FinTech

STACS partners GFA to greenify the transportation and logistics sector

Singapore-based environmental, social, and governance (ESG) fintech firm Hashstacs Pte Ltd (STACS), has on Thursday announced its partnership with green logistics certification body and non-profit association Green Freight Asia Network (GFA) to greenify the transportation and logistics sector and enable access to sustainable financing.

RHB Xcelerator program announces 11 finalists

The RHB Xcelerator programme, which have been launched by Malaysian lender RHB Banking Group and Malaysian venture capital (VC) firm 1337 Ventures, has announced 11 finalists that will compete at its first Demo Day.

Indonesia’s Hijra Bank optimistic on this year performance, aiming 1M users in 2024

Indonesian Islamic digital bank Hijra Bank is optimistic that its performance this year will increase, because it is supported by the number of users that have experienced significant growth, in line with the high public needs in sharia financial services.

Visa partners GHL to offer consumers instalment options for in-store purchases in Malaysia

Global digital payments firm Visa has announced its partnership with Malaysia-based payments company GHL Systems Berhad to enable Visa Instalments for in-store purchases, a first of its kind initiative in Asia Pacific.

Yangzijiang Financial works with ADDX on capital markets products distribution

Singapore private market exchange ADDX has inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Singapore-listed financial firm Yangzijiang Financial Holding Ltd for the distribution of capital markets products.

India’s Growfin raises $7.5M Series A funding led by SWC Global

Indian fintech startup Growfin has on Tuesday announced a $7.5 million Series A funding round to provide real-time visibility and predictability in cash flow for modern Chief Financial Officers (CFOs).

Grab retires $600M in 2026 debt with extra cash – report

The Singapore-based ride-hailing and delivery company completed the transaction last week, bringing its debt under an outstanding term loan to $517 million, down from the previous balance of $1.117 billion. Grab also has about $200 million in other bank debt.

Singapore’s Endowus launches community impact initiative

Endowus, a Singapore-based digital wealth platform, has launched a community impact initiative, Endowus Empower. This initiative aims to provide underrepresented, underserved, and underprivileged groups with the right tools, advice, opportunities, and community support to reach their wealth and life goals.

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Creating a more equitable financial system with inclusive fintech

Inclusive fintech has the potential to revolutionize the financial industry and create a more equitable and just financial system for all. By using technology to provide financial services to underserved and unbanked populations, we can help break down barriers and promote financial inclusion for all.

FOMO Pay has officially become the member of Singapore Clearing House Association (SCHA)

FOMO Pay, a Singapore-based major payment institution, has on Monday announced its official membership in the Singapore Clearing House Association (SCHA), a prestigious organization comprising the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and elected financial institutions.