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Current News
Enhanced Regulatory Framework for Financial Exchanges in Indonesia
Indonesian authorities present advanced supervisory standards to promote transparency and safeguard market participants.
Toronto Introduces AI to Reshape Wealth Management
Groundbreaking Canadian startups are embedding artificial intelligence to offer bespoke investment planning services to newer generations.
Digital Payment Rivalry: Gopay Versus OVO in 2025
A detailed examination of Indonesia's leading e-wallet contenders in this year's digital payment sector.
Pilot Initiative for Canada's Electronic Currency
Canada's central bank engages in a trial project for a digital currency with select technology firms.
Local Perspectives
Indonesia
- Peer-to-peer lending applications surge among younger generations
- National initiative on a regulatory sandbox for fintech innovation
- Growth in digital assets among Islamic finance ventures
Canada
- Toronto claims top spot for fintech venture funding in North America for Q2 2025
- New policies on open banking get the green light — implications for customers and app developers
- Leading banks seek alliances with blockchain initiatives for identity verification
Marketplace Recap of the Week
Equities:
- Nasdaq Fintech Index: +1.7%
- Canadian FinTech Growth ETF (FINC): +2.3%
- Indonesian Tech Sector Index: -0.8%
What's Next in Developments
- Forecast for Fintech in August 2025 — Predicting venture capital trends in Southeast Asia.
- Apps for Students’ Finances — The leading five budget management apps for scholars abroad.
- Sustainable Investments — The impact of ESG ratings on investment trends in Indonesia.
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