startups to watch

Fast-moving fintechs call for collaboration

Players at the cutting edge of Australia’s start-up industry discussed collaboration, culture, trust, privacy and innovation at a recent roundtable hosted by Accenture and FinanceAsia.

Cherie Marriott Accenture

Tencent-backed Airwallex aims to disrupt global finance

The payments firm’s founder explains his route to profitability and how he plans to undercut other parts of banking such as trade finance.

July 05, 2018

Li Ka-shing, Hillhouse back Aussie payments startup

Airwallex is building momentum after securing early backers, including Tencent and Sequoia -- more proof if any was needed that high-profile investors add to a startup’s credibility.

July 03, 2018