Asia Pacific news and trends

Visa Sees Asia Pacific Leading Global Shift to Intelligent Commerce
Artificial Intelligence // March 09, 2026

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Asia Pacific CFOs Push Banks to Rethink Working Capital, Study Finds
VISA // February 24, 2026

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Hong Kong Emerges as Digital Launchpad for APAC Payments
Mobile Commerce // 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...

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...

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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
Visa and Trip.com Partner to Reach Digital-First Travelers in Asia-Pacific

May 20, 2026
Visa and Trip.com Group have forged a new strategic partnership designed to merge global payment infrastructure with customized digital travel bookings across the Asia-Pacific market, according to a Tuesday (May 19) press release issued by Visa. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS […]

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...

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...