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Today's Top Stories
Strengthened Cryptocurrency Regulations by Bank Indonesia
Bank Indonesia implements additional regulatory measures on cryptocurrency trading platforms to increase transparency and to safeguard investors.
Toronto Embraces AI for Asset Management
A number of fintech newcomers in Canada are embracing generative AI to deliver bespoke investment strategy for younger generations.
The Battle of E-Wallets: Gopay Versus OVO in 2025
A comprehensive analysis of the leading e-wallet providers that are commanding the Indonesian digital payment landscape this year.
Canada Trials Digital Currency Initiative
The Bank of Canada is piloting a digital currency initiative, working with select fintech organizations to evaluate a CBDC prototype.
Perspectives on the Region
Indonesia
- Increase in peer-to-peer lending services usage by Generation Z
- National fintech development support through a new sandbox program
- Growth of digital platforms in Islamic Finance sector
Canada
- North America's Q2 2025 top city for fintech startups investment: Toronto
- Implications of the newly passed open banking legislation for consumers and developers
- Prominent banks collaborating with identity verification solutions on blockchain
Financial Markets Overview of the Week
Cryptocurrencies:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Growing popularity of IDR-backed stablecoins in Jakarta
Equities & Tech Fund Units:
- Fintech Index of Nasdaq: +1.7%
- Gains in Canadian FinTech Growth Exchange-Traded Fund (FINC): +2.3%
- Dip in the Indonesian Technology Sector Index: -0.8%
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