Experian, a global leader in data and analytics, has teamed up with the Singapore FinTech Association (SFA) to launch an accelerator programme aimed at boosting FinTech innovation across Southeast Asia. The initiative, set to commence on 8 September 2025, will focus on identifying and supporting high-potential FinTech companies that offer solutions in eKYC, digital onboarding, alternative data scoring, and open banking.
The programme is designed to leverage Experian’s extensive client network and SFA’s influential presence within the FinTech ecosystem. It aims to provide a growth platform for FinTechs to scale across the region, enhancing financial inclusion and smarter decision-making in emerging markets. Applications for the programme will open in September, with shortlisted partners announced in October. The programme will conclude with a results announcement in April 2026.
Kabir Khanna, General Manager of Experian Credit Services Singapore, highlighted the partnership’s significance: “This partnership with SFA is more than just a collaboration—it’s a commitment to nurturing the next wave of FinTech innovation in Southeast Asia.” Holly Fang, President of the SFA, added, “This initiative reflects our shared belief in the power of ecosystem collaboration to drive innovation and impact.”
Eligible applicants must be international FinTechs with a presence in Singapore and demonstrate a proven product-market fit. The selected partners will benefit from commercial collaboration opportunities, revenue growth, and enhanced brand visibility through joint marketing efforts.
The collaboration between Experian and SFA marks a significant step in transforming the financial services landscape in Southeast Asia, providing a launchpad for FinTechs to gain visibility and build lasting partnerships.
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