Intelligent Fin.tech Issue 25 | Page 23

FOLLOWING THE MONEY
FOLLOWING THE MONEY
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THE PHILIPPINES

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CHINA

Seafood City , North America ’ s largest Filipino grocerant , has launched the SFC + app for global Filipinos , uniting US and Filipino brands . This digital marketplace offers seamless access to products , bill payments , remittances and investment options , serving as a comprehensive hub for the Filipino community . SFC + enhances accessibility , fostering cultural ties and financial services within a unified digital ecosystem .
At the 2024 Financial Street Forum , China ’ s banks pledged expanded financing for sci-tech SMEs , supporting the national goal to drive innovation and economic productivity . The Bank of Communications , partnering with the Ministry of Industry ’ s Torch Centre , launched ‘ Torch Loan ’ for tech SMEs . This initiative strengthens financial support for startups , fostering collaboration and innovation-driven growth . www . intelligentfin . tech
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