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Current Top Stories
Heightened Cryptocurrency Monitoring by Indonesian Bank
Indonesia's central banking authority rolls out additional regulations for cryptocurrency platforms, aiming to improve integrity and safeguard investors.
Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizes Asset Management in Toronto
Fintech newcomers in Canada are implementing AI algorithms to curate bespoke investing strategies for the younger generations.
Digital Wallet Rivalry: Gopay Versus OVO in 2025
A thorough look at the two major competitors in Indonesia's digital wallet sector for this year.
Experimentation with Digital Canadian Dollar Kicks Off
The Bank of Canada partners with select fintech companies to trial a digital currency prototype.
Regional Spotlight
Indonesia
- Rise in direct lending applications among the younger generation
- Newly-inducted national program for fintech innovation testing
- Growth of digital Islamic financial services startups
Canada
- North America's top destination for fintech startups funding in the second quarter of 2025: Toronto
- Authorization of open banking framework — implications for end users and app developers
- Large banking institutions partner with blockchain for identity authentication services
Financial Market Overview This Week
Cryptocurrency:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Growing popularity of stablecoins pegged to the Indonesian rupiah in Jakarta
Equities & Technology Funds:
- FinTech Sector on Nasdaq: +1.7%
- Canadian Focused Fintech Growth ETF (FINC): +2.3%
- Performance of Indonesian Technology Index: -0.8%
On the Horizon in Trends
- Fintech Outlook August 2025 — A look at the direction of venture capital in Southeast Asia
- Fintech for Students — The top 5 apps for efficient budget management aimed at international learners
- Sustainable Finance — The effect of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings on investment choices in Indonesia
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