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Improving operational efficiency and decision making through increased use of AI and machine learning

Improving operational efficiency and decision making through increased use of AI and machine learning

SmartStream’s Robin Hasson and Andy Burner, together with Standard Chartered’s Vikram Gupta discussed their thoughts on the increased demand and dependability on artificial intelligence and machine learning, as well as the opportunities and threats that come with its adoption. 

OCBC Bank and SAS wage war on fraud with award-winning digital surveillance system

The proactive fraud detection system helped OCBC recover $8m worth of fraudulent transactions.

U Microfinance Bank wins top award for rural banking initiatives at the Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2021

The Pakistani bank is set to continue promoting financial inclusion in rural areas.

HSBC Amanah bags Credit Card Initiative of the Year - Malaysia at ABF Retail Banking Awards 2021

Its ESG Charity credit card feature highlights the bank’s commitment to sustainability.

How financial firms can take climate action beyond CSR campaigns

SAP tells Asian Banking and Finance how to manage climate risks in the financial industry.

Check out the winners of the ABF Corporate and Investment Banking Awards 2021

Over 40 banks and financial institutions were awarded in this year’s programme.

ABA Bank was recognised with the Domestic Retail Bank of the Year - Cambodia at ABF Retail Banking Awards 2021

Their remarkable milestones and outstanding figures led them to be at the forefront of modern finance and digital transformation.

John Dovaston joins panel of judges in this year’s Asian Banking & Finance Awards

For PwC’s Asia Pacific Financial Services leader, the lines between business, digital, and technology are blurring.

Financial institutions now moving confidently to the cloud, leveraging data lakes, AI and machine learning

SmartStream’s Peter Hainz and Amazon Web Services’ Anna Green shared their insights on the advantages of on-demand and highly scalable cloud environments for banks and other financial institutions, as well as the factors hindering its adoption in the region.

KPMG's head of financial services on executing strategies and leveraging technology in the digital economy 

Antony Ruddenklau believes that the financial services industry is at the foothills of change, and is about to undergo a significant transformation.

Liew Nam Soon joins panel of judges at Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2021

For EY's Asean Regional Managing Partner, digital transformation is not an option today, but a necessity that has been accelerated by the pandemic.

Moving forward: Deloitte’s Financial Services Leader on strengthening the financial industry during and after the pandemic

To move forward, the financial services industry should aspire to a "higher bottom line", says Kok Yong.

This Asian Banking and Finance podcast discusses the challenges and best practices when it comes to managing corporate actions automation

SmartStream’s Neil Sheppard and Alan Jones shared their insights about the changes they have seen in operations control both before and after the pandemic.