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Banks retreat, private credit advances: Asia Pacific’s quiet lending revolution

The region is amongst the fastest-growing private credit markets globally, albeit from a smaller base.

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The region is amongst the fastest-growing private credit markets globally, albeit from a smaller base.

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Human Sparsity Blockchain: A citizen-validated ledger for digital finance supervision

HSB collects ground-level fraud signals that are captured in standardised entries.

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Will stablecoins disrupt the banking business?

The response from central banks and regulators worldwide has varied widely.

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Digital transformation starts with leadership

When employees understand the “why” behind a change, digitalisation becomes a shared journey rather than a top-down mandate.

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The future of Asian banking isn’t ‘AI-first’ – it’s ‘fearless-first’

The biggest temptation is to treat AI as a “bolt-on feature.”

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Why APAC banks must rethink their approach to the cost reduction challenge

APAC's fintech market is set to reach $304.55b by 2030, up from $144.87b today.

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Thailand backs major conglomerates for digital banks but risks stifling innovation

Did the Bank of Thailand play it too safe by going for large, established conglomerates?

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Fighting fraud in the digital banking age

Cybercriminals are exploiting new weaknesses, with digital document forgeries up 244% year-over-year.

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Asian banking’s next frontier: Beyond growth, embracing precision

What does “precision” actually mean in the context of Asian banking?

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Rethinking cybersecurity: How APAC banks can safeguard against AI-powered threats

As cyber criminals grow more sophisticated, banks must shift their strategy.

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Why Singapore’s fast payments need faster protections

APP fraud isn’t your typical cybercrime— it bypasses every traditional defence.

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Electronic trading proves its strength in times of volatility

April’s volatility confirmed that electronic trading platforms are not just part of capital markets, but central to their functioning.

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Navigating liquidity challenges for VCs in Asia Pacific

Beyond legal restructuring, technology is beginning to play a larger role in addressing liquidity challenges.

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Show, don’t tell: Asian banks need to prove simplification works – here’s how

The choice is clear: simplify or stagnate — the future of Asian banking depends on it.

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What kids without wallets can teach us about the future of finance

The next generation isn’t waiting—and neither should we.

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What is best practice when setting up an in-house bank?

The first step in setting up an in-house bank is to define its strategic purpose.

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How technology and regulation are reshaping the lending landscape

Asia's lending shifts fast: tech, AI, and regulation reshape how banks compete and lend.

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