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Born Global-Fintech Without Borders with Hiro Kiga – S3E02

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In this episode, Hiro Kiga, co-founder of Wallex and now with M-Daq, shares insights on building a globally-minded fintech. He discusses launching Wallex, scaling a cross-border payments platform in Asia-Pacific, and how M-Daq’s acquisition has bolstered its market position. Hiro also explores the shifting startup landscape in Southeast Asia, where the focus has moved from rapid growth to profitability and scalability.

Topics Discussed:

  • How Wallex started with a global mindset
  • Challenges of scaling a cross-border fintech platform
  • Why Indonesian founders should think beyond local markets
  • The impact of M-Daq’s acquisition of Wallex
  • What Hiro would do differently if he started Wallex today

GoTyme Bank Unicorn Status: How Nubank’s $250M Investment is Transforming Fintech

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GoTyme Bank achieves unicorn status with Nubank’s $250M investment. CEO Nate Clarke, in an ANC interview with Michelle Ong, discusses how this partnership drives growth, innovation, and positions GoTyme as a fintech leader in the Philippines.

 

DORA Compliance Guide 2025: Financial Institution Requirements

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In this episode of the Demystify Podcast, explore the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), the groundbreaking EU regulation transforming financial sector cybersecurity. Expert guests Simon Phillips (SecureAck CTO) and Alex Tasioulis (Cloudified.io founder) break down their DORA compliance guide.

The pillars of DORA compliance

  • Key January 2025 implementation deadlines
  • ICT risk management requirements
  • Third-party risk assessment strategies
  • Practical steps for achieving compliance

Troy of Earn Your Leisure’s Potential Game-Changing Stocks for 2025

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In the Stock Options Master Class on EYL University, Troy offers a comprehensive analysis of his top stock and sector predictions for 2025. His insights cover several key areas:

AMD’s AI Potential

Troy highlights Advanced Micro Devices’ (AMD) significant growth prospects in the artificial intelligence sector.

MicroStrategy and Bitcoin

He examines MicroStrategy’s strategic alignment with the anticipated rise of Bitcoin, suggesting potential gains for investors who understand this connection.

Data Center Energy Revolution

Troy discusses the ongoing transformation in energy infrastructure for data centers, identifying this as a crucial sector for future investment.This masterclass in strategic investing provides valuable insights into:

  • Why these specific stocks and sectors are poised for growth
  • How investors can position themselves to capitalize on these trends
  • The underlying market forces driving these predictions

Troy’s analysis offers a roadmap for investors looking to optimize their portfolios for the coming years, blending technological advancements with market trends to identify potentially lucrative opportunities.