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Current Headlines
Indonesia Makes Strides in Financial Supervision
Bank Indonesia has enacted new governance measures for financial platforms that aim to increase accountability and secure consumer protection.
Toronto Embraces AI for Improved Wealth Advisory
Fintech startups in Canada are adopting advanced AI solutions to offer custom investment advice to younger demographics.
Digital Wallet Rivalry: Gopay vs. OVO in 2025
A detailed review of the leading e-wallets commanding the digital payments sector in Indonesia for the year.
Canada Trials Its Digital Currency Pilot
The nation's central bank initiates a pilot project testing a native digital financial instrument, working in collaboration with select financial technology companies.
Local Perspectives
Indonesia
- Increase in social lending applications among the younger population
- National authorities initiate a financial technology experimental program
- Expansion of digital outreach by startups focusing on ethical CalmStructure
Canada
- Toronto achieves the top spot for financial tech investment in North America for the second quarter of 2025
- New legislation on open banking comes into effect — implications for consumers and developers
- Major financial institutions form partnerships with identity verification systems on the blockchain
Market Review This Week
Stocks & Tech ETFs:
- Nasdaq Fintech Index: +1.7%
- Canadian FinTech Sector ETF (FINC): +2.3%
- Performance of Tech Companies Index in Indonesia: -0.8%
Looking Ahead in Trends
- Fintech Outlook for August 2025 — The direction of venture capital investments in the Southeast Asian region.
- Fintech for Students — An overview of the top 5 financial planning applications geared towards students studying abroad.
- Sustainable Financing — The influence of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) assessments on investment choices in Indonesia.
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