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    Ascend Money: Advancing financial access in Southeast Asia

    By Joyce DongMarch 31, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Operates Thailand’s largest digital payment platform, TrueMoney, serving 50 million+ users across six Southeast Asian markets.
    • Partners with regional banks and telecom providers to expand cross-border remittance and micro-lending services.

    Digital solutions for underserved communities

    Ascend Money Co., Ltd., established in 2013 and headquartered in Bangkok, has emerged as a pivotal player in Southeast Asia’s fintech ecosystem. The company focuses on bridging financial inclusion gaps by providing accessible digital payment infrastructure to unbanked and underbanked populations. Its flagship product, TrueMoney Wallet, facilitates transactions ranging from utility bill payments to international remittances, operating in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. By collaborating with local merchants and telecom networks, Ascend Money ensures last-mile connectivity in rural areas where traditional banking services remain scarce.

    A key innovation lies in its cross-border interoperability. Ascend Money’s network enables migrant workers in Thailand to send funds seamlessly to families in neighbouring countries, addressing a critical need in a region with high labour mobility. The platform’s integration with over 300,000 cash-in/cash-out agents underscores its hybrid approach, combining digital convenience with physical accessibility. Regulatory compliance remains a priority, with licences secured from central banks in all operational markets, ensuring secure transactions even in regions with evolving digital finance frameworks.

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    Sustainable growth and strategic partnerships

    Ascend Money’s growth strategy hinges on partnerships with established financial institutions and technology providers. A 2022 collaboration with Ant Group enhanced its blockchain-based remittance capabilities, reducing transfer fees by 30% for Thailand-Myanmar corridors. The company also supports SMEs through microloan products, leveraging alternative credit scoring models that analyse transaction histories from its payment platform.

    Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles guide its operations, with initiatives like carbon-neutral transaction campaigns and financial literacy programmes for women entrepreneurs. Despite challenges such as fragmented regulations and currency volatility, Ascend Money reported a 45% year-on-year revenue increase in 2023, attributed to rising demand for contactless payments post-pandemic.

    cross-border remittance digital payments financial inclusion fintech innovation Southeast Asia
    Joyce Dong

    Joyce Dong is a community engagement specialist at BTW Media, having studied Film and Television at University of South Australia. Contact her at j.dong@btw.media.

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