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KPMG: Singapore FinTech deal activity rises amid declining investments in first half
Singapore fintech deal activity rises amid declining investments in the first half of 2024, KPMG said Tuesday. The country's fintech deal count rose by 19 percent to 117 deals in the first half of 2024 from 98 deals in the second half of 2023, but total deal volume fell 34 percent to $522.89 million from $790.10 million amid economic uncertainties.
Revolving Games partners Animoca Brands to develop Node Network to scale gaming ecosystem
Revolving Games, a publisher in decentralized gaming and digital ownership, has on Monday announced a collaboration with Animoca Brands to develop Node Network to scale gaming ecosystem.
Malaysia Debt Ventures appoints Rizal Fauzi as its new CEO
Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV), a government-owned entity, has on Tuesday announced the appointment of Rizal Fauzi as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 1, 2024.
Why are some Singaporean SMEs exploring alternative marketing models like fractional marketing?
The shift towards exploring alternative marketing models like fractional marketing among #Singapore SMEs highlights a strategic adaptation to the evolving business landscape. It is evident that in an increasingly competitive business landscape, transitioning into #FractionalMarketing proves advantageous (perhaps even necessary) for #SMEs to stay afloat and…
IFC allocates $5.32M to support green transition in the Philippines with EU
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) will allocate PHP 308 million ($5.31 million) to support green transition in the Philippines with the European Union (EU).
Temasek strengthens senior leadership with new appointments
Singapore state-owned fund Temasek has strengthened its senior leadership with several new appointments.
Singapore’s iMin Technology enters Johor, Malaysia with new state-of-the-art production facility
IMin Technology, the provider of Android-based Point of Sales (POS) hardware and platform provider based in Singapore, has announced the grand opening of its cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Johor, Malaysia.
MAS sets up review group to strengthen equities market development
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced that a Review Group has been set up to recommend measures to strengthen equities market development in Singapore.
EDBI and SEEDS merge to form SG Growth Capital to bolster Singapore’s efforts in building innovative enterprises in Singapore
Singapore-based global investor EDBI and SEEDS Capital (SEEDS) will be merged to form a new government investment entity called SG Growth Capital Pte Ltd.
The evolution of banking: From traditional services to self-banking solutions
The evolution of banking marks a radical change toward self-managed financial solutions, from conventional services, to banking as a service, and now decentralized finance. By allowing service providers to provide combined financial services, BaaS has helped to improve operational effectiveness and customer experience. Meanwhile, #DeFi has changed…
