Welcome to Today’s FinTech Daily Roundup your go-to source for the latest developments in financial technology. As FinTech continues to redefine the way we bank, invest, insure, and manage money, staying ahead of fast-moving trends is essential for professionals and businesses alike. In today’s roundup, we bring you the most impactful updates across digital banking, blockchain, payments innovation, regtech, and more plus insights from thought leaders shaping the future of finance.
WorldFirst Expands in SEA with Malaysia MSB Licence
Ant International has just hit a major milestone in Southeast Asia receiving approval from Bank Negara Malaysia to operate under a Class A Money Services Business licence.It means WorldFirst Ant’s all-in-one platform for digital cross-border payments and treasury services now has the green light to operate in Malaysia. This adds Malaysia to the 60+ countries where WorldFirst is already licensed, marking another big step in expanding its global reach.
MEXC Ventures Backs Triv in $200 Million Deal for SEA Growth
MEXC Ventures, the investment arm of global crypto exchange MEXC, has made a strategic move by investing in Triv, one of Indonesia’s most trusted and long-standing cryptocurrency exchanges. Valued at $200 million, Triv has earned its place as a leader in the region’s digital asset space thanks to nearly a decade of credibility, innovation, and regulatory compliance.Founded in 2015, Triv is more than just a crypto exchange—it’s a platform trusted by over 3 million users across Southeast Asia. It offers access to 1,000+ digital assets, including everything from Bitcoin and Ethereum to meme coins and even U.S. stock products, allowing Indonesian investors to diversify their portfolios effortlessly.
Objectway Secures Cinven Investment to Boost Growth
This investment kicks off a new growth chapter for Objectway, building on its solid platform, trusted client relationships, and scalable solutions. Objectway, a leading provider of digital end-to-end software and services for financial institutions across Europe, North America, and the Middle East, has announced a major strategic milestone. Founder and CEO Luigi Marciano, alongside the Objectway management team, has partnered with international private equity firm Cinven. Under this new agreement, Cinven will make a majority investment in Objectway, while Marciano will remain a significant shareholder and continue leading the company as CEO and Chair.
Credit Sesame Teams Up with Green Dot for Sesame Cash
Powered by Green Dot’s embedded finance platform, Arc, Sesame Cash is a smart digital bank account that helps consumers take control of their money and their futures Credit Sesame, a pioneer in offering free, ongoing access to full credit information, has joined forces with Green Dot Corporation to enhance its smart digital banking platform, Sesame Cash. The goal? To make financial wellness more accessible and help users grow both their credit and savings with ease.This partnership marks a big step forward for Credit Sesame. By tapping into Green Dot’s embedded finance platform, Arc, Sesame Cash will soon offer users FDIC-insured deposit accounts adding a layer of security and convenience right from the start. But that’s just the beginning.
Advyzon Launches Sphere with No Strategist Fees
New platform allows advisors and clients to benefit from institutional-grade strategies at a low cos Advyzon Investment Management (AIM), the integrated investment solutions arm of Advyzon, has unveiled Sphere, a new manager-sponsored platform aimed at reshaping how advisors access professionally managed portfolios. At its core, Sphere reflects AIM’s commitment to making sophisticated, institutional-grade strategies more accessible and more affordable — for financial advisors and their clients.
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