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Electronic trading proves its strength in times of volatility

April’s volatility confirmed that electronic trading platforms are not just part of capital markets, but central to their functioning.

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Electronic trading proves its strength in times of volatility

April’s volatility confirmed that electronic trading platforms are not just part of capital markets, but central to their functioning.

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Navigating liquidity challenges for VCs in Asia Pacific

Beyond legal restructuring, technology is beginning to play a larger role in addressing liquidity challenges.

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Show, don’t tell: Asian banks need to prove simplification works – here’s how

The choice is clear: simplify or stagnate — the future of Asian banking depends on it.

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What kids without wallets can teach us about the future of finance

The next generation isn’t waiting—and neither should we.

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What is best practice when setting up an in-house bank?

The first step in setting up an in-house bank is to define its strategic purpose.

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How technology and regulation are reshaping the lending landscape

Asia's lending shifts fast: tech, AI, and regulation reshape how banks compete and lend.

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Protecting against the mobile Trojan horse in your pocket

Scammers, and the criminal organisations they work for, will always look for and take advantage of flaws in mobile banking security.

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Beyond the code: How mobile banking is weaving a new financial narrative in Asia

For too long, banks have treated their mobile apps as mere extensions of their physical branches.

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Young Malaysians, big money mistakes: What’s going wrong with Islamic financial behaviour?

Malaysia has come a long way in promoting financial inclusion. With more than 96% of adults now having access to formal financial services, up from just 46% in 2011, the country is often praised as a model in Southeast Asia.

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The Asian connection: China's path to sustainable growth

Consider the ASEAN region, a collective of ten Southeast Asian countries brimming with untapped potential.

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Why high capital levels are a double-edged sword for Singapore banks

The banking sector in Singapore has shown signs of expansion, with loan growth rising to approximately 5% in 2024.

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WealthTech vs. Banks: The battle for Asia’s $700b digital wealth opportunity

Banks, insurers, and asset managers in Asia Pacific (APAC) could soon be faced with a partial transition of new wealth flows to WealthTechs. What can they do before it is too late?

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Empowering Women in Finance: Securing a Future of Opportunity

The industry can empower women in finance in part by offering better security, says Jamie Bertasi.

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Generative AI revolution: Asian banks on the brink of a new era

Imagine a future where your bank is not just a financial institution but a sentient, adaptive entity that anticipates your every financial need before you even realise it.

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