The Straits Times · 8 Oct, 01:00 · Finance briefing

Revolut to open new Singapore office; will invest $350 million and grow staff to 300 here

Revolut has announced plans to establish a new office in Singapore, committing a substantial $350 million investment.

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Revolut has announced plans to establish a new office in Singapore, committing a substantial $350 million investment. The fintech company intends to significantly to expand its local workforce, aiming to grow its Singapore-based staff to 300 employees. This strategic move underscores Revolut’s continued confidence in the Singapore market as a key regional hub. The expansion reflects broader trends of financial technology firms increasing their operational footprint in Southeast Asia, seeking to leverage the city-state’s robust regulatory framework and talent pool for further growth and service development.

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