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Monday, August 10, 2026

OCC rejects Bunq's US bank charter, closing the door on a neobank land grab
The OCC denied Dutch neobank Bunq's application for a US national bank charter, citing significant gaps. The decision redraws the map for foreign fintechs seeking a US footing.
APAC Intelligence3 min read

Thursday, June 4, 2026

The Thailand Fintech Landscape And Opportunities for Market Entry
Thailand's fintech market is large, mobile-first, and led by payments, with active lending, wealthtech, insurtech, and crypto segments. Strong local players and a clear regulatory triangle of the Bank of Thailand, the SEC, and the PDPA shape any entry strategy.
APAC Intelligence4 min read

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Financial Brands Lose the Trust War in Southeast Asia
Regulated credentials, competitive spreads, and media spend are not enough. Foreign financial brands entering Southeast Asia fail on a structural gap that advertising cannot close: the absence of local authority.
Market Authority9 min read