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[PRESS RELEASE – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, March 20th, 2025]
A Strategic Discussion on Digital Finance Transformation
Abu Dhabi-based Klickl Group, a leader in Web3 open finance and digital banking solutions, recently engaged in high-level discussions with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to explore the evolving landscape of digital assets, Web3 finance, and regulatory frameworks. The meeting underscored Malaysia’s proactive stance in shaping its fintech policies while leveraging insights from global industry leaders like Klickl.
Michael Zhao, Founder and CEO of Klickl, is among the few crypto leaders to have engaged in direct dialogue with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim—following Binance’s former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ). This underscores the growing recognition of compliant digital finance infrastructure as a critical component of Malaysia’s financial transformation.
During the discussion, key themes emerged around the role of stablecoins in cross-border payments, the convergence of traditional and decentralized finance, and the necessity of compliant yet innovative digital financial ecosystems. Klickl, with its multi-jurisdictional expertise, is well-positioned to contribute to Malaysia’s efforts in balancing financial innovation and regulatory compliance.
Klickl’s Vision: The Structural Shift in Crypto & the Future of Web3 Finance
The global digital finance industry is undergoing a structural shift, transitioning from speculation-driven models to real-world financial infrastructure that is destination-agnostic, permissionless, and seamlessly integrated with traditional banking systems. Klickl firmly believes that the next stage of Web3 finance will be defined by:
- Open Banking and Smart Financial Infrastructure – A system where digital finance transcends borders, unlocking seamless transactions across global economies.
- A Consumer-Driven, DeFi-Native, and Community-Led PayFi Model – Powering global cross-border payments through stablecoins and decentralized finance solutions.
- Bridging Traditional and Web3 Economies – Integrating stablecoin ecosystems within regulated digital banking, making digital assets a mainstream financial instrument.
These changes are shaping a new world order in digital finance, where transparency, security, and accessibility are the cornerstones of the next generation of banking and payments.
Klickl’s Dialogue with Malaysia’s Leadership on the Future of Web3 Finance
Throughout the discussions with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and key financial policymakers, Klickl emphasized the importance of a compliance-driven Web3 strategy to power cross-border trade, institutional adoption, and financial inclusion.
“Klickl’s engagement with Malaysia’s leadership reflects the country’s forward-looking approach to digital finance and regulatory evolution,” said Michael Zhao, Founder and CEO of Klickl.
“As an Abu Dhabi-based leader in Web3 finance, we see Malaysia as a key regional hub to drive stablecoin adoption, DeFi-powered financial services, and open banking solutions for the next generation of global payments.”
The engagement signals Malaysia’s proactive interest in leveraging compliant digital finance solutions as it strengthens its position as a fintech and blockchain innovation hub in Asia. Klickl looks forward to continuing discussions with policymakers, regulators, and financial institutions to help shape the future of Malaysia’s Web3 financial ecosystem.
About Klickl Group
Klickl Group, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, is a leading Web3 open finance platform in the MEA region. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including Digital wallets (Klickl 4U), Corporate accounts (KlicklONE), Payments & settlements (KlicklPay), Cryptocurrency exchange (Klickl Exchange), Stablecoin solutions, and Custody services.
Operating under globally recognized regulatory frameworks, Klickl is authorized to offer compliant crypto custody and brokerage services. With a vision to bridge digital and traditional finance, the company is committed to building a robust global stablecoin ecosystem, fostering trust and innovation in the evolving financial landscape.
For more information, users can visit: www.klickl.com
This article first appeared at CryptoPotato
