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Gov’t support keeps APAC banks stable
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Each market has their own problems, such as floods and weak property demand.
1 day ago
Gov’t support keeps APAC banks stable
Each market has their own problems, such as floods and weak property demand.
1 day ago
e-CNY expansion may curb banking income: S&P Global Ratings
It could reduce expenses for companies and facilitate international payments.
2 hours ago
OCBC, Ant International team up on tokenised deposits
It aims for real-time, around-the-clock cross-border payments between Singapore and Malaysia.
2 hours ago
Standard Chartered and Wise Platform team up to enhance SC Remit
Through this partnership, users can send funds in 21 currencies.Standard Chartered has partnered with Wise Platform to enhance its SC Remit service, enabling quicker and more affordable international transfers across Asia and the Middle East.
2 hours ago
AlixPartner names Una Ge as new HK partner and managing director
She was previously a partner at Deloitte China, focusing on cross-border restructuring.
4 hours ago
Mastercard launches OTP-free online transaction
This ensures that payment credentials are not shared with third parties.
4 hours ago
Banque de France, MAS completed post-quantum cryptography trial
The technology aims to protect data from cybersecurity threats posed by quantum computing.
6 hours ago
Client demands push banks toward frictionless experiences
"https://vimeo.com/1026408742"
Compliance, client expectations, and legacy tech challenge banks' 2025 goals.
6 hours ago
Regulatory backing boosts LEI adoption in global payments
"https://vimeo.com/1026408794"
LEI expands from capital markets to payments, supply chains and ESG.
6 hours ago
Convenience boosts high virtual bank adoption in Singapore, Hong Kong
"https://vimeo.com/1026408854"
Competitive rates and streamlined services drive digital banking popularity
6 hours ago
Digital wallets evolve to super-apps post-pandemic
"https://vimeo.com/1026408831"
Rising demand for super-apps boosts digital wallet growth in Asia
6 hours ago
China’s mobile wallet growth driven by infrastructure, innovation
"https://vimeo.com/1026408874"
Digital giants fuel China’s high mobile wallet adoption rate.
23 hours ago
HSBC invests $100m in MSME finance platform Funding Societies
Two annual credit facilities were also extended to Funding Societies.
1 day ago
Swift, UBS, Chainlink pilot tokenised fund settlements
The global mutual fund market is worth $63t.
1 day ago
StraitsX partners with Ant, Grab for blockchain payments
Starting September, tourists from 12 regions can use their home payment apps.
1 day ago
Mastercard Pay Local links cards to APAC wallets
It allows consumers to use their Mastercard cards at over 35 million merchants.
1 day ago
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DBS Bank Indonesia’s ‘green’ credit card targets Gen Z
The premium Visa card cuts plastic waste by 3.18g and carbon emissions by 7g per card.
Lending & Credit
CIMB tries to rise to the challenge of net zero banking
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![CIMB tries to rise to the challenge of net zero banking]()
The Malaysian lender is setting realistic decarbonisation goals.
Hong Kong hospitals, banks embrace relaxed data transfer rules
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![Hong Kong hospitals, banks embrace relaxed data transfer rules]()
Whilst not mandatory, they could simplify data exchange with cities in South China.
Retail Banking
Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance
![Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance]()
![Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance]()
Going against the norm when adapting growth strategies may be key.
Banking Technology
Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker
![Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker]()
![Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker]()
Developing tech and talent go hand-in-hand, a senior HSBC banker said.
Retail Banking
Why digital wallets must shed their ecosystem dependence
![Why digital wallets must shed their ecosystem dependence]()
![Why digital wallets must shed their ecosystem dependence]()
Experts noted the importance of forming the right strategy for sustainability and brand marketing.
Banking Technology
Philippine central bank gearing up for digital marketplace, new digital banks
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![Philippine central bank gearing up for digital marketplace, new digital banks]()
Up to four new digital banks may enter the market.
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Gov’t support keeps APAC banks stable
![]()
Each market has their own problems, such as floods and weak property demand.
1 day ago
Gov’t support keeps APAC banks stable
Each market has their own problems, such as floods and weak property demand.
1 day ago
e-CNY expansion may curb banking income: S&P Global Ratings
It could reduce expenses for companies and facilitate international payments.
2 hours ago
OCBC, Ant International team up on tokenised deposits
It aims for real-time, around-the-clock cross-border payments between Singapore and Malaysia.
2 hours ago
Standard Chartered and Wise Platform team up to enhance SC Remit
Through this partnership, users can send funds in 21 currencies.Standard Chartered has partnered with Wise Platform to enhance its SC Remit service, enabling quicker and more affordable international transfers across Asia and the Middle East.
2 hours ago
AlixPartner names Una Ge as new HK partner and managing director
She was previously a partner at Deloitte China, focusing on cross-border restructuring.
4 hours ago
Mastercard launches OTP-free online transaction
This ensures that payment credentials are not shared with third parties.
4 hours ago
Banque de France, MAS completed post-quantum cryptography trial
The technology aims to protect data from cybersecurity threats posed by quantum computing.
6 hours ago
Client demands push banks toward frictionless experiences
"https://vimeo.com/1026408742"
Compliance, client expectations, and legacy tech challenge banks' 2025 goals.
6 hours ago
Regulatory backing boosts LEI adoption in global payments
"https://vimeo.com/1026408794"
LEI expands from capital markets to payments, supply chains and ESG.
6 hours ago
Convenience boosts high virtual bank adoption in Singapore, Hong Kong
"https://vimeo.com/1026408854"
Competitive rates and streamlined services drive digital banking popularity
6 hours ago
Digital wallets evolve to super-apps post-pandemic
"https://vimeo.com/1026408831"
Rising demand for super-apps boosts digital wallet growth in Asia
6 hours ago
China’s mobile wallet growth driven by infrastructure, innovation
"https://vimeo.com/1026408874"
Digital giants fuel China’s high mobile wallet adoption rate.
23 hours ago
HSBC invests $100m in MSME finance platform Funding Societies
Two annual credit facilities were also extended to Funding Societies.
1 day ago
Swift, UBS, Chainlink pilot tokenised fund settlements
The global mutual fund market is worth $63t.
1 day ago
StraitsX partners with Ant, Grab for blockchain payments
Starting September, tourists from 12 regions can use their home payment apps.
1 day ago
Mastercard Pay Local links cards to APAC wallets
It allows consumers to use their Mastercard cards at over 35 million merchants.
1 day ago
Partner Content
Partner Content
Highlights
Highlights
Exclusives
DBS Bank Indonesia’s ‘green’ credit card targets Gen Z
The premium Visa card cuts plastic waste by 3.18g and carbon emissions by 7g per card.
Lending & Credit
CIMB tries to rise to the challenge of net zero banking
![CIMB tries to rise to the challenge of net zero banking]()
![CIMB tries to rise to the challenge of net zero banking]()
The Malaysian lender is setting realistic decarbonisation goals.
Hong Kong hospitals, banks embrace relaxed data transfer rules
![Hong Kong hospitals, banks embrace relaxed data transfer rules]()
![Hong Kong hospitals, banks embrace relaxed data transfer rules]()
Whilst not mandatory, they could simplify data exchange with cities in South China.
Retail Banking
Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance
![Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance]()
![Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance]()
Going against the norm when adapting growth strategies may be key.
Banking Technology
Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker
![Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker]()
![Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker]()
Developing tech and talent go hand-in-hand, a senior HSBC banker said.
Retail Banking
Why digital wallets must shed their ecosystem dependence
![Why digital wallets must shed their ecosystem dependence]()
![Why digital wallets must shed their ecosystem dependence]()
Experts noted the importance of forming the right strategy for sustainability and brand marketing.
Banking Technology
Philippine central bank gearing up for digital marketplace, new digital banks
![Philippine central bank gearing up for digital marketplace, new digital banks]()
![Philippine central bank gearing up for digital marketplace, new digital banks]()
Up to four new digital banks may enter the market.
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Why Philippine banks, insurers embrace hyper-personalized services
![Why Philippine banks, insurers embrace hyper-personalized services]()
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Industry experts push for the rapid progress of unified customer data as a starting point.
Industry experts push for the rapid progress of unified customer data as a starting point.
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