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HDFC Bank hires law firm to review ex-chairman’s resignation
HDFC Bank hires law firm to review ex-chairman’s resignation
Atanu Chakraborty cited “certain happenings and practices” in the bank as the reason for his resignation.
20 hours ago
Hatton National Bank enables debit cards on Google Wallet
Hatton National Bank enables debit cards on Google Wallet
Customers can now tap-to-pay using their phone or with smart watches.
20 hours ago
Techcombank secures $231.32m EIB deal to expand sustainable lending
Techcombank secures $231.32m EIB deal to expand sustainable lending
The EIB Advisory will help strengthen the bank’s climate risk management framework, amongst others.
21 hours ago
Westpac becomes banking partner of the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT
Westpac becomes banking partner of the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT
The partnership covers workplace banking benefits for RFDS’ employees.
1 day ago
Fingular unveils Shariah-first consumer lending brand in Malaysia
Fingular unveils Shariah-first consumer lending brand in Malaysia
It will provide digital financing solutions structured using Tawarruq.
1 day ago
Fiuu processed $13b in total payment value in 2025
Fiuu processed $13b in total payment value in 2025
It was the first payment acquirer in Malaysia to enable Samsung Pay Online.
1 day ago
FOMO Pay launches AI soundbox and targets AI-powered merchant portal
FOMO Pay launches AI soundbox and targets AI-powered merchant portal
FOMO Pay is developing an AI layer that will give actionable insights on transaction patterns.
1 day ago
MariBank rolls out S$1 equity fund at invite-only phase
MariBank rolls out S$1 equity fund at invite-only phase
Full public access via the MariBank app starts in April 2026, according to a press release.
2 days ago
HDFC Bank’s part-time chairman quits citing 'certain bank practices'
HDFC Bank’s part-time chairman quits citing 'certain bank practices'
The central bank and HDFC said there are no material concerns or matters in separate statements.
2 days ago
Krungsri teams up with Invesco to enhance advisory and wealth services
Krungsri teams up with Invesco to enhance advisory and wealth services
Krungsri aims to build "a multi-asset discretionary portfolio management platform."
2 days ago
BSP assures continued cash operations and public services on Fridays
BSP assures continued cash operations and public services on Fridays
Government officials have suggested a four-day work week to conserve energy.
2 days ago
Citi sets up an Infrastructure Financing & Capital Solutions Group
Citi sets up an Infrastructure Financing & Capital Solutions Group
The new group is under the Debt Capital Markets (DCM) function of Citi.
2 days ago
AI integration and job security take centre stage in finance recruitment: Hays
AI integration and job security take centre stage in finance recruitment: Hays
Job seekers also expect a 10% pay rise when switching roles.
2 days ago
Ripple joins MAS BLOOM initiative to pilot tokenized trade settlements
Ripple joins MAS BLOOM initiative to pilot tokenized trade settlements
It aims to create a model for cross-border, interoperable settlements.
2 days ago
Finance hiring gains momentum across key banking segments, report says
Finance hiring gains momentum across key banking segments, report says
Banks prioritise tech and planning roles in hiring push.
2 days ago
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Islamic lenders hit digital wall on slow rollout
Products don’t evolve quickly due to extra layers of review.
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Maybank Indonesia shifts to selective lending
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The listed bank wants to ensure growth remains disciplined and resilient.
4 days ago
Cash Management
From teller to group cash head: Tesy Mathew charts DBS’s cash evolution
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Treasurers need better cash visibility as payments accelerate.
BTN expands beyond mortgages into retail banking
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Wealth management is a key part of the shift.
Trade Finance
UOB’s Lim Lay Wah: Supplier readiness key to sustainability
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Financing alone is rarely enough.
Wholesale Banking
Citi's Isobel Nordstrom guides Asian banks through change
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Clients increasingly seek the lender’s advice on supply chains, trade, and risks.
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StanChart’s Xie Wen drives global expansion for SMEs
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Her engineering background taught her to solve problems with data and tech.
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