Tagged: apac

June 9, 2026 @ 6:21 am By Michael Wong  |  

A recent study conducted by IDC found that companies in Asia Pacific are investing in artificial intelligence (AI) more aggressively than their global peers. The study, commissioned by managed network services provider Expereo, however, saw that many are doing so with little evaluation of returns… Read More

June 6, 2026 @ 1:16 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Asia-Pacific led global high-net-worth individual wealth growth for the second straight year in 2025, as strong stock market performance and semiconductor demand helped drive gains across the region, according to Capgemini’s World Wealth Report 2026. HNWI wealth in Asia-Pacific rose 10.5%, the fastest among major… Read More

June 3, 2026 @ 12:19 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Singapore-based DBS Group (SGX:D05) is set to significantly strengthen its wealth management operations by launching 18 new wealth centres and upgrading 36 existing ones across key Asia-Pacific markets by the end of 2027. This initiative represents the largest physical expansion in the bank’s wealth franchise… Read More

May 27, 2026 @ 2:49 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Asia is set to play a pivotal role in the expansion of the global cyber insurance sector. A joint report by CyberCube, a key player in cyber risk analytics, and United Insurance Brokers (UIB), a Lloyd’s broker, underscores the region’s potential amid surging digital transformation… Read More

May 21, 2026 @ 9:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic has announced full integration with Kaia, a an EVM-compatible Layer-1 network designed to power regulated stablecoin payments and on-chain services across Asia. The latest partnership equips compliance and investigation professionals with comprehensive real-time and historical visibility into one of the region’s… Read More

April 21, 2026 @ 11:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Regulatory technology provider Trulioo has reported steady expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, attributing a 51 percent year-on-year increase in business verification volume during 2025 to its latest advancements in identifying ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs). The company, which specializes in global identity verification, fraud prevention, and… Read More

April 16, 2026 @ 11:19 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple Labs has joined forces with Kyobo Life Insurance to launch the country’s inaugural tokenized government bond settlement system powered by blockchain technology. The collab represents Ripple’s initial venture with a Korean insurance provider and marks a pivotal advancement in building robust, institution-level digital asset… Read More

April 5, 2026 @ 5:46 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Checkout.com is solidifying its position as a key player in digital payments, reporting steady expansion across the Asia-Pacific region alongside new technological collaborations that aim to streamline operations for large-scale businesses and simplify experiences for international travelers. The Fintech company’s latest developments highlight its ability… Read More

April 3, 2026 @ 3:38 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Rain, the enterprise-grade infrastructure for stablecoin-powered payments, is partnering with Episode Six, a payment technology company and card issuer processor. Episode Six will serve as a key processing partner for Rain’s credit, debit, and prepaid card programs. The initial focus is on Asia-Pacific (APAC), where… Read More

April 2, 2026 @ 3:39 pm By JD Alois  |  

Bitget has partnered with Visa and DCS to launch the Bitget Card across various markets in the Asia Pacific (APAC). Powered by Visa, the card will allow users to spend with crypto. At first, the card will be digital-only, but a physical card is expected to arrive… Read More

March 15, 2026 @ 1:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple, a Fintech firm focused on blockchain-powered enterprise tools for conventional and digital finance, has unveiled plans to acquire an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL). This strategic step marks a major expansion of the company’s regulated operations in the Asia-Pacific region, allowing it to broaden… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 3:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Global financial technology provider Airwallex has posted another year of explosive growth in Singapore, reporting 107 percent revenue expansion for fiscal year 2025. This now reportedly marks the second straight year of triple-digit increases, underscoring the city-state’s role as a strategic hub for the company’s… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 2:53 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Airwallex, the global financial platform built for modern enterprises, has officially rolled out its innovative treasury product, Yield, to businesses across the United States. Announced recently this month, the expansion marks a significant milestone as the company’s Yield offering has already exceeded US$1 billion in… Read More

February 15, 2026 @ 11:58 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving ecosystem of artificial intelligence, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region stands out for its strategic approach to venture investments. According to PitchBook‘s Q1 2026 Analyst Note indicated that AI funding is no longer driven by widespread enthusiasm but by calculated decisions emphasizing practicality and… Read More

February 8, 2026 @ 12:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Euroclear has reported its latest financial results, demonstrating resilience and strategic foresight. As of early February 2026, the company has released seemingly solid year-end figures for 2025, underscoring its ability to navigate market volatility while expanding its influence in international markets. This comes alongside an… Read More

January 30, 2026 @ 5:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the landscape of Asia-Pacific financial services, regulatory compliance teams are grappling with outdated methods even as artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a potential game-changer. Recent research from Fenergo highlights a striking disconnect: while enthusiasm for AI is on the rise, the majority of operations… Read More

December 18, 2025 @ 12:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Asia-Pacific deal ecosystem has reportedly experienced a slowdown in activity during January-November 2025, reflecting a “broader trend of cautious deal-making.” The total number of deals (comprising mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity and venture financing deals) announced in the APAC region “decreased by 5%… Read More

December 10, 2025 @ 7:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Airwallex, a global enabler of business banking products, has recently announced that it acquired majority ownership of PT Skye Sab Indonesia, a PJP (Penyedia Jasa Pembayaran) Category 1 license holder. The acquisition allows Indonesian merchants aiming to expand overseas “to tap into Airwallex’s financial infrastructure.”… Read More

December 8, 2025 @ 10:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Private capital markets in the APAC region will enter 2026 on firmer footing, but their recovery remains uneven. PitchBook’s APAC Private Capital Outlook looks at how a softer rate environment, easing liquidity constraints, and the rise of domestic capital are now said to be “reshaping… Read More

November 11, 2025 @ 8:52 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

APAC equities stayed fairly resilient throughout this year as the trade uncertainty, ongoing political shifts, and the acceleration of AI continued to impact regional markets. The key driver was a strong AI-led rise in tech and semiconductor stocks, helping cushion wider volatility. As the new… Read More