The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) is eyeing to lure more FinTech investors to locate at the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) during the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025 held at the Singapore EXPO in November 2025.

According to AFAB, the government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) took part in the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025, engaging with sector leaders and technology firms to identify developments that support the Freeport’s efforts to attract digital-focused enterprises.

Many participants of the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025 have shown interest in investing inside the Bataan Freeport, noting FAB’s location, competitive logistics, available talent, and straightforward processes.

The AFAB delegation also gathered insights during the festival, aiming to boost the agency’s ongoing initiatives related to digital readiness, sustainability, and investment promotion aimed at attracting future-oriented enterprises.

The agency cited that the festival featured national pavilions, thematic exhibits, and technical sessions covering payment technologies, digital commerce tools, customer experience solutions, cybersecurity practices, open finance systems, and sustainability-related financial products.

The AFAB delegation visited the Philippines Pavilion, where discussions tackled recent updates in Google’s payment platforms, the role of digital tools in improving customer engagement, and practical applications of green technology among financial institutions.

The team also joined regional briefings on payment trends, investment movements in Southeast Asia, and regulatory developments shaping the sector. These sessions offered context on the considerations influencing firm decisions when identifying suitable environments for digital-driven operations.

FinTech, or financial technology, refers to the use of technology to offer financial services in new and innovative ways. It helps businesses, entrepreneurs, and consumers manage financial activities more efficiently, using software and algorithms accessible via computers and smartphones.

FinTech has grown significantly, moving from supporting financial institutions to offering consumer services, disrupting traditional providers with faster and more accessible alternatives. This growth has also led to increased regulatory focus, and major tech companies are entering the space as well.