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Which suburb in Australia leads in mortgage arrears?

Which suburb in Australia leads in mortgage arrears?

Victoria and New South Wales are the only states represented in the highest-arrears list.

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China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand banks face weaker 2026 outlook

Japan is the only banking market in APAC to hold an "improving outlook," according to Fitch Ratings.

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Banks a key entry point for Web3 adoption

Over 8 in 10 will use or will strongly consider using Web3 services if offered by a bank.

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Why SMBC launched an agentic AI startup in Singapore

Account opening may drop to two days and loan processing to five.

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DANA eyes wider ASEAN reach with cross-border payment push

It is broadening merchant acceptance both online and at physical points of sale.

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Weak household demand causes 82.9% drop in new Chinese bank loans

This was blamed on weak household loan demand, particularly short-term loans.

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Banks’ outlooks steady despite geopolitical risks and possible tariff shocks

These lenders have “satisfactorily contended” with stressful conditions over the past five years.

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Asia risks succession crisis as wealth surges ahead of planning

Younger HNW individuals (aged 30–35) tend to prioritise equities (52%) and digital assets (33%).

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AI governance, quantum threats dominate Singapore FinTech Festival Day 3

Executives say resilient digital architecture, not breakthroughs alone, will shape the next era of finance.

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Tokenisation, cyber threats top agenda at Singapore FinTech Festival Day 2

MAS unveils pilot for tokenised MAS Bills as leaders warn of rising AI-enabled cyber risks.

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Five takeaways from day 1 of the Singapore Fintech Festival

Tokenisation emerges as a key driver of future digital money systems.

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Singapore pursues digital economy ties with ASEAN and global blocs: DPM

DPM Gan also said Singapore is focusing especially on financial services to stay globally relevant.

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Banks risk losing $170b if AI adoption lags

But longer term, AI may erode bank profitability as customers turn to AI agents.

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Will AI define banking’s winners and losers?

The next five years will determine the industry’s AI adoption journey.

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More firms plan to support instant payments within next two years

Yet 13% FIs in APAC remain unsure about timelines and readiness.

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Aussie mortgage holders and renters lead in unpaid card debt: survey

Mortgage payers owe A$1,342 on average, compared to homeowners owing A$787.

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Banks’ AI adoption to shape cost and revenue advantage

An AI-gap may emerge amongst global banks depending on their adoption journeys, says S&P.

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