Posts From Johanan Devanesan
Why Digital Lending is the Next Frontier for This Malaysian Payments Giant
Closing in on 30 years as a groundbreaking payment solutions provider in Southeast Asia, GHL Systems Berhad today can lay claim to an expansive payments footprint comprising over 452,800 touchpoints across Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Australia. Now, GHL
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Accelerating Customer-Centric Digital Transformation in Malaysian Banks
The digital transformation journey of banks, particularly in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, has been a hot topic of discussion for years. Backbase, a global leader in engagement banking, has recently revealed the release of an IDC Infobrief that sheds light
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Digital Insurance Products in Malaysia That Caught Our Attention
According to the Fintech Malaysia Report 2022, there are a total of 32 players who are actively involved in the insurtech space in Malaysia as of 2022, compared to only 16 players back in 2019. This shows that there is
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The Tune Protect Approach Towards Being a Digital-First Insurer
The youth-oriented online insurance segment has been slowly growing in Malaysia, as they increasingly look for simplicity and convenience in their insurance coverage, coupled with an user-friendly customer experience. Under the Tune Protect Group, Tune Protect Malaysia is a licensed
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How the Financial Sector Can Capitalise on Consumer Security to Build Value
In the modern era, the average consumer spends around eight hours per day online, equating to a third of their lives. This ranges from work and shopping to socialising or merely relaxing, highlighting the ever-increasing relevance of online cyber security.
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Malaysia’s Approach Towards Nurturing Innovation-Driven Islamic Fintech Ecosystem
Entrepreneurs eager to craft groundbreaking applications within Malaysia’s Islamic fintech sphere are likely to welcome the opportunities introduced by the FIKRA Islamic Fintech Accelerator Programme, initiated by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) alongside the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF).
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5 Fintech Investments Made By Malaysia’s Khazanah Nasional
The recent blockbuster funding for insurance fintech firm PolicyStreet raised RM67 million (US$15.3 million), in a Series B fundraising round that was led by Malaysia’s sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional. It is among the largest capital injections for an insurtech
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In Malaysia, Crowdfunding and P2P Financing Outpace VC Funding
The blossoming fintech sector in Malaysia has taken centre stage in recent years, demonstrating impressive growth driven by innovative technology, regulatory support and changing consumer behaviour. The alternative funding environment in Malaysia, however, differs significantly from the rest of Southeast
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Industry Leaders Weigh In on the Future of Digital Payments
The digital payments industry has witnessed significant growth and transformation in recent years, driven by technological advancements, changing consumer behaviour, and evolving regulatory landscapes. To explore the path forward, a panel discussion was held during the Everything Payments Summit as
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Taking Stock of ESG Investment Leadership in Malaysia
The landscape of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investment in Malaysia has seen significant growth in recent years. Companies forced to prioritise the ESG agenda in part due to strong regulatory guidance on trajectory of ESG investing in Malaysia, and
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