Chengmun Kok

Full-time communicator | Part-time gamer, blogger, traveller
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[FintechNews Malaysia @FintechNewsMy]

DuitNow QR Payments Volume Doubles to 3 Billion in Malaysia in 2025 https://t.co/GQDnhet6yu #fintech #malaysia

[Chengmun Kok @cmunkok]

So, this particular world leader cancelled all the climate, sustainability and green policies during his administration.

Now, he starts a war that pushes energy costs up so high - that people start adopting green energy as an alternative.

Thank you, I guess?

[FintechNews HongKong @FintechNewsHK]

Breaking: Hong Kong Grants First Stablecoin Licences to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial https://t.co/tqvOCh0Mm0 #fintech #hongkong

[Chengmun Kok @cmunkok]

1 small step forward for Malaysia's education system

[malaysiakini.com @malaysiakini]

The Education Ministry announced that all candidates who achieved 10As and above in the 2025 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination will be guaranteed a place in the Matriculation Programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.

In a statement last night, it said that the offer, which covers 6,717 candidates, will be made automatically to all eligible applicants, irrespective of race or background.

Full story: https://t.co/AY7sUxBx2f

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

When Fraud Runs on Autopilot, Your Defences Can’t Afford to Coast

Read here: https://t.co/x8A8MMNVA8
#fintech #AI #fraud #security

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

The VC industry remains conservative in backing women, but investing in female entrepreneurs often leads to better capital recovery.

Watch the full interview here: https://t.co/iCx2FGOEqk

#Fintech #Funding #VC #VentureCapital #FemaleFounders #GenderEquity

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

From fraud detection to seamless AML workflows, AI has become the industry's baseline. Explore how leaders are leveraging these tools in the 2026 Fraud and AML Leaders Report.

Download the report: https://t.co/NpHBzAoJnl
#fintech #AI #fraud #AML

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

A simple "Are you 18?" button isn't enough anymore. With stricter age verification regulations, businesses must adapt. Check out Regula’s latest guide for insights on compliance.

Get the guide here: https://t.co/iSoUooLBOz
#Fintech #AgeVerification #Security

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

Singapore Is Living the Future of Identity Fraud

Read more here: https://t.co/Pyn598RoHD
#fintech #security #identityfraud #regtech

[Chengmun Kok @cmunkok]

KFC now offers BNPL for their fried chicken. When I read this, I felt disgusted.

Over 70% of BNPL users are B40s. So now, they can enter debt just to enjoy a KFC meal? Yay? More debt for struggling communities, as if they don’t have enough? This is just wrong.

[FintechNews Malaysia @FintechNewsMy]

KFC Malaysia Now Offers Mouthwatering, Finger-Lickin Good Debt

https://t.co/uyBds6F61c
#fintech #payments #lending #bnpl #credit

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

LatAm and Africa’s Gaming Booms Offer Growth for APAC Firms, Says EBANX

https://t.co/ghAsJVMDot
#fintech #Africa #gaming #finance

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

As of 2023, over 40 digital-native banks had been launched in APAC. By 2025, a further 100 new challengers are predicted. Learn how incumbent banks can adapt to these challenges in this whitepaper: https://t.co/6BTVBo7LE6

#DigitalBanking #CoreModernization @Mambu_com

[Chengmun Kok @cmunkok]

@Maxis

[BFM News @NewsBFM]

1. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil warns of action against telcos that charge extra for 5G access.

"The entire infrastructure up until they signed the share subscription agreement (SSA) was borne by the rakyat's money so there should not be additional charges," he said.

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

If you're starting to plan your calendar for 2024, here's a list that you shouldn't miss.

https://t.co/WgjmPdjq8P

#events #SeamlessAsia2024 #ITCAsia2024 #SFF2024 #Token2049

@token2049 @seamlessasia @insuretechnow @sgfintechfest @fintech_connect

[FintechNews Malaysia @FintechNewsMy]

Here are the top 5 identity fraud types identified by Sumsub in their latest Identity Fraud Report. Get more insights like this and download the report now: https://t.co/K6lXoKMtSZ

#IdentityFraud #RegTech #AccountTakeover
@sumsub

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

The battle is on, between digital wallets and credit cards. Which payment method do you prefer the most?

For more insights like this, download the latest Singapore Fintech Report.
https://t.co/rGZRcVq9fB

#DigitalWallet #EWallet #CreditCard #Payments

[BFM News @NewsBFM]

BREAKING: PM Anwar Ibrahim has announced several changes to his Cabinet:
- Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan (New Post)
- Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo (New Post)
- Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad
- HR Minister Steven Sim
- Higher Education Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir

[Fintech Singapore @FintechSIN]

Singaporean consumers are increasingly relying on online shopping platforms to complete their purchases, resulting in substantial growth of the #BNPL sector.

For more insights like this, download the latest Singapore Fintech Report: https://t.co/rGZRcVq9fB

#Payments #BNPL

[FintechNews Malaysia @FintechNewsMy]

We've just launched the Malaysia Fintech Report 2023 today. If you're looking for in-depth insights into the latest trends and developments in the Malaysian #fintech scene, this report is for you!

Download here: https://t.co/pfXmE1TqR7

#FintechNewsMalaysia #FintechReport2023

[FintechNews Malaysia @FintechNewsMy]

Join us at our event of the year - 200 BFSI and fintech professionals will be gathering under one roof to celebrate the achievements of the finest fintechs. Tickets are limited, grab one now: https://t.co/MECI20jl7g
#fintech #wealthtech #payments #ESG #insurtech #FFAM #Malaysia