blog imageExpat lifeCulture shock as an expat: What you need to know

Culture shock is a feeling of disorientation that can occur when you are exposed to a new culture or way of life. Here are some tips to ease the transition.

09 Jan 20248 mins read
blog imageExpat lifeBest way to send money to India 2024

If you are a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) who regularly sends money back home to India, here's how to transfer your hard-earned cash seamlessly and quickly.

29 Dec 202313 mins read
blog imageExpat life10 spectacular cities to visit on New Year’s Eve

As we countdown to 2023, it’s time to start planning your New Year’s Eve celebrations! Here are 10 great cities to ring in the new year.

27 Nov 20239 mins read
blog imageInsiderUpgraded Instarem business experience – now available

The new Instarem business experience is now live in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, United States, Indonesia and Australia ! With the updated experience, you’ll be able to: Make and view transactions on your mobile Set up a payment in minutes Skip steps for quick payments Set up single-recipient payments faster Make up to 1,000 payments ...

01 Nov 20234 mins read
blog imageMoney know-howAlipay: Everything you need to know

In recent years, mobile payments in China have exploded in popularity. In fact, China is a global leader when it comes to mobile payments. 45% of adults use the payment method daily, and an additional 41% do so at least once a week. This is due, in part, to the massive growth of mobile devices ...

28 Oct 20235 mins read
blog imageMoney Know-HowThe impact of inflation on forex rates: Unveiling the 5 key causes

You might have noticed the items you’ve bought recently might have gone a little bit more expensive than usual.  The cause: Inflation Inflation is a monetary phenomenon that has recently been the talk of the town yet again. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported that inflation hit 8.6%, its highest level since 1981. In ...

28 Sep 20239 mins read
blog imageInsider4 biggest accounting challenges faced by global companies

While conducting business from multiple locations may be a sign of achievement, managing a multi-locational business has its own challenges. The phenomenon translates into significant stress on manpower, financial resources, and time management to ensure a smooth functioning business. It takes an extraordinary effort to align stakeholders – divided by nationalities, languages, and work cultures ...

27 Sep 20234 mins read
blog imageExpat lifeInsiderThe ultimate guide to choose a country to move to

Have you ever dreamed of moving to a foreign country? If so, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of people make the move to a new country in search of a better life. But with so many different countries, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. In this guide, we ...

25 Sep 20237 mins read
blog imageRemittanceA comprehensive guide to remittance advice: Types and creating your own

Modern payment solutions not only simplify international money transfers but also bring clarity and transparency to the process. And transparency here extends both ways – to the payer and the payee.  Hence, buying goods and services from someone and not establishing a proper paper trail of your business money transfers is not advisable in the ...

16 Sep 202313 mins read