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Singapore Wealth App Hugosave Earns Shariah-Compliance Certification

Fintech News

This certification, awarded by a consortium including Islamic Finance Singapore, Ustaz Kamal Mokhtar, S Tradition Pte Ltd, and Masryef Sdn Bhd, ensures that Hugosave’s services adhere to Islamic law, addressing the needs of Muslim clients seeking financial solutions in line with their faith.

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Alipay+ Empowers New Growth Opportunities for Malaysian SMEs, Contributing More Than 80% of Inbound QR Payments via DuitNow

Fintech Finance

In their first full year of partnership in 2024, Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) and Ant International , a leading global digital payment, digitisation and financial technology provider, brought new economic opportunities to Malaysian SMEs, with Alipay+ making up more than 80 percent of cross-border inbound QR payments via DuitNow.

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A List of Digital Banks in Asia

Fintech News

These include a slow and paper-intensive account setup process, drawn-out loan application procedures with extensive documentation needs, as well as burdensome annual account reviews. PayPay Bank also provides seamless integration with PayPay app, allowing users to access their bank accounts and make payments with one tap.

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Malaysia’s Fintech Boom: A Growing Force in Southeast Asia

The Fintech Times

per cent of the GDP, industry accounted for 39.1 Key fintech companies based or founded in Malaysia include Jirnexu Sdn Bhd, MoneyMatch and PolicyStreet. Additionally, contactless transactions at physical premises accounted for 68.9 In 2022, Malaysia’s economy was divided as follows: agriculture contributed 8.92

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Countingup Teams With Hokodo; Boost And Shell Malaysia Unveil eWallet Payments

PYMNTS

Mohd Khairil Abdullah, the chief executive of Boost parent company Axiata Digital Services Sdn Bhd, said per the report, “We are excited to play a leading role in turning Malaysia into a cashless society, in line with the Government’s ambitions.”. And, in the U.K.

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The Best Banks in Asia 2024, Ranked by Forbes

Fintech News

To determine the best banks of 2024 from Asia and elsewhere, participants assessed banks where they currently have or had a checking or savings account within the past three years, or were familiar with through family or friends. Personal Banking offers accounts, savings, cards, and loans to retail customers. #3 Approximately 3.2

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Meet the 40 Fastest Growing Fintechs in Asia Pacific According to the Financial Times

Fintech News

Sleek’s services include company incorporation, ongoing compliance management, digital accounting, tax filing, and corporate services in Singapore and Hong Kong. #17 Established in 2005, the company has a capital of 100 million yen, is headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, and is led by President Hiroyuki Imadafuku. #19

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