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Beginner's Guide to International Transactions

Understanding SWIFT Codes

Are you new to international transactions? Don't worry, we've got you covered! One essential element you need to know is the SWIFT code...

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Choosing the Right Cross-Border Payment Solution

As small business owners and SME managers, cross-border payments have always been a challenge. Traditional payment methods have been the norm for many years, but with the development of fintech, there are now many new ways to transfer money internationally...

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How to DIY Multi-Company Payroll & Cross-Border Payments in 2023

Payroll processing is one of the most important, and also one of the most time-consuming, tasks for any business with multiple companies spread across the globe...

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Avoiding Common Pitfalls in International Payments

Ready to take the next big step and expand your business internationally? As a small business or startup, expanding your reach beyond your local market is very exciting.

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5 reasons to do business in Singapore

Singapore is a great destination for entrepreneurs and startups looking to start or expand their business.

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Fintech and the Unbanked

Fintech companies are leveraging technology to bridge the gap and provide essential financial services to millions of people around the globe.

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How to Protect Yourself Online: Phishing Attacks

Don’t open a message or email if you don’t recognise the sender’s name. When browsing online or checking your email, you should always be careful.

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Overcoming Cross-Border Payment Challenges in 2023

As a startup, are you struggling with cross-border payments in 2023? Are you still suffering from slow transaction speed, lack of transparency, high costs and unpredictable exchange rates?

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NOISE Analysis: A simple guide for SMEs and startups

Are you ready to level up your business in 2023? As businesses and entrepreneurs, we should always aim to do better and strive for excellence...

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A simple guide to secure and low-cost cross-border payments

Nowadays, most SMEs and startups make multiple monthly transactions every month, especially cross-border payments to international vendors to take advantage of the low costs...

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Get Ready for GST Rate Change in Singapore

GST stands for the Goods and Services Tax (GST). It is often referred to as Value-Added Tax (VAT).

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Business Travel Expenses? How To Get It Right

Most countries are now fully open again and welcoming to tourists and business travelers.

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What is a payment gateway? And what should you be aware of?

Are you an e-commerce store owner? Or are you looking to start an ecommerce business? If yes, then keep on reading.

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Offshore Banking: Benefits & What to be aware of

What do you think of when you hear the term ‘Offshore Banking’? Most people often associate offshore banking with illegal activities, a way to avoid paying tax or banking exclusively for the ultra-rich.

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A Simple Guide to Transferring Money Internationally

It is common practice for most businesses nowadays to make international transfers...

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SWOT Analysis: A simple guide for SMEs and startups

Want to stay ahead of competition and turn your weaknesses into strengths? If yes, then look no further.

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Understanding Supply Chain Management: Challenges and Solutions

Global supply chain management is complicated, especially post pandemic. The pandemic has changed global supply chain management in many ways.

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TranSwap's Global Account

Congratulations! You are thinking about taking your business to the next level. However, before expanding into a new international market, there are lots of challenges to consider, especially for SMEs and startups

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SMEs: Growing internationally and its challenges

Globalisation, or internationalisation, opens up new business opportunities and allows SMEs to expand beyond their home market. However, while internationalisation is indeed a strategic imperative, it comes with a set of challenges. Open to read more...

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Digital payment is the future and here’s why

Ever since the pandemic, more and more people are embracing digital payment solutions. This is mainly because digital payments allow for more transparency...

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What is your cash flow statement telling you?

A cash flow statement is one of the most useful markers of a business's status. It measures how well a company manages its cash position, which defines its ability to pay debts, fund existing operations and so on.

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US Dollar: How it became the global currency

The US Dollar, also known as the greenback is the world’s most traded currency. Due to its global acceptance, general stability and wide usage, it’s safe to say that the United States has dominated the global market. But how did it happen? How did the US dollar become the global currency and subsequently, the world’s leading superpower?

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Mistakes to avoid while transferring money overseas this Christmas

If you are looking forward to transferring money as a Christmas gift to your family who lives overseas during this holiday season, there are some pointers for you to look out for. If you fail to do so, you might risk missing the Christmas deadline or having to pay expensive exchange rates...

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A whole new look for TranSwap

Introducing TranSwap’s brand new look with a user-friendly website and improved features. Read more to find out... Read more to find out... Read more to find out...

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The history of Foreign Exchange: Part 2

After the Plaza Accord, we will now move towards the formation of the European Union and the current forex exchange that we are familiar with. Open to read more...

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The history of Foreign Exchange: Part 1

Foreign exchange is one of the biggest and most accessible markets in the world. Read more to find out the history behind foreign exchange and how it has shaped the market...

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The impact of currency fluctuations on businesses

Currency fluctuations can severely impact your business. Regardless of your trade, it’s important to understand the effects of a fluctuating currency. Open to find out more...

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