Monitor the latest evolutions and progress in the financial tech space throughout regions like Indonesia and Canada, as well as the wider world.
Keep abreast of the international transformations, movements in markets, updates in regulations, and the emergence of new fintech players that are sculpting the financial landscape.
Fresh Off The Press
Stricter Cryptocurrency Supervision by Bank of Indonesia
The central bank of Indonesia is rolling out additional guidelines for cryptocurrency exchanges to ensure better transparency and safeguard investors.
Artificial Intelligence Leading Wealth Advisory in Toronto
A wave of Canadian fintech newcomers are employing advanced AI to offer tailored investment strategies for the younger generations.
Gopay Versus OVO: The 2025 E-Wallet Showdown
A thorough evaluation of Gopay and OVO, two prevalent e-payment services in Indonesia's financial tech scene, for this year.
Pilot Introducing Canada's Virtual Currency Initiated
The Bank of Canada embarks on preliminary tests of a digital currency with select fintech entities.
Local Spotlights
Indonesia
- Peer-to-peer finance applications surge in popularity with Gen Z borrowers
- National project for a regulatory fintech sandbox initiated by the government
- Digital expansion of startups specializing in Islamic financial services
Canada
- Toronto attains the top spot in fintech startup funding in North America for Q2 2025
- New legislation for open banking has been sanctioned — the implications for consumers and developers
- Major banks embark on collaborations with blockchain ID verification services
Market Digest of the Week
Cryptocurrencies:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Popularity of IDR-backed stablecoins on the rise in Jakarta
Equities & Tech-Oriented Funds:
- Nasdaq Fintech Index records an uptick of +1.7%
- Canada's Fintech Sector Growth ETF (FINC) observes a rise of +2.3%
- Indonesian Technology Sector Index declines by -0.8%
A Glimpse into Emerging Trends
- Fintech Outlook for August 2025 — Investigating the flow of venture capital in the Southeast Asian markets.
- Financial Tech for Students — A list of the top 5 budgeting applications for students across the globe.
- Sustainable Investments — The influence of ESG scores on investment choices in Indonesia.
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