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Meet the top players shaping #emergingmarkets! Download the full #H1 report for more context: https://lnkd.in/djpunY4h Alibaba Group retained its top spot in 2023 capital deployment with major investments in Southeast Asian startups, including Lazada’s $230M deal and Konvy’s $11M Series A. Notably, two of the top five funders were #VCs, up from one in H1 2023. Krungsri Finnovate and MUFG joined in on Ascend Money’s $195M deal and SLEEK EV's Pre-Series A round. And finally, Sanabil Investments and Investcorp Bahrain teamed up for Salla E-Commerce Platform's $130M deal, each taking a slice of the pie, with Sanabil Investments also diving into SiFi - Simplified Financial Solutions Company's $10M seed round. These players made significant contributions to both #megadeals and smaller deals across regions. #VC #venturecapital #startups #investments

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Tech stocks might be exciting, but don't overlook the steady power of dividends! 💡 Discover why Singapore banks deserve a spot in your portfolio for long-term growth. 🇸🇬💰 🎥 Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gJ2E7kwn #FOMOFix #PYTCH #PYTCHMedia #SGXInvest #SGXAcademy #TheJoyfulInvestors #LongTermInvesting #PortfolioStrategy

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Project Guardian’s first industry report on tokenisation has sparked some intriguing questions about the future of asset management. This powerful collaboration between the UK’s FCA, Singapore’s MAS, and key financial players promises enhanced efficiency, cost reduction, and greater investor control through tokenisation. But as the digital transformation unfolds, can tokenisation truly democratize finance, or will it introduce new layers of complexity? Will the gains in liquidity and interoperability outweigh the regulatory and security risks? With the FCA and MAS set for deeper regulatory exploration in 2025, are existing frameworks prepared for the shift, or will tokenisation demand a complete overhaul? The three-step roadmap—from tokenised funds to assets and flows—suggests significant change, but does it provide real control to investors, or just a tempting illusion? As financial "composability" grows, are we on the brink of true customization in finance, or venturing into uncharted risk? Project Guardian is all about innovation and efficiency, but will it truly create a more accessible, equitable financial world, or introduce new challenges for those navigating this evolving landscape? Source: https://lnkd.in/ejB8BM2p For more weekly insight and thought-provoking analysis, ensure you get your copy at 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝘆𝘁𝗲𝘀: https://lnkd.in/ev-WMFzG. Make sure you sign up to get your weekly analysis. #Tokenisation #DigitalAssets #ProjectGuardian #FCA #MAS #FinancialInnovation #AssetManagement #FinanceRevolution

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DBS Bank Digital Exchange (DDEx), one of the first banks to offer cryptocurrency services since its 2020 launch, has seen trading volumes triple in the first five months of the year. The number of active clients has increased by 36%, and assets under custody have grown by 80% in Singapore dollar terms. 💡 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗿𝘆𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: The surge in trading volumes aligns with a more than 50% increase in cryptocurrency valuations during the same period, with Bitcoin appreciating by 62%. 💡 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀: Professional investors are increasingly viewing digital assets as a legitimate part of their alternative portfolios. Lim Wee Kian, CEO of DDEx, highlights the need for secure platforms that offer seamless access to digital asset services and the ability to manage both digital and traditional portfolios. 💡 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: DDEx is exploring the listing of stablecoins and enabling Ethereum staking for clients. With Paxos planning to launch a Singapore stablecoin and DBS providing custody of its reserves, this could be among the listed coins. 💡 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀: DDEx is not available to retail investors. It caters to institutions, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals who invest through DBS Private Bank. 💡 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲: DBS Bank has been a pioneer in blockchain technology, co-founding the cross-border payments company Partior with JP Morgan and Temasek. The bank also participates in Project Guardian and various trade finance initiatives leveraging blockchain technology. Source: https://lnkd.in/eDnedYAB For more weekly insight and thought-provoking analysis, ensure you get your copy at 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝘆𝘁𝗲𝘀: https://lnkd.in/ev-WMFzG. Make sure you sign up to get your weekly analysis. #Blockchain #DLT #Crypto #DigitalAssets #Fintech #DBS #DigitalExchange #Innovation #FinancialServices #Ethereum #Stablecoins

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We will discuss "Leveraging Data Technology for Industry Transformation" at the Data Demystified Summit Bangkok on 30 October 2024 at Hotel Nikko Bangkok! 🙌 Speakers joining us in this session: 👏 Deeksha Malik, Head of Data, Pi Securities Public Company Limited 👏 Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa™, Founder & Group Chief Executive Officer, Bitkub Group 📍 View full agenda: https://loom.ly/ByfIa10 #DDSummit #DataDemystified #DataAnalytics #DataLiteracy #DataScience #DataManagement #DataInsights #DataDriven #TechSummit #DataInnovation #AI #GenAI

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As the financial and digital landscape rapidly evolves, corporate treasurers are at the forefront of navigating emerging payment trends. To succeed, preparation is key. Watch an insightful interview where Lewis Lei Sun of HSBC and Kelvin Li of Ant Group discuss the advantages of adopting emerging payment technologies for treasurers. Discover how these technologies optimize liquidity management, enhance efficiency, and drive sustainable growth in today's interconnected financial ecosystem. Find out more from: https://grp.hsbc/6040bjo8e #HSBCTreasurySolutionsGroup #GlobalPaymentsSolutions #PaymentsRevolution #ANewPaymentsParadigm

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As the financial and digital landscape rapidly evolves, corporate treasurers are at the forefront of navigating emerging payment trends. To succeed, preparation is key. Watch an insightful interview where Lewis Lei Sun of HSBC and Kelvin Li of Ant Group discuss the advantages of adopting emerging payment technologies for treasurers. Discover how these technologies optimize liquidity management, enhance efficiency, and drive sustainable growth in today's interconnected financial ecosystem. Find out more from: https://grp.hsbc/6041bjUwT #HSBCTreasurySolutionsGroup #GlobalPaymentsSolutions #PaymentsRevolution #ANewPaymentsParadigm

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𝗗𝗕𝗦 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 '𝗗𝗕𝗦 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀' 🚀💰 Singapore's largest bank, DBS Bank, is advancing the future of banking by launching DBS Token Services, a blockchain-based suite of services for institutional clients. This move integrates tokenization and smart contract capabilities with DBS’s existing banking infrastructure, signaling a major step forward in blockchain-enabled banking. 🔑 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗕𝗦 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: • 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘂𝗺 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻: DBS’s in-house blockchain ensures secure and compliant tokenized transactions. • 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻𝘀: In partnership with Ant International, these tokens facilitate 24/7 multi-currency settlements for multinational corporations. • 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Aims to streamline payment workflows by leveraging programmable smart contracts. • 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: Enables institutions to curate and manage digital voucher programs, opening new avenues for customer engagement. Lim Soon Chong, head of global transaction services at DBS, highlighted that this platform allows businesses and public sector entities to optimize liquidity, streamline operations, and unlock new growth opportunities. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲❓ Why not go one step further and offer a “Digital Bank Account” that removes the confusion surrounding stablecoins (many of which are far from stable), tokenized deposits, and digital wallets that rely on complex passwords and long, memorable strings of words? The future of banking should make the user experience simple: a bank account where users can easily accept both e-money and D-money—all in one place, without the hassle. Source: https://lnkd.in/eW3HAW_Q For more weekly insight and thought-provoking analysis, ensure you get your copy at 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝘆𝘁𝗲𝘀: https://lnkd.in/ev-WMFzG. Make sure you sign up to get your weekly analysis. #Blockchain #DigitalBanking #Tokenization 

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What’s the latest on #digitalassets regulation in APAC, where is it heading and how are industry players navigating the changes? Tune in to Policy Pulse: Asia Pacific and hear from Chainalysis Head of Policy for APAC Chengyi Ong, Sean Lee of Crypto Council for Innovation and Aaron Chua of StraitsX as they uncover the state of the digital assets landscape. Register here: https://bit.ly/4daVQ2a

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As 2024 comes to a close, the digital and fintech horizon of 2025 is within reach, promising a year of bold innovation and transformative possibilities. Exciting times ahead! Digital doesn’t just advance but revolutionizes the way we experience finance. Fintech Alliance PH Asia FinTech Alliance (AFA) Alliance of Digital Finance and Fintech Associations

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$𝟐𝟓𝟎𝐊 𝐭𝐨 $𝟏𝐊—𝐎𝐂𝐁𝐂’𝐬 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞. OCBC, Singapore’s second-largest bank, is taking blockchain mainstream with its new tokenized bond solution. By lowering the entry point from $250K SGD to just $1K SGD, they’re opening corporate bonds to a broader market and redefining access to traditional finance. This is what real-world blockchain adoption looks like—breaking barriers, creating flexibility, and challenging legacy systems. The question is: which banks will follow, and how fast? #blockchain #tokenization #crypto #web3 #btc #bitcoin #M55Capital #Singapore #OCBC

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Navigating the virtual asset space requires expertise, compliance, and efficiency. At Merin Business Consultancy, we provide VASP License employee outsourcing solutions to ensure your business is equipped with top-tier professionals. Our services include: 1. Temporary, Contract, and Permanent Staffing tailored to your specific needs. 2. Specialized Talent Acquisition for regulatory compliance, blockchain development, AML/KYC officers, and more. 3. Fully compliant, professionals ready to seamlessly integrate into your team. 4. Virtual and physical office solutions to support your operational needs. Professionals we can help you acquire for your VASP Structure: 1.      Money Laundering Reporting Officer 2.      Compliance Officer 3.      Risk Officer 4.      Chief Financial Officer 5.      Data Protection Officer 6.      Chief Technology Officer 7.      Operations Manager 8.      Legal Counsel 9.      Internal Auditor Let us take the stress out of hiring and managing your VASP operations, so you can focus on growth and innovation. Contact us today to find the perfect candidates for your business! #VASPLicense #CryptoTalent #EmployeeOutsourcing #BlockchainCompliance #MerinBusinessconsultancy

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🇸🇬DBS Bank Pioneers Blockchain in Banking 🚀 Singapore's titan DBS Bank just launched its token services, catapulting banking into the #blockchain era! This move enables seamless, secure, and swift transactions using digital tokens. Imagine #banking where your transactions are not just fast but also transparent and decentralized. DBS is making this dream a reality, merging traditional banking with cutting-edge technology. This isn't just a service; it's a leap towards the future of finance. With #tokenization , DBS aims to enhance liquidity, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency. It's not just about keeping up with trends; it's about setting them. Excited to see how this transforms the banking landscape? So are we! 🌟

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What happens when a dancer tries singing, and a singer learns to dance? In our new “Back to School” series, we celebrate growth, development, and the incredible talents among our colleagues. Join Chris Ong, Sector Solutions Group, Group Wholesale Banking and Reico Un, Product Owner, TMRW Digital Group, as the duo step out of their comfort zones to learn about each other’s craft. Their journey is not just about mastering a new skill – it is about embracing challenges, fostering creativity and growing in ways they never imagined. Are you inspired to learn a new skill, and what would it be? Let us know in the comments below! #LifeAtUOB

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📊 ACLEDA Bank Plc. Q1 2024 Performance Highlights 🌟 Hey everyone! 🚀 Check out the key highlights from ACLEDA Bank's latest financial report. Despite some industry challenges, there are plenty of positive developments from the Yuanta Securities (Cambodia) report! 🌱💼 1️⃣ Resilience Amid Challenges: ACLEDA Bank’s net profit dropped 30% 📉, but they achieved 1% growth in gross loans 📈 and a slight decrease in the Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio, showcasing resilience despite broader sector difficulties. 💪💰 2️⃣ Digital Banking Boom: The number of mobile users surged 23.9% YoY 📲 to 3.7 million, and transaction values skyrocketed by 75.2% YoY 🚀 thanks to user-friendly app enhancements. 📱✨ 3️⃣ Deposit Growth: Customer and bank deposits increased 12.5% YoY to USD 7,637 million 💵, with deposit accounts rising 17.0% YoY to 4.76 million. 🏦💳 4️⃣ Industry-Wide Challenges: The banking sector faced flat loan growth and financial struggles among SMEs and households 🏠💼, impacting overall stability. ACLEDA’s cautious approach is helping navigate these hurdles. 🌐⚖️ 5️⃣ Positive Outlook: Despite higher impairment losses and interest expenses 📉, ACLEDA’s strategic growth and improved loan quality lay a strong foundation for future recovery. 🌱📈 한경태Han Kyung Tae (KT Han), Dara Sim What do you think about ACLEDA Bank’s performance? 🤔 Let’s discuss! 💬👥

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🚀 Enhance Your Fintech Customer Experience with SingX 🚀 In the fintech world, customer experience is paramount. SingX is here to empower fintech companies with global payment solutions that not only streamline operations but also build trust and satisfaction among your customers. 💡 Why SingX is the Preferred Choice for Fintechs: Exceptional Customer Experience: Provide your customers with fast, reliable, and transparent transactions. Trust and Security: Leverage our robust security measures to ensure your customers’ data and funds are always protected. Innovation and Flexibility: Utilize our innovative solutions that are adaptable to your unique business needs. Global Reach: Expand your services worldwide with our efficient cross-border payment solutions. With SingX, fintech companies can offer superior service, fostering trust and loyalty among their customer base. Elevate your customer experience and gain a competitive edge with SingX’s tailored global payment solutions. 🔗 Discover how SingX can enhance your fintech customer experience: https://business.singx.co/  #Fintech #GlobalPayments #CustomerExperience #SingX #Trust #Innovation #CustomerSatisfaction

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New payment methods, such as digital wallets, payment apps, and buy now, pay later (BNPL) schemes, constitute 26% of all fraud cases, whereas almost half of all fraud involves debit and credit cards. Gain more insights in this piece - and watch the on-demand webinar to learn more. #FraudPrevention #Fraud

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