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Recent News
Indonesia’s Crypto Regulations See Enhancement
Bank Indonesia is putting forth tighter control measures on cryptocurrency platforms to increase transparency and secure investor interests.
Toronto's Wealth Management Revolutionized by AI
In Toronto, new fintech ventures are utilizing advanced artificial intelligence to tailor investment strategies for the younger generations.
Digital Wallet Competition: Gopay vs. OVO in 2025
Explore a thorough analysis of Indonesia's leading mobile payment services vying for the top spot in 2025's fintech ecosystem.
Canada Prepares For Digital Currency Trial
Canada’s central bank is entering the pilot phase for a digital currency initiative, partnering with select fintech companies for trials.
Local Perspectives
Indonesia
- Peer-to-peer lending platforms witness a boom among Generation Z consumers
- State-sponsored national fintech experimental zone kicks off
- Digital advancement within the Islamic finance sector is flourishing
Canada
- Toronto obtains the lead for fintech startup funding in North America for the second quarter of 2025
- Newly approved open banking regulations and their implications for users and developers
- Key financial institutions form alliances with blockchain platforms for identity authentication
Market Overview of the Week
Cryptocurrency:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Stablecoins pegged to the Indonesian Rupiah gather momentum in Jakarta
Equities & Technology ETFs:
- Nasdaq Fintech Index sees a climb of 1.7%
- The Canadian FinTech Growth ETF (FINC) is up by 2.3%
- Indonesian Technological Sector Index takes a slight downturn of 0.8%
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