What does the product do?

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the digital journey across many sectors, including the financial services industry. With this quick overnight shift to a greater reliance on digital, financial services institutions had to adapt quickly and create new processes to engage and protect employees and customers during this challenging time. 

• What does the product do?

SUNRATE is an Asia-based digital payment platform created to empower cross-border business. Building a commercial settlement gateway, SUNRATE opens up international trade by digitalising payment processes, offering transparent, competitive exchange rates and moving money securely around the world. 

• Who needs the product?

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