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Tokenization of trade assets to bridge financing gap

Tokenization of trade assets to bridge financing gap

Blockchain technology could decentralize finance operations and allow easier credit access.

BCA walks the talk on sustainable finance

The Indonesian bank considers the environment and governance in its lending decisions.

UNOBank pushes embedded finance in Philippines

The platform seeks to boost its digital banking business and expand financial services.

OCBC tries to bridge benefit gap among Singapore’s realty agents

Its latest product offers financial benefits across banking, insurance and trading. 

MariBank touts dual retail-SME focus, leverages Shopee ties to scale growth

It seeks to disprove doubters of digital banking, which has struggled to live up to the hype. 

Malaysia's bid for BRICS membership to spur banking overhaul

However, challenges abound when moving away from U.S. and SWIFT reliance.

Mergers and closures loom for China's 3,800 rural banks

About 70 rural banks have already undergone mergers since 2023.

Ecosystem, data key for banks to keep up with disruptors

Banks must become the main choice of the customer, an analyst said.

How CIMB used automation to raise staff productivity

CIMB automated 10 processes in 2023, equal to 17,000 man-hour savings. 

Let China’s small banks fail– analyst

China should follow Spain's footsteps and establish a fund pool against bankruptcies.

Data analytics key to SEA digital banks' profitability and retention

After the initial novelty and rewards, digibank users are likely to revert to their old bank.

How GoTyme kiosks transformed grocery stores into banking hubs

The digital bank onboarded two-thirds of its 3.4 million users through supermarket kiosks.

Hong Kong banks ramped up hiring but investment bankers laid off

Trade and private bankers are most in demand, although banks are cautious.

Clean energy gap presents investment opportunities for banks

Krungsri and CIMB Thai explore use of emerging tech to monitor risks better.

SG banks turn to upskilling as hiring sentiments turn ‘cautious’

Roles related to wealth advisory and anti-ML and fraud are most in demand.

Why relationship managers must embrace the hybrid approach

It’s not just about giving advice but also using the right tools.

APAC financial institutions struggle with ESG skill shortage

Organisations need the right talent to navigate regulatory and reputational risks.