond selling media placements; he’s orchestrating authentic narratives in a time where consumers can detect manufactured sincerity instantly. The Currency of Real Marketing insights from 2025 reveal a clear trend: consumers are increasingly tuning out generic brand messaging, with authentic storytelling becoming a cornerstone…
NeuroWatt, a Singapore-headquartered provider of high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, is showcasing its latest technologies at GITEX Asia 2025, which kicks off today at Marina Bay Sands and runs until April 25. The company focuses on AI infrastructure tailored to the financial sector, offering hybrid edge-cloud systems that combine hardware, software, and industry-ready applications. NeuroWatt said its broader aim is to make computing power more indexed, optimised, and accessible across industries including finance, government, and enterprise. Among the solutions on display is P1Agent, an AI assistant for financial applications powered by NeuroWatt’s proprietary Dual Engines of Thought…
In a decisive series of strategic choices, EC Markets unequivocally reaffirms its commitment to the global financial arena, demonstrating resolute determination in both its expansion and the further consolidation of its presence across the markets of Asia, Africa and Latin America. This determination, coupled with expertise, innovation, and most notably a respect for the diversity and unique characteristics of regional markets, is underscored by the firm’s recent, high-calibre participations in international events. In doing so, EC Markets has set a new benchmark for excellence in the increasingly globalised, yet closely interconnected and interdependent, realm of financial markets. Forging Dynamic Dialogue…
Penguin Securities Pte Ltd (Penguin Securities), a Singapore-based financial institution, has been granted a Capital Markets Services (CMS) licence by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). With its CMS licence, Penguin Securities is authorised to offer a fully integrated investment solution and diverse capital markets products to accredited investors and institutional investors, including curated securities, structured products, derivatives, and tokenised investment products. Leveraging its extensive expertise in global capital markets, Penguin Securities provides bespoke, high-quality investment solutions tailored to the evolving needs of sophisticated investors. In addition to enhanced market access, clients will benefit from white-glove service experiences—driven by technological…