Checkout.com and Noqodi Collaborate to Revolutionize Payment Services in the UAE
Weekly APAC news up to Wednesday, 8th of January 2025.
👀 NEWS HIGHLIGHT
Global payment solutions provider Checkout.com, has entered a strategic partnership with noqodi, a payment gateway and financial service provider, to elevate the payment experience for businesses and consumers in the UAE.
As part of the collaboration, Checkout.com will integrate its cutting-edge payment technology with noqodi’s robust digital platform, offering seamless and secure payment solutions.
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NOW, ON TO THE SUMMARY OF LAST WEEK'S NEWS
🧋 REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
⭐️ Sticpay extends money transfer service to over 100 countries.
⭐️ Briskpe launches cross-border payments offering for Indian MSMEs.
⭐️ Federal Bank Transforms Corporate Banking Landscape with FedOne™ powered by Nucleus Software’ FinnAxia®
⭐️ FinTech digital investment market to drive Qatar’s economy this year.
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SINGAPORE 🇸🇬
OCBC launches tokenised corporate bonds. According to OCBC, the tokenised bonds are available in S$1,000 denominations, enabling clients to diversify their portfolios more easily. The tokenised bonds, which reference investment-grade assets, are tailored to clients’ desired tenors and yields. Continue reading
SC Ventures launches billing FinTech for APAC SMEs. The FinTech investment and incubation arm of Standard Chartered, has launched Labamu, a platform that will offer SMEs digital billing, catalogue, stock and material management, plus customer relationship management and reporting services. Read more
DBS: Digital Ang Baos gaining popularity with DBS/POSB reporting a doubling of customers using their digital gifting services in 2024 compared to the previous year. Over 70% were first-time users, transferring SGD 39 million during Lunar New Year. Read More
INDIA 🇮🇳
IndiaBonds.com launches Digital Fixed Deposits. The platform offers a fully digital, paperless onboarding process, including quick KYC completion, making it easy for retail investors to get started. Its integrated portfolio dashboard provides clear insights into cashflows, returns, and fixed income allocations, helping investors track and manage their investments efficiently.