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MAS backs Singapore's finance edge as global risks deepen
MAS backs Singapore's finance edge as global risks deepen
MAS’ new circular aims to reduce private bank account opening to just one month.
13 hours ago
Japan Post Bank net income surges 26.8% to $3.31b on interest and fee gains
Japan Post Bank net income surges 26.8% to $3.31b on interest and fee gains
Net interest income and net fees and commission rose in FY2026/3.
15 hours ago
APAC finance firms pummeled by 52% of global cyberattacks in 2025
APAC finance firms pummeled by 52% of global cyberattacks in 2025
Banks accounted for 44% of all attacks and got 92% of lower-level attacks.
15 hours ago
Krungsri targets $10.78b in sustainable finance as ESG anchors 2026 strategy
Krungsri targets $10.78b in sustainable finance as ESG anchors 2026 strategy
Krungsri seeks to expand client opportunities through collaboration with MUFG.
15 hours ago
BSP approves releasable capital buffer to keep lending in downturns
BSP approves releasable capital buffer to keep lending in downturns
The PN-CCyB designates 1.5% of banks’ CET1 as a releasable buffer.
3 days ago
Citi streamlines ETF orders for APAC clients as regional assets hit $1.81t
Citi streamlines ETF orders for APAC clients as regional assets hit $1.81t
Direct integration heightens efficiency as clients no longer need to reconcile on multiple and separate platforms.
3 days ago
HSBC Private Bank names Edward Chiu as onshore Taiwan market head
HSBC Private Bank names Edward Chiu as onshore Taiwan market head
Chiu has led the Premier Elite business of HSBC Taiwan since 2024.
3 days ago
BNPL market to hit $1.6t by 2034 on e-commerce and smartphone surge
BNPL market to hit $1.6t by 2034 on e-commerce and smartphone surge
The interest-free BNPL segment is expected to hit a CAGR of 23% through 2034.
4 days ago
Hyundai Card debuts Apple Pay debit card
Hyundai Card debuts Apple Pay debit card
It enables users to pay by tapping their iPhone or Apple Watch.
4 days ago
SMBC and Toshiba build quantum-driven Japan and US equity indices
SMBC and Toshiba build quantum-driven Japan and US equity indices
Stocks will be chosen and weighted using Toshiba’s quantum computer.
4 days ago
Westpac lends A$1b to 2,100 women entrepreneurs over 3 years
Westpac lends A$1b to 2,100 women entrepreneurs over 3 years
Women-led businesses are starting and scaling up across Australia, said Westpac’s Paul Fowler.
4 days ago
CommBank names UNSW’s Mary-Anne Williams as chief AI strategist
CommBank names UNSW’s Mary-Anne Williams as chief AI strategist
Wiliams will lead CommBank’s team of AI scientists.
4 days ago
NAB refreshes app and internet banking
NAB refreshes app and internet banking
Around 98% of banking interactions in NAB are digital.
4 days ago
Grab takes control of Indonesia’s Superbank via GXS transfer
Grab takes control of Indonesia’s Superbank via GXS transfer
The transfer will increase the group’s stake in the bank to over 50%.
4 days ago
Mizuho Bank to become major shareholder of Rakuten Bank
Mizuho Bank to become major shareholder of Rakuten Bank
Rakuten Bank may acquire corporate loans originated by Mizuho Bank, amongst others.
5 days ago
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Australia rate hikes may slow lending at major banks
Refinancing activity could rise as borrowers search for cheaper mortgages.
5 days ago
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Wealth clients shift focus from returns to retirement security
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Advisers face pressure to deliver faster service and broader financial planning.
6 days ago
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Standard Chartered and A*STAR lab to boost wealth, battle fraud.
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The $11.7m tie-up with A*STAR brings together 10 A*STAR researchers to explore wealth support and fraud control.
Financial Technology
HitPay eyes bigger share of traveller payments via QR
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Borderless QR lets tourists pay in home wallets with local settlement.
Cards & Payments
Banks lag tech firms in driving credit card use
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Delayed rewards and weak reminders leave cardholders disengaged.
HSBC unveils biggest wealth centre in Singapore
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Wood, stone, and textured fabrics with layered lighting create a private space.
Cards & Payments
SWIFT payment framework targets clearer fees and faster tracing
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More than 50 banks back changes that rely on existing systems.
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It is wading downstream from mortgages to lend to developers, hardware stores, and the likes.
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