Singapore

Crypto platform Gemini clinches in-principle approval in Singapore

Gemini is one step closer to getting a major payment institution license.

OCBC demonstrates intraday institutional lending capabilities

It made use of reverse repos on J.P. Morgan’s Digitial Financing app.

Singapore launches GFTN to strengthen fintech hub status

Sopnendu Mohanty will leave MAS in 2025 to become group CEO of GFTN

Trust Bank, Income Insurance rolls out new travel insurance

It offers coverage for unused entertainment tickets, and shopping and baggage coverage.

Singapore, Italy kick off program showcasing 6 Italian fintechs

The startups get 1-to-1 pitching sessions with investors, amongst others.

MAS and IMDA to implement new framework against phishing scams

The new framework will take effect on 16 December.

foodpanda and Fiserv launch e-commerce payments processor

It will first roll out in Singapore and Hong Kong. 

OCBC launches MyOwn bank account for children and teenagers

It will enable them to monitor their account and make PayNow transactions.

ABS, Singapore anti-ML group unveil new practice paper to enhance audits

Banks in Singapore are expected to review their audit practices against the paper.

DBS unveils token services with smart contracts for transaction clients

It makes use of DBS’ Ethereum Virtual machine-compatible permissioned blockchain.

DCS Card Centre launches Visa card with three rewards options

Cardholders can choose either investment credits, miles rewards, or cash rebates.

Aspire receives IPA for the Major Payment Institution license

This supports the company's goal to build a user-friendly financial platform.

OCBC teams up with Disneyto boost new customer growth in SEA

The collaboration will kick off in Singapore with the soft launch of the OCBC MyOwn Account.

Singapore fintech funding down 10% to $208m in Q3

The drop is in line with overall tech startup funding in Singapore.

Citi poaches JPMorgan banker to lead FX institutional sales in 4 APAC regions

Anand Goyal will begin in December, and will be based in Singapore.