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Top News
Regulatory Enhancement for Crypto Exchanges in Indonesia
Indonesia's Central Bank lays out additional norms for cryptocurrency platforms, aiming to boost investor safety and system transparency.
Toronto Embraces AI for Private Wealth Management
Fintech start-ups in Canada are adopting artificial intelligence technologies to tailor investment strategies for younger generations.
The Battle of Digital Wallets: Gopay Versus OVO in 2025
An analytical review of the performance and features of the leading e-wallet providers that are redefining Indonesia's digital payments scene.
Experimental Phase for Canada's Electronic Currency
Canada's central banking authority is commencing pilot trials of its CBDC model with a selection of fintech companies.
Local Perspectives
Indonesia
- Increased adoption of peer-to-peer lending applications by Generation Z
- Introduction of the nation's official fintech innovation project
- Growth in the digital outreach of sharia-compliant finance start-ups
Canada
- Toronto claims the top spot for fintech venture capital in North America during the second quarter of 2025
- Implementation of open banking regulations – implications for consumers and financial software developers
- Major financial institutions collaborate with blockchain-based identity authentication services
Financial Market Overview of the Week
Cryptocurrencies:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Stablecoins pegged to the Indonesian Rupiah find increased acceptance in Jakarta
Equities & Technology ETFs:
- Fintech Index on the Nasdaq: Growth of 1.7%
- The Canadian FinTech Growth ETF (FINC): An uptick of 2.3%
- Index for the Tech Industry in Indonesia shows a moderate decline of 0.8%
On the Horizon in Fintech Trends
- August 2025 Forecast for the Fintech Sector — Following the money: The direction of venture capital in Southeast Asia.
- Scholar-Focused Financial Technology — The five leading budgeting applications designed for international scholars.
- Eco-Friendly Financing — The impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings on investment choices in Indonesia.
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