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Thunes Enables Banks to Unlock Mobile Wallet Payments Via Their Existing Swift Connectivity

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SINGAPORE and LONDON, Oct. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, today announced its proprietary Direct Global Network now provides banks with access to over 3 billion mobile wallets around the world via their existing Swift connectivity.

Thunes’ new network capability allows financial institutions connected to Swift to become Members of Thunes’ proprietary Direct Global Network and process fast, transparent and reliable cross-border payments directly to 120 mobile wallet brands around the world, without needing to undertake a separate technical integration to Thunes. Through the new connection with Thunes’s Direct Global Network leveraging existing Swift connectivity, financial institutions can now send instant payments directly to mobile wallets in over 130 countries and 80 currencies.

Through the connection with Thunes’ Direct Global Network, which covers 130 countries and 80 currencies, financial institutions can send instant payments directly to mobile wallets via their existing Swift connectivity, with minimal technical lift and operational changes.

Financial institutions will also benefit from Thunes’ SmartX Treasury System and Fortress Compliance Platform – enjoying speed, control, visibility, protection and cost efficiencies when making payments in real-time to mobile wallets. 

By leveraging Swift’s financial messaging services and enhancing payment capabilities with Thunes’ expansive Direct Global Network the new capability enables financial institutions to deliver seamless cross-border transactions, increasing financial inclusion across markets where mobile wallet usage is prevalent. Specifically, it aims to reach billions of under-banked people, giving them access to the global finance system.

Floris de Kort, CEO of Thunes, said: “Opening our Thunes’ Direct Global Network Membership to the banking community perfectly aligns with our mission to make the global economy accessible to all. We’re transforming the cross-border payment experience for financial institutions and their customers, building bridges between bank and wallet ecosystems to facilitate frictionless payments in previously unreached regions.”

Chloé Mayenobe, President and COO at Thunes, said: “By connecting to Thunes’ Direct Global Network, we’re unlocking new possibilities for the banking community, expanding their reach into the world of mobile wallets. This solution enables seamless, real-time cross-border payments to over 3 billion mobile wallets, empowering financial institutions to deliver faster, more transparent transactions while enhancing financial inclusion in underserved regions. We are advancing the future of global payments, providing greater choice and accessibility for billions of people.”

About Thunes:

Thunes is the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world. Thunes’ proprietary Direct Global Network allows Members to make payments in real-time in over 130 countries and more than 80 currencies. Thunes’ Network connects directly to over 7 billion mobile wallets and bank accounts worldwide, via more than 320 different payment methods, such as GCash, M-Pesa, Airtel, MTN, Orange, JazzCash, Easypaisa, AliPay, WeChat Pay and many more. Thunes’ Direct Global Network differentiates itself through its worldwide reach, in-house SmartX Treasury System and Fortress Compliance Platform, ensuring Members of the Network receive unrivaled speed, control, visibility, protection, and cost efficiencies when making real-time payments, globally. Members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network include gig economy giants like Uber and Deliveroo, super-apps like Grab and WeChat, MTOs, fintechs, PSPs and banks. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes has offices in 15 locations, including Abidjan, Barcelona, Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, London, Manila, Nairobi, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco, Sao Paulo and Shanghai. For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

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Vietnam’s Youth Rally Behind Blockchain: KuCoin Reveals Groundbreaking Insights at VTIS 2024

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HANOI, Vietnam, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to share the findings from its second edition of the KuCoin Campus Survey, conducted during the Vietnam Technology & Investment Summit (VTIS) 2024. With 926 participants surveyed from December 3rd to December 4th, 2024, the results underscore the vibrant interest in blockchain technologies among Vietnam’s youth, reinforcing KuCoin’s commitment to nurturing this vital market.

The survey, a key initiative under KuCoin Campus, highlights a strong, positive sentiment towards cryptocurrencies, with 92% of participants optimistic about the future of digital assets. Remarkably, 82% of respondents are considering blockchain-related careers, signaling a burgeoning talent pool eager for development and opportunities within the industry.

Vietnam’s strategic importance to both KuCoin and the broader crypto community is evident as 68% of participants expressed a “very high interest” in blockchain, making it a critical hub for crypto innovations and community engagement. Additionally, 73% of respondents currently hold cryptocurrencies, demonstrating a mature market ready for further expansion and adoption.

The survey also uncovered a significant inclination towards diverse blockchain roles, with data analysis (24%), marketing (22%), and business development (21%) being the most coveted. These insights are invaluable as they highlight the areas of highest potential and interest among the future workforce.

Vietnam has been and will continue to be a key market for us,” said Alicia Kao, the Managing Director of KuCoin. “As the People’s Exchange, we are committed to empowering and equipping this new generation with the tools they need to succeed in the evolving digital landscape.”

View the full report here (EN version, VN Version), or visit KuCoin’s official website for further information.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and an exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 37 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots. KuCoin has garnered accolades such as “Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges” by Forbes and has been recognized among the “Top 50 Global Unicorns” by Hurun in 2024. These recognitions reflect its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

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Fintech nsave launches investment platform, offering people from distressed economies protection from inflation with compliant and safe investments abroad

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  • nsave offers trusted dollar, sterling or euro accounts abroad to people from high inflation countries.
  • Customers can now access a range of US equities, ETFs and funds.
  • TQ Ventures leads $18mn financing, with participation from Sequoia Capital, Y Combinator, ACE Ventures, and Proton.

LONDON and GENEVA, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — nsave, the provider of trusted, compliant accounts abroad to people from countries with high inflation, has today announced the launch of an investment product, enabling people at risk of financial exclusion to protect and grow their wealth.

The company also confirmed an $18mn Series A investment led by TQ Ventures with participation from Sequoia Capital, Y Combinator, ACE Ventures, and Proton Foundation, to accelerate their growth.

Today’s means customers can access US equities, ETFs and soon funds managed by some of the world’s largest asset managlaunchers via the nsave app, subject to onboarding and compliance checks.

By working with regulated financial institutions and banking partners in the UK and Switzerland, nsave offers safe and compliant accounts abroad, democratising offshore services to millions of people affected by high inflation or economic uncertainty in their home countries.

nsave’s customers include young professionals who move abroad and face exclusionary and outdated compliance processes due to their country of birth, alongside people from high inflation economies, who fear their life savings will be wiped out.

Based in London and Geneva, nsave is led by former Rhodes Scholars Amer Baroudi and Abdallah AbuHashem.

nsave CEO Amer Baroudi said: “Our vision is to go beyond just protecting everyday people’s wealth by enabling safe and compliant accounts abroad, but to enable them to grow it, too.”

“For some of our customers, this is the first time they can access trusted investment services securely. We believe your passport shouldn’t determine your path to prosperity. Our compliance-by-design approach enables us to offer services safely to many more people.” 

TQ Ventures co-founder and co-managing partner, Schuster Tanger, said: “nsave is tapping into a massive market of individuals underserved by existing financial services who need secure, stable financial solutions.”

“From the outset, I was impressed by nsave’s unique approach and the strength of their team, no doubt a function of Amer and Abdallah’s own lived experience of these challenges. We’re thrilled to roll up our sleeves with nsave to create a more inclusive financial system.”

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Amrop, a Leading Global Executive Search and Leadership Consulting Firm, Announces New Office in Japan

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BRUSSELS, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amrop, a leading global executive search and leadership consulting firm, appoints JOMON Associates as its new team in Tokyo, marking the group’s re-entry in the Japanese market and adding significant coverage in the Asia Pacific region.

Led by Naohiro Furuta, CEO, JOMON Associates is Japan’s premier leadership advisory firm, offering services in senior Executive Search, Board & Corporate Governance Consulting, Leadership Assessment and Executive Coaching.

With 13 consultants and a team of 30 employees, the firm serves more than 200 companies, constituting about one-third of Japan’s major companies and representing Japan’s key industry sectors, including Industrial & Automotive, Chemicals & Materials, Consumer & Retail, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Finance & Insurance, IT and Telecommunications.

The firm’s deep connection to the local Japanese market is matched by its unsurpassed reputation for quality and its innovative approach to executive search. By offering personalized leadership advisory and board services in addition to its acclaimed recruitment solutions, JOMON Associates is well-positioned to support companies in their quest for transformative leaders.

Japan is a significant market for executive search and leadership consulting, and we are delighted welcome JOMON Associates to our global team,” says Annika Farin, Chair of the global Amrop Partnership. “We are now able to directly serve multinational companies operating in Japan as well as Japanese companies that are redefining boundaries as they follow their global or regional expansion strategies. Together with JOMON’s uncompromised quality approach and top market positioning, we can be instrumental in assisting these companies with the recruitment of their executive teams and attracting the best talent in new markets. “

“JOMON Associates shares our values and our ambition to continuing serving clients in the premium segment of the market. We feel naturally close to our new partners in Japan and are also proud to announce that Naohiro Furuta will immediately join our Board to help us drive the future of Amrop’s global partnership,” Farin added.

Naohiro Furuta, CEO JOMON Associates, added, “We are very pleased to announce that we have joined the global Amrop Partnership. As the global business environment becomes increasingly complex, the demand for strong and visionary leadership is higher than ever. Japanese companies are also strongly seeking talent to drive innovation and international competitiveness. Through our partnership with Amrop, we will provide our clients with valuable services that combine global insights and local expertise, making a significant impact on the domestic market and contributing to the international success of our clients.”

Amrop’s new Tokyo office is located at Tokyo Toranomon Global Square, 13th Floor, 1-3-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo. The addition of Japan office reinforces the group’s presence in the region, with teams in China, South Korea, India and Australia.

About Amrop

Amrop is a global leadership consulting firm, offering retained executive search, Board and leadership advisory services. We advise the world’s most dynamic, agile organizations on identifying and positioning Leaders For What’s Next – adept at working across borders, in markets around the world. Established in 1977, Amrop operates in Asia, EMEA and the Americas across 69 offices in 57 countries.

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