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Banks see sharp drop in cheque use ahead of 2027 phaseout
More people are using e-payment solutions such as PayNow and FAST.
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BEA marks 40 years in Shenzhen with new Futian flagship
BEA marks 40 years in Shenzhen with new Futian flagship
The new branch offers banking and wealth management services.
1 hour ago
UOB sees rising trade finance demand in ASEAN and Greater China
UOB sees rising trade finance demand in ASEAN and Greater China
Digital payments made up 90% of total transaction volumes in the first half.
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Singapore extends lead as regional fintech hub with 84% share
Singapore extends lead as regional fintech hub with 84% share
Regionally, fintech funding fell sharply to $1.1b (US$839m), down 39% from the same period in 2024.
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Wealth transfer needs drive demand for tax efficiency and portfolio stability: study
Wealth transfer needs drive demand for tax efficiency and portfolio stability: study
Wealthy clients also want customised intergenerational wealth strategies, the study found.
20 hours ago
Over 1 in 3 Maya credit cardholders from deposit-backed black express card
Over 1 in 3 Maya credit cardholders from deposit-backed black express card
The minimum express deposit serves as the basis for the customer’s credit limit.
20 hours ago
Indonesia’s Krom Bank renews partnership with Mambu
Indonesia’s Krom Bank renews partnership with Mambu
Krom aims to have over 20 million accounts by 2030.
20 hours ago
Five ASEAN countries to establish common standards for non-card instant payments
Five ASEAN countries to establish common standards for non-card instant payments
The accord is part of a 50-year roadmap to develop payments.
21 hours ago
HSBC, Juspay unveil acquiring platform for merchants
HSBC, Juspay unveil acquiring platform for merchants
It offers multiple payment methods through a single provider.
21 hours ago
PAOBank, OneConnect to use advanced AI to fight deepfakes
PAOBank, OneConnect to use advanced AI to fight deepfakes
The firms join Hong Kong’s fraud detection cohort.
1 day ago
DBS named Southeast Asia's most valuable brand in 2025
DBS named Southeast Asia's most valuable brand in 2025
WIth a brand value of $22.2b, it overtook Malaysia's Petronas.
1 day ago
Why digital banks are becoming mobile service providers
Why digital banks are becoming mobile service providers
A compelling neobank operator uses mobile connectivity as a cross-leveraged product.
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Global Islamic finance assets seen reaching $9.7t by 2029: LSEG
Global Islamic finance assets seen reaching $9.7t by 2029: LSEG
Malaysia remains on top of the Islamic finance development rankings.
1 day ago
Krungsri’s capital and stable profitability mitigates elevated loan risks
Krungsri’s capital and stable profitability mitigates elevated loan risks
The bank is expected to enjoy a very high probability of support from parent MUFG.
1 day ago
Siam Commercial Bank, Visa, SoftSpace launch tap-to-pay services at two Bangkok markets
Siam Commercial Bank, Visa, SoftSpace launch tap-to-pay services at two Bangkok markets
Businesses can provide the service either through a smartphone or dedicated EDC machine.
1 day ago
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Banks see sharp drop in cheque use ahead of 2027 phaseout
More people are using e-payment solutions such as PayNow and FAST.
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Philippine credit confidence stalls amidst fraud worries
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Borrowers view credit cards and personal loans as risky.
3 days ago
Wealth customers turn to private markets for higher returns
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US tech firms are helping drive interest, said digital wealth firm StashAway.
ZA Bank CEO sharpens focus on wealth, digital assets
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The digital lender plans to launch Hong Kong stock trading later this year.
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Hong Kong eases info-sharing in banks’ anti-fraud push
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The changes let banks share more information without fear of liability.
Lending & Credit
GXS Bank expands SME lending after Validus acquisition
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It’s also targeting Grab merchants and Singtel customers for financing.
BofA: Firms want cross-border payments without tech headaches
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Bilateral corridors create as many problems as they solve.
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Kwong Wah Eric Fan of Shanghai Commercial Bank highlights how the company drives fintech growth through digital transformation.
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Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards 2025 Winner: Kwong Wah Eric Fan of Shanghai Commercial Bank
Kwong Wah Eric Fan of Shanghai Commercial Bank highlights how the company drives fintech growth through digital transformation.
