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IFC invests $7M in Philippine consumer fintech firm Salmon
To help expand financial inclusion in the Philippines, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is investing $7 million in the country's fintech firm Salmon Group Ltd. (Salmon).
AI agents from “thinking fast” to “thinking slow”
From fast thinking to slow thinking, #AI is evolving at an unimaginable pace. However, each ability is not absolutely good or bad but has its own unique advantages and suitability for use in different scenarios.
Mandiri Capital Indonesia unveils initiative for startups overseas
Mandiri Capital Indonesia (MCI), a corporate venture capital (CVC) firm backed by Indonesia’s largest financial corporate, Bank Mandiri, have unveiled its first overseas Xponent program in Bangkok, Thailand.
UAE marketplace WEE secures $10M funding from SIG INVESTMENT
WEE, a marketplace specializes in fast delivery services within Dubai, has announced a $10 million infusion (comprising equity and credit facilities) from SIG INVESTMENT.
Alipay+ enables digital payment of 14 overseas e-wallets from nine countries and regions in Hong Kong
Users of 14 popular overseas e-wallets from nine countries and regions can now make payments in Hong Kong using their home apps through Alipay+, a suite of cross-border mobile payment and digitalization technology solutions operated by Ant International, the firm said Friday.
Salmon expands payment channels with ECPay partnership
Salmon Group Ltd, a financial technology group based in the Philippines, has on Thursday announced its strategic partnership with electronic payment systems provider ECPay, to expand payment channels.
Anichess raises $1.8M in funding round led by Sfermion and Amber Group
Anichess, Animoca Brands' chess-centered subsidiary, has on Thursday announced the completion of a funding round of $1.8 million. The round was led by Sfermion and Amber Group, with participation from Fenbushi Capital, Aspen Digital, SNZ Capital, and others.
Employers want college grads with AI experience, but colleges haven’t caught on
As so many employers adopt #AI, they’re seeking candidates with the right skill set and expertise to get the most out of their investment. Consequently, #college students would be wise to upskill or reskill — whether they go through their school or become self-taught — to retain their competitive edge in the labor market.
Thailand’s fintech firm T2P partners with Wise Platform to offer international money transfers
T2P Co., Ltd., a payment solution firm in Thailand, has on Thursday announced its strategic partnership with Wise Platform, Wise’s infrastructure solution for banks, fintechs and enterprises.
