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Data room for fintech

Short answerFintech investors and acquirers focus on regulatory status: which MAS licence the company holds, how it meets Payment Services Act and AML requirements, and how it manages technology risk. Put licences, compliance policies and audit reports at the centre of the room.

How it works in Singapore

Singapore is a leading fintech hub, with payment institutions, digital banks, wealth platforms and digital asset firms licensed by MAS.

Best data rooms for fintech

Our five measures re-weighted for this use case, with a small bonus for rooms built for it. Prices before 9% GST.

  1. 1 Ellty ~S$191/mo 9.2 Visit Ellty
  2. 2 iDeals On quote 8.7
  3. 3 Datasite On quote 8.6
  4. 4 Intralinks On quote 8.6
  5. 5 Ansarada On quote 8.5
  6. 6 Firmex On quote 8.4
  7. 7 Drooms On quote 8.3
  8. 8 SmartRoom On quote 8.2
  9. 9 Box ~S$19/user/mo 8.1
  10. 10 Citrix ShareFile ~S$70/mo 8.0
29%Security18%Deal tools21%Permissions16%Ease of use16%Cost

Folder index for fintech

01
LicencesMAS licences and conditions.
02
ComplianceAML/CFT policies, risk assessments, audits.
03
TechnologyArchitecture, security tests, TRM compliance.
04
FinancialAccounts, safeguarding of customer funds.
05
PartnersBanking and scheme partner agreements.

Singapore rules that apply

Payment Services Act 2019

Licensing for payment services, including standard and major payment institutions, with AML/CFT obligations.

MAS technology risk

Regulated fintechs must meet TRM Guidelines and cyber hygiene notices.

Change of control

Acquiring control of a licensed entity typically needs MAS approval.

More detail: MAS technology risk, PDPA.

Features you need

FeatureWhy it matters hereRooms in our top 10 that list it
Audit trailTime-stamped history of who opened, printed or downloaded each document, exportable for a dispute, insurer or regulator.10 of 10
View and download controlEach file can be set to view-only, print or download, and the setting can be changed later.9 of 10
Two-factor loginEvery login needs a one-time code, app approval or security key as well as the password.10 of 10
Q&A workflowBidders post a question against a file; your team drafts, approves and publishes the reply, and the whole thread is kept.8 of 10

How to set it up

  1. Lead with licencesRegulatory status first.
  2. Include audit reportsIndependent AML and technology audits.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Change of control approval not planned.
  • Outdated AML risk assessments.

Questions people ask

Does acquiring a Singapore fintech need MAS approval?

Acquiring control of a licensed entity typically requires MAS approval; check the specific licence.

What do fintech investors check first?

Licences, AML/CFT compliance, safeguarding and technology risk.

Should security test reports be shared?

Summaries in the room, full reports to named reviewers with view-only access.