Keep abreast of the latest developments and innovations in fintech from Indonesia to Canada and beyond.
Be in the know with international advancements, market dynamics, policy changes, and emergent fintech enterprises leading the way in finance.
Current Top Stories
Regulatory Grip Tightens on Crypto in Indonesia
Indonesian authorities implement new oversight rules for cryptocurrency exchanges to boost transparency and secure investor rights.
Toronto Adopts AI for Personalized Wealth Management
Innovative Canadian fintech firms are now employing AI technology to offer tailored investment strategies for younger generations.
The Battle of E-Wallets: Gopay vs. OVO in 2025
An elaborate analysis on the fierce competition between Indonesia's leading e-wallet providers in the current fiscal year.
Experimentation of Canada’s Digital Currency Begins
The Bank of Canada is initiating tests on a digital currency model in collaboration with select technology firms.
Regional Views
Indonesia
- Peer-to-peer lending applications witness a boom among the youth
- Official introduction of a state-supported fintech testing ground
- Rapid expansion of digital services by Islamic financial technology startups
Canada
- Toronto achieves top spot for fintech venture capital in North America for the second quarter of 2025
- New legislation on open banking declared — implications for consumers and developers
- Major banking institutions entering partnerships with blockchain identity authentication services
Weekly Financial Recap
Cryptocurrencies:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Stablecoins tied to the IDR see an upsurge in Jakarta
Equities & Technological Funds:
- Fintech Index on Nasdaq: +1.7%
- Growth ETF for Canadian Fintech (FINC): +2.3%
- Index for Technology Sector in Indonesia: -0.8%
Forthcoming in Hot Topics
- Fintech Outlook for August 2025 — Predicting the flow of venture capital in the regions of Southeast Asia.
- Fintech for Students — The Top 5 finance apps for budgeting tailored to international scholars.
- Sustainable Finance — The effect of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) scores on investment choices in Indonesia.
Invitation for Contributions
If you're a blogger, analyst, or student involved in fintech with meaningful thoughts, we'd like to hear from you. Send us your articles or opinions for a chance to gain exposure and establish your reputation in the fintech domain.
Refreshed Weekly — The Drive of Innovation is Unceasing.
Remain informed with FinPulse.Tech.