Asia Pacific news and trends

Standard Chartered Participates in Joint Venture to Issue Hong Kong Dollar-Backed Stablecoin
Blockchain // February 17, 2025

Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong (SCBHK), Animoca Brands and HKT have agreed to form a joint venture to issue a stablecoin backed by the Hong Kong dollar. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Thunes Adds PayPal’s Hyperwallet to Cross-Border Payments Network
Cross Border Commerce // January 14, 2025

Money movement platform Thunes says it has added PayPal’s Hyperwallet to its Direct Global Network. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...

Revolut to Expand in Asia-Pacific, Build on Success in Australia
Digital Banking // May 31, 2024

London-based FinTech company Revolut has reportedly set its sights on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for its global expansion strategy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

NetXD and Visa Expand Cross-Border Payments Partnership to Asia
Partnerships // May 21, 2024

NetXD has expanded its cross-border payments partnership with Visa B2B Connect. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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Hong Kong Emerges as Digital Launchpad for APAC Payments

April 04, 2025
The rapid advancement in payment innovations across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is transforming the digital commerce landscape. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree […]

Agility and Robust Risk Management Key to APAC Success in 2024, Says Discover Global Network

February 06, 2024
In recent years, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region has emerged as a driving force in the digital payments space, with the region’s rapid technology adoption and changing consumer behaviors positioning it...

Chinese Consumers Prefer Local Payment Methods When Shopping Online

December 27, 2022
Expansion into the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region remains difficult because eCommerce merchants aren’t offering local payment methods. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Western Merchants Deeply Lacking Knowledge About APAC Payments

December 01, 2022
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Quick Reads
Standard Chartered Participates in Joint Venture to Issue Hong Kong Dollar-Backed Stablecoin

February 17, 2025
Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong (SCBHK), Animoca Brands and HKT have agreed to form a joint venture to issue a stablecoin backed by the Hong Kong dollar. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, […]

Thunes Adds PayPal’s Hyperwallet to Cross-Border Payments Network

January 14, 2025
Money movement platform Thunes says it has added PayPal’s Hyperwallet to its Direct Global Network. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Revolut to Expand in Asia-Pacific, Build on Success in Australia

May 31, 2024
London-based FinTech company Revolut has reportedly set its sights on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for its global expansion strategy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

NetXD and Visa Expand Cross-Border Payments Partnership to Asia

May 21, 2024
NetXD has expanded its cross-border payments partnership with Visa B2B Connect. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...