Banking Technology
Aussie banks launch digital locks versus online fraud
Aussie banks launch digital locks versus online fraud
Cybercriminals now use AI and deepfakes to scam people.
Bangkok Bank connects with China’s fund transfer network
This is expected to reduce transaction times and costs for export-import businesses.
ANZ Bank set to unveil password-less web banking in mid-2025
Authentication will be done through biometrics or log-in request app approval.
APAC banks slow to update decision rules: survey
Just 27% of banks report frequent use of simulation tools.
Gen Z needs to get the right info in a snap
AI can help financial institutions’ marketing teams get the job done.
UOB inks MOU with Accenture for AI adoption and application
UOB will also upskill its employees.
Financial services, insurance lose $2.2m per hour from outages: study
The value they lose is 16% higher than the average across all industries.
Open banking users to rise threefold through 2029
It is estimated that there are 183 million open banking users in 2025.
BSP ‘closely coordinating’ with CIMB to resolve unauthorized fund transfers
The BSP said that it will continue to monitor the issue until it is fully resolved.
Dah Sing Bank warns against seven fraudulent websites
Customers are reminded to check the URL and look for a secure padlock icon.
Banks should refine AI safeguards on rising complexity and exposure: McKinsey
Having just one committee to oversee all gen AI applications is not a good fit.
Boost Bank targets micro SMEs amidst regulatory, inclusion pressure
The digital bank builds on ecosystem strengths to serve high-risk businesses.
BofA’s AI virtual assistant Erica halves IT service desk calls
It plans to incorporate gen AI in Erica for coding assistance and report synthesis.
India’s Axis Bank unveils in-app mobile OTP feature
Instead of text messages, clients can get their OTPs via their app.
1 in 3 Indonesians blame banks for scam losses: study
Indonesians generally do not expect refunds but do expect protection, FICO found.
Security Bank enhances eKYC process in digital app
It has included enhanced fraud detection capabilities, including deepfake prevention.
CommBank establishes tech hub in Seattle
The first cohort focuses on learning to fast track adoption of agentic AI and gen AI solutions.