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Start-ups
12 best startup business loans in Singapore (2026 guide)
Comparing startup business loans in Singapore? We cover 12 options across government schemes, banks, and alternative lenders, with loan amounts, rates, eligibility, and what each is best for.
Shermaine Tan
•18 minutes
Business banking
Can foreigners open a business bank account in Singapore? (2026 guide)
Yes, foreigners can open a business bank account in Singapore. See eligibility, bank requirements, and how to open an account remotely.
Rachel Tan
•11 minutes

Online payments
Payment rails: Types, speed and costs compared (2026 guide)
Compare payment rails: ACH, SEPA, SWIFT, cards and real-time networks. Learn how each works, what it costs, and which is best for your business.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•11 minutes

Accounting
What is accounting reconciliation and how does it work?
Reconciliation ensures that financial records match actual transactions. See how automation can support accurate account keeping.
Ross Weldon
•7 minutes

Airwallex news
February release notes: enhanced SWIFT and ACH payments, improved dispute management, and expanded local transfer capabilities
Discover the latest product releases from Airwallex.
•5 minutes

Corporate cards
UOB corporate credit & debit cards in Singapore (2026 guide)
Compare UOB corporate credit and debit cards in Singapore, including fees, rewards, benefits, and features. See how UOB cards compare with Airwallex.
Shermaine Tan
•10 minutes

Corporate cards
What is a card issuer and how do they work? (2026 guide)
A card issuer is a financial institution that provides payment cards to consumers and businesses. Learn how card issuers work and their role in payments.
•11 minutes

My 2024 reflections: What we’ve built and where we’re going
As we gear up for our 10th anniversary later this year, I’m immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished together in 2024 and I’m thrilled about the journey ahead.
Jack Zhang
•10 minutes

Airwallex news
Airwallex Spend: Revolutionising business spend management, with AI-powered automations at every step
Airwallex Spend brings together our Corporate Cards, Expense Management, and Bill Pay products into a unified suite of tools to help you manage your spend.
Ross Weldon
•4 minutes
Expense management
Turning global spend challenges into growth opportunities
99% of Singaporean finance leaders are struggling with global spend management. It’s just one of the learnings from our recent survey on Singapore business spend management. Learn about the challenges keeping finance leaders up at night.
Ross Weldon
•10 mins

Embedded finance
Embedded finance: What it is and how it works (2026 guide)
Embedded finance lets non-financial firms offer banking and payments in-product. Here's how it works, how it differs from BaaS, and real-world examples.
David Beach
•12 minutes

Online payments
What is a payment API? Singapore guide for global businesses (2026)
Learn what a payment API is, how it works, and what to look for when choosing one in Singapore, including PayNow, GrabPay, and cross-border support.
•10 minutes
Online payments
What is a payment service provider (PSP)? 2026 guide
Learn what a payment service provider (PSP) does, how payment flows work, and what to check when choosing one for your business.
Shermaine Tan
•9 minutes

Online payments
What are integrated payments? A guide for businesses (2026)
Learn what integrated payments are, how they work, and the types of payment methods they support, plus how to get started accepting payments in Singapore and beyond.
Shermaine Tan
•11 minutes
Online payments
How to create a payment gateway in 2026: Full guide
Learn what it actually takes to build a payment gateway from scratch: architecture, PCI DSS, costs, and why most businesses use a provider instead.
Shermaine Tan
•12 minutes
Online payments
Digital payments: What they are & how they work (2026)
Learn what digital payments are, how they work, and the payment trends shaping Singapore in 2026 — plus how Airwallex helps you get paid faster.
Shermaine Tan
•12 minutes
Start-ups
Best startup incubators in Singapore (2026 guide)
Compare the best startup incubators in Singapore for 2026. Funding, programme structure, equity terms and how to apply — for founders at every stage.
Shermaine Tan
•20 minutes

Business banking
Guide to wholesale banking in Singapore
What is wholesale banking? Learn its meaning, services, how it compares to retail and commercial banking, and explore licensing in Singapore.
Shermaine Tan
•10 min

Business banking
What is Banking as a Service (BaaS) and why it’s important to businesses
Discover what Banking as a Service is and how you can use it to offer seamless, customised financial solutions to your customers.
Channing Lovett
•8 minutes

Expense management
What is reimbursement? 2026 guide for Singapore employers
Learn what reimbursement means for Singapore businesses, including IRAS and MOM rules, GST treatment, and how to build a compliant policy with Airwallex.
Shermaine Tan
•9 minutes
Online payments
What is a digital wallet? How they work in Singapore (2026)
A digital wallet stores your payment details securely on your device. Learn how they work and which wallets are most widely accepted in Singapore.
Ross Weldon
•11 minutes

Accounting
What is EBITA? Meaning, formula & how to calculate it (2026 guide)
What is EBITA? Learn the EBITA meaning in business, how to calculate it with two formulas, and how it compares to EBIT and EBITDA.
Shermaine Tan
•11 minutes

Online payments
How to set up online payments in Singapore (2026 guide)
Learn how to set up online payments on your website in 9 steps, from choosing a provider to launch. Covers costs, security, and MAS compliance in Singapore.
Shermaine Tan
•9 minutes

January release note: Streamlined bulk transfer approvals on mobile, instant transfers through Airwallex Pay, and manual capture for Shopline payments
Discover the latest product releases from Airwallex.
•5 minutes