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Etiqa Rolls Out Pet Insurance Policy Amid Rising Vet Costs in Singapore
Etiqa Insurance Singapore has unveiled a new pet insurance policy in response to the growing number of pets and the corresponding rise in veterinary costs in the island-state. The new policy “Tiq Pet Insurance” covers a range of medical expenses
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WeLab’s Bank Saqu Onboards 300K Users in Indonesia Within 2 Months of Launch
Bank Saqu, a newly launched Indonesian digital bank, has raked up 300,000 users within the first two months of its operation. The digital bank, a joint venture between Hong Kong’s WeLab and Astra Financial, was introduced in Indonesia as part
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Nuvei Teams up With Microsoft to Streamline Payments for SMEs
Canadian fintech firm Nuvei has announced its latest integration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) solution tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. This integration enables organisations worldwide to incorporate various payment methods, such as card
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DJ Sengupta to Lead WRISE’s Foray Into Middle East With New Dubai Office
WRISE Group, an independent multi-family office, has appointed Dhruba Jyoti (DJ) Sengupta as CEO of its newly established Middle East subsidiary, located in Dubai. This expansion is part of WRISE’s broader strategy to extend its reach into the United Arab
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Alchemy Pay Set to Expand U.S. Footprint With Zero Hash Partnership
Alchemy Pay, a fiat-crypto payment gateway, has partnered with crypto infrastructure platform Zero Hash to expand its operations in the United States. This collaboration focuses on enhancing Alchemy Pay’s payment capabilities in the U.S. market, allowing users to utilise Automated
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Transak Enables Crypto Cashouts Under 30 Minutes in Over 145 Countries With Visa
Payments giant Visa has teamed up with Transak, a provider of cryptocurrency and NFT payment infrastructure. This is set to enhance Transak’s service of converting cryptocurrency to fiat currency, benefiting users in over 145 countries through the integration of Visa
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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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Dennis Martin Joins ADVANCE.AI as Credit Reporting CEO
ADVANCE.AI, a provider of digital identity verification and risk management solutions in Southeast Asia, has announced the appointment of Dennis Martin as the CEO of its credit reporting business. Martin will be based in Singapore where the startup is headquartered.
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Delhi High Court Cracks Down on Accounts Impersonating Peak XV, Sequoia Capital
The Delhi High Court has mandated major social media platforms, including Telegram, WhatsApp, and YouTube, to dismantle accounts linked to a mobile number accused of impersonating venture capital firms, Peak XV Partners and Sequoia Capital. This directive follows revelations of
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Adrian Gunadi Steps Down as Investree CEO Amid Misconduct Claims
Indonesian lender Investree‘s co-founder and CEO Adrian A Gunadi has tendered his resignation, effective 31 January 2024. This move comes amid allegations of misconduct and various challenges faced by the company, as reported by DealStreetAsia. Gunadi’s resignation letter, a copy
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