Aaron Foo Steps Up as Chief Product Officer at Tyme Group
Weekly APAC news up to Wednesday, 22nd of January 2025.
👀 NEWS HIGHLIGHT
Backbase, the pioneer in Engagement Banking, has announced that its customer, An Binh Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ABBANK), has successfully launched a new business digital banking platform - ABBANK Business, marking a pivotal step in ABBANK’s commitment to supporting all enterprise segments, enhancing customer-centric digital experiences across Vietnam.
NOW, ON TO THE SUMMARY OF LAST WEEK'S NEWS
🧋 REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
⭐️ Aaron Foo Steps Up as Chief Product Officer at Tyme Group.
⭐️ Grab-Backed Super Bank Is Said to Consider Jakarta IPO This Year.
⭐️ Thunes and Hyperwallet expand payout access.
⭐️ North Korea stole over $659M in crypto heists during 2024, deployed fake job seekers.
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SAUDI ARABIA 🇸🇦
Google Pay set to launch in Saudi Arabia in 2025. Google Pay will offer users a secure and seamless way to make purchases in stores, on apps, and online. It will also allow users to conveniently add and manage their cards through Google Wallet, ensuring enhanced convenience and safety.
THAILAND 🇹🇭
Singapore and Thailand move to block crypto betting site polymarket. Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority blocked access to Polymarket in December as it was deemed to be providing unlawful gambling. In Thailand, law enforcement is preparing to propose a similar ban.
INDIA 🇮🇳
Amazon to buy Indian BNPL startup Axio for over $150M. The e-commerce group signed the acquisition agreement in December after completing due diligence. The transaction requires approval from the Indian central bank. Continue reading