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ESG: Indonesia’s role in ASEAN’s energy transition

Indonesia’s role in ASEAN’s energy transition

This ESG Intelligence report details the country’s growing role in the global ESG ecosystem, with a focus on topics such as national progress towards renewable energy goals

How are emerging markets combatting cryptocurrency-related crime?

A record $14bn in digital currencies were transferred to illegal addresses last year, according to blockchain data platform Chainalysis, up 79% on the $7.8bn recorded in 2020.
How fintechs are revolutionising remittances in emerging markets

How fintechs are revolutionising remittances in emerging markets

Remittance flows tend to be more stable than broader capital flows. They also tend to be countercyclical, increasing during downturns or catastrophes, when other capital flows generally dwindle.

Thai Cabinet Approves Crypto-Friendly Tax Rules

The new rules will offer traders several benefits, including exemption from value-added taxes, settlement of losses and higher crypto trading activity in Thailand.
Which emerging market universities are driving growth in patent filing?

Which emerging market universities are driving growth in patent filing?

According to the UN World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), a record 277,500 international patents were filed in 2021. China was once again the world’s top filer, having overtaken the US in 2019.

Thailand Warns of Increased Cyber Threats Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

NCSA Deputy Secretary-General Gp Capt Amorn Chomchoey said 12 cyber attacks linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict have been reported since January 13, mostly targeting key infrastructures such as banks, border control agencies, and news websites.

Fintech: the natural response to a quarantined economy

During the global lockdown, MSMEs needed Financial Technology (fintech) to keep business operations going. FinTech companies also provided an intrinsic relief to business owners that were at risk of getting sick by continuing to operate manually.