SPF, GFTN Partner To Accelerate Global Fintech Innovation
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- Startup Policy Forum (SPF) announced a strategic collaboration with the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) to accelerate fintech and digital innovation through coordinated policy engagement, ecosystem development and cross-border growth programmes.
The partnership was unveiled at the Black Swan Summit India 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between SPF President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Shweta Rajpal Kohli and GFTN CEO, Asia & Europe, and GFTN Forums Co-CEO, James Boey in the presence of senior ministers, industry leaders and global ecosystem stakeholders.
“This partnership embeds India’s startup ecosystem more deeply into global financial and technology networks.
“By combining SPF’s on-ground policy advocacy with GFTN’s global platforms, we can drive regulatory coherence, cross-border growth and long-term innovation that benefits entrepreneurs and consumers alike,” said Kohli in a statement.
The collaboration will focus on strengthening global–India innovation corridors, enabling structured policy dialogue between regulators and industry, and supporting the international expansion of high-growth Indian startups.
Priority areas include digital finance infrastructure, responsible artificial intelligence (AI), digital assets, cross-border payments and regulatory innovation.
SPF, which represents more than 65 high-growth Indian startups collectively valued at over US$100 billion, works closely with key government institutions, including DPIIT, the MeitY Startup Hub and the IndiaAI Mission, to strengthen India’s innovation policy ecosystem. (US$1=RM3.92)
Meanwhile, GFTN, a Singapore-headquartered platform established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, connects policy, technology and finance leaders across more than 130 countries to advance resilient and inclusive financial systems.
-- BERNAMA