1.

Accounting Tech

Incorporating or developing its proprietary technology into accounting services

2.

Advisory Tech

Using algorithm-driven technology to deliver automated decisions on investment opportunities

3.

Algo-Trading

Using programmed software to identify and place trades to generate profits efficiently and effectively

4.

Artificial Intelligence

Applying simulation of intelligence processes that perceives and takes actions itself based on its environment

5.

Blockchain-based Transformation

Using technology to assist with digital currency access, trade, exchange, and storage; or to provide blockchain or distributed ledger services

6.

Cloud Computing

Using a delivery mode of computing services to offer faster innovation, flexible resources, and economies of scale

7.

Crowdfunding

Using technology to access and raise funds for investment opportunities via the internet

8.

Cybersecurity

Using programmed software to protect operating systems and data from potential cyber-attacks

9.

Big Data Analytics

Using technology to analyse extensive raw data collected from different parties for insights and trends

10.

Data Privacy

Using technology to ensure private data of stakeholders are protected without violation of rights or exposure to commercial entities

11.

Digital Banking

Using electronic payment systems that enable end-users to transact payment without physically attending bank branches

12.

Digital Ethics

Displaying ethical behaviour that has contributed to the promotion of social justice in digital communities

13.

Financial Planning Tech

Incorporating or developing own proprietary technology to deliver mortgage broking, stockbroking, and other financial planning services

14.

HR Tech

Using technology to manage employee data for compensation and payroll, performance management, and recruitment

15.

Innovative Tech

Demonstrating a creative aspect utilising new ideas, methods, alterations and unique changes from existing FinTech systems

16.

InsurTech

Using technology to assist the insurance claims process, and enhance policyholder experience

17.

Internet of Things (IoT)

Using IoT systems for creative use on FinTech products/services

18.

Investor Tech

Using technology to assist with the provision of capital and financial support

19.

Legal Tech

Using technology to provide legal services transforming time-booking services or legal research etc

20.

Lending Tech

Using technology to assist with accessing capital, mortgage, personal, and other loan products

21.

Payment Tech

Using technology to assist with payment, funds disbursement, money transfers, payroll, or other payment services

22.

PropTech

Using technology for the real estate space, spanning across software, hardware, materials, or manufacturing

23.

Reg-Tech

Using technology to assist with meeting regulatory compliance obligations

24.

Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Using “robots” to emulate and integrate the actions of a human interacting within digital systems to execute a business process

25.

e-Provident Fund

Using electronic infrastructure and processes to standardise, streamline, and automate MPF scheme administration

1.

Entrepreneur of the Year

Recognising founders or start-ups for their track record of business growth, finance and/or technology innovation, and community engagement.

2.

Leader of the Year

Recognising leaders, managerial grades or above, with outstanding achievement who has made significant contributions to the finance and/or technology industry

3.

Rising Star of the Year

Recognising young professionals, on or below 35, with outstanding achievement who has made significant contributions to the finance and/or technology industry

4.

Iconic Star

Recognising professionals who have devoted their lifetime, creating extraordinary impacts on the FinTech environment with success stories to share.