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Financial crime threats to rise in 2025, Kroll report warns

One of the primary drivers is the rapid advancement of AI.
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HSBC’s Yvonne Yiu says the future of payments is instant

She credits her propensity to ask questions for becoming one of HSBC’s top leaders.

StanChart champions ISO 20022 XML for seamless cash reconciliation

It reduces the need for banks to manually intervene in the process, the bank said.

Fintech investments slated for revival on more digital asset deals

Deal value for crypto, blockchain, and digital assets hit just shy of $1b in 2024.

Airwallex merchants can now accept Discover, Diners Club cards

Merchants in Australia, Europe, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UK can accept these cards.

Financial advice enquiries skyrocket in Trump’s first 50 days

Investors now seek protection strategies for their portfolios.

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?

Digital wealth advisory Endowus introduces OTP verification

There’s also a Whatsapp OTP verification for customers logging in overseas.

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.

Crédit Agricole CIB names new APAC head of int’l trade & transaction banking

Christophe Crétot is most recently head of corporate & leverage finance APAC.

Role of modern CIOs: Driving innovation and growth through strategic IT investments

From merely managing costs to driving measurable outcomes, CIOs play a pivotal role in transforming IT to foster innovation and business growth.

Japan, India renew bilateral swap agreement

The size of the BSA remains unchanged at $75b.

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. 

Banks should use the right AI for the job

The proper solutions improve operations at a cost-effective price.