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Recent Topics
Enhanced Oversight on Cryptocurrency by Indonesia’s Central Bank
New policies for crypto service providers in Indonesia prioritize transparency and safeguard investor interests.
Toronto's Wealth Management Shifts to AI
Artificial Intelligence is being adopted by Canadian fintech innovators for tailoring investment advice to younger demographics.
Gopay vs. OVO: The 2025 E-Wallet Battle in Indonesia
A detailed analysis of the leading contenders in Indonesia’s digital payments scene this year.
Pilot Program for Canada's Digital Currency
Canada's central bank collaborates with fintech companies to test a digital currency model.
Area Briefings
Indonesia
- Rise of peer-to-peer lending services among the younger generation
- National initiative to kickstart a fintech testing environment
- Expansion of digital services in Islamic finance startups
Canada
- Toronto clinches the top spot for fintech investments in North America for Q2 2025
- The enactment of open banking regulations and its implications for stakeholders
- Strategic partnerships between major banks and blockchain identity verification tech
Weekly Financial Overview
Cryptocurrencies:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Growing popularity of IDR-based stablecoins in Jakarta’s financial sphere
Equities & Technology-based Funds:
- Fintech Index for Nasdaq: +1.7%
- Performance of the Canadian FinTech Growth ETF (FINC): +2.3%
- Movement in the Indonesian Tech Sector Index: -0.8%
What’s Next in Trend Projections
- Fintech Outlook for August 2025 — The direction of venture capital investments in Southeast Asia
- Financial Technology for Students — The top 5 apps that assist students in managing budgets
- Investing with a Conscience — The impact of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) scores on Indonesian investments
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