FinTech

Lendela’s Bryan Tay on maximizing financial flexibility for SMEs [Q&A]

In this TNGlobal Q&A, Lendela's Bryan Tay shares his insights on how borrowers can capitalize on potential rate cuts, refinance existing loans, and secure more favorable financing terms. He explains the importance of transparency in lending, how #SMEs can avoid common pitfalls, and the role fintech platforms like Lendela play in leveling the playing field…

Himalayan Bank collaborates with Ant International to expand Alipay+ acceptance in Nepal

Alipay+ will be accepted at more than 25,000 local merchants, allowing travellers from 10 countries and regions to enjoy a convenient and cashless experience as they travel across Nepal simply by scanning the MOCO Unified QR Code.

Singapore’s audax Financial Technology and Synpulse establish strategic partnership

This joint solution provides a dual-mode approach to banking infrastructure modernisation, designed to seamlessly coexist alongside the existing infrastructure of incumbent financial institutions.

Pakistan’s BNPL firm Qist Bazaar raises $3.2M Series A from Indus Valley Capital, Gobi Partners

The round was led by Indus Valley Capital, with participation from Gobi Partners.

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Levelling up the global gaming industry: How cross border payments are shaping the future of digital play

The global gaming market's rapid growth and the surge in cross-border transactions present both opportunities and challenges for #Gaming companies. As #DigitalPayments become increasingly important in facilitating these transactions, partnering with a comprehensive payment platform that offers secure, efficient, and compliant solutions is crucial. By…

Ant-backed TNG Digital eyes Malaysian IPO in next 2-3 years – report

TNG Digital could potentially fetch the valuation of a unicorn (with a valuation of $1 bilion or more) before the potential IPO, the sources added.

Temasek-backed ABC Impact leads Aye Finance $30M Series G funding

Indian fintech firm Aye Finance has entered into definitive agreements for INR 250 crores ($30 million) in Series G funding, led by Singapore’s ABC Impact, the leading Pan-Asia impact investor backed by Temasek and Temasek Trust.

Malaysia’s Boost Bank launches SME financing solutions

Boost Bank, Malaysia-based homegrown digital bank, announced on Thursday the upcoming launch of its SME Financing services in early October.

Malaysia & Cambodia launch cross-border QR payments connectivity

Under this linkage, consumers and merchants in both countries will be able to make and receive instant cross-border QR payments.

Fintech firms Lightnet & WeLab partner to build Thailand’s virtual bank

Lighthub Asset, a Thai fintech company, and WeLab, a pan-Asian fintech platform, announced on Thursday that they have submitted an application for a Virtual Banking licence with the Bank of Thailand.