Keenai, a wealthtech platform developed in partnership with Lighthouse Canton, has named Varun Mittal as Country Head, Singapore, to spearhead its expansion into Southeast Asia. The appointment comes ahead of the launch of Keenai Wealth on 19 August, marking a significant push to offer a comprehensive investment platform for accredited investors in the region.
Mittal, a seasoned fintech expert, will oversee Keenai’s introduction to Singapore and beyond, focusing on distribution, partnerships, and client acquisition. His extensive experience includes roles such as Chief Digital and Innovation Officer at Singlife, where he led digital life insurance innovations, and as a key figure at helloPay, which was acquired by Ant Financial. Mittal has also been recognised twice in the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Top 10 FinTech Leaders list.
Keenai aims to consolidate various asset classes, including bonds, hedge funds, and structured notes, into a single account, leveraging Lighthouse Canton’s institutional infrastructure. This initiative seeks to address the fragmented platforms and outdated systems that have historically underserved accredited investors in Asia.
Shilpi Chowdhary, Founder and Group CEO of Lighthouse Canton and Keenai Global, praised Mittal’s appointment, stating, “Varun has built and scaled platforms that changed how people in this region bank, pay and invest.” Mittal himself expressed enthusiasm for the role, highlighting Keenai’s potential to become the go-to platform for wealth management in the region.
Keenai’s platform will provide access to over 500,000 bonds and 1,000 hedge funds across more than 50 global markets, offering a comprehensive solution for investors. As Keenai prepares for its official launch, the appointment of Mittal is a strategic move to ensure its success in Southeast Asia.
