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Top Stories
Indonesia Strengthens Cryptocurrency Regulation
The Bank of Indonesia is putting forth additional policies for cryptocurrency platforms aiming to increase transparency and safeguard investors.
Artificial Intelligence Dominates Wealth Management Solutions in Toronto
A number of Canadian fintech companies are now employing AI capabilities to offer tailored investment strategies to both millennials and Gen Z customers.
Indonesia's E-Wallet Battle: Gopay Versus OVO in 2025
A thorough analysis of the two leading e-wallet services that are at the forefront of Indonesia's fintech scene this year.
Canadian Central Bank Initiates Digital Currency Experiment
The Central Bank of Canada embarks on a trial of a digital currency prototype in collaboration with select fintech organizations.
Regional Focus
Indonesia
- Notable rise in the use of peer-to-peer borrowing platforms among the younger generation
- The state’s initiation of a national fintech experimentation framework
- Growing presence of digital platforms for Islamic financial services
Canada
- Toronto achieves top spot for fintech venture investments in North America for Q2 2025
- Enactment of open banking regulations — impacts and implications for consumers and developers
- Mainstream financial institutions moving to collaborate with blockchain for ID verification solutions
Market Overview This Week
Cryptocurrency:
- BTC: $64,200
- ETH: $3,250
- Adoption of stablecoins linked to the IDR (Indonesian Rupiah) is on the rise in Jakarta
Equities & Technology ETFs:
- Nasdaq's Fintech Index experiences a 1.7% growth
- Growth of the Canadian FinTech ETF (FINC) by 2.3%
- A slight decrease in Indonesia’s Technology Sector Index by 0.8%
Fintech Trends to Watch
- Fintech Projection for August 2025 — Identifying the main channels of venture capital in Southeast Asia.
- Fintech for Students — A review of the five leading budgeting applications for those studying abroad.
- Sustainable Finance — The way in which ESG scores are changing investment strategies in Indonesia.
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