Posts From Johanan Devanesan
Here’s How 10 APAC Markets Are Approaching Crypto Regulation
2023 marked a pivotal year in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region’s approach to crypto regulation, influenced significantly by the preceding implosion of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX exchange and the collapse of of Terra, the algorithmic stablecoin created by Korean entrepreneur Do Kwon.
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5 Asia Pacific Fintech Firms Eyeing an IPO Earliest in 2024
The fintech industry in the Asia Pacific region is booming, with several high-growth companies potentially eyeing an initial public offering (IPO) as early as 2024. Rapid digitalisation, a young internet-savvy population, and underserved markets make the region ripe for fintech
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More Than Half the Fintech Industry Seeing Growth from Strong Consumer Demand
The fintech industry, having navigated through the turbulent waters of the COVID-19 pandemic, has demonstrated not only resilience but also a robust capacity for growth. This period of upheaval has catalysed a significant transformation within the sector, with fintech firms
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How Will MAS New Amendments Impact Financial Crime Enforcement
The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) legislative reform initiative, encapsulated in the Financial Institutions (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill (FIMA Bill), signifies a strategic overhaul aimed at enhancing the regulatory and enforcement framework governing Singapore’s financial sector. This move is indicative of
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Project Savannah, a Blueprint to Simplify ESG Integration for Small Businesses
In an era where sustainability is not just a preference but a necessity, the dialogue around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices has taken centre stage for major corporations. But amidst this evolving discourse, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)
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Simplifying Global Money Movement with Visa Cross-Border Solutions
In a recent interview, Rohit Narang, Vice President for the Asia-Pacific region at Visa Cross-Border Solutions, powered by Currencycloud, shared insights into the acquisition of Currencycloud by Visa, shedding light on the evolution of their collaboration and the impact it
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Unpacking Cross-Border Trade and Supply Payments for Singapore SMEs
In an increasingly globalised marketplace, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore are recognising the imperative need to expand beyond domestic confines, aspiring to capture international markets and forge global supply chains. This ambition, however, hinges on the capability to
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Global Funding Trends Indicate a Rebalanced Fintech Sector in 2024?
The year 2023 marked a pivotal moment for the fintech industry, with the prevailing global funding trends encapsulating a period of introspection and recalibration amidst a backdrop of economic fluctuations, including notable bank failures and precipitous cryptocurrency downturns. This era,
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5 Top Payment Trends Impacting Asia in 2024
The Asian payment landscape is evolving rapidly in 2024, driven by advancements in technology, changing regulatory frameworks, and shifting consumer behaviours. This evolution presents a fascinating panorama of trends that are set to redefine the way financial transactions are conducted.
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Here Are The Top 7 Fastest Growing Fintechs in Singapore
In the global financial landscape, Singapore has carved out a niche for itself as a thriving hub of fintech innovation. The annual list curated by The Straits Times and German research house Statista, showcasing the 100 fastest-growing fintechs in Singapore,
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