Intro

In the first half of 2023, 41% of tech investment in Southeast Asia went into digital financial services, nearly double the amount allocated to e-commerce. So, where has all the fintech funding gone?

On the latest episode of the Impulso Podcast, we are joined by Gavin Tan, lawyer turned FinTech founder, as we delve into: 

• Recent trends in fintech, from e-wallets to buy now pay later;

• Impact of real-time payments infrastructure; 

• How this has challenged the traditional e-wallet business model, pushing the evolution into super apps;

• Key challenges for fintech startups in this region, from CAC to risk management; 

• Navigating the complex regulatory landscape.
  

Tune in for an in-depth conversation on the current state and future of fintech in Southeast Asia.