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Tempered adoption of AI tools may spell greater leap for fintech firms

Expert underscores generative AI’s strength in streamlining front-of-office work, but banks on human expertise for in-depth development.

Tempered adoption of AI tools may spell greater leap for fintech firms

Expert underscores generative AI’s strength in streamlining front-of-office work, but banks on human expertise for in-depth development.

Financial fitness is a major factor when it comes to the quality of life: Study

Developed markets scored lower than those in emerging markets. 

Striking the Balance: Risk Management and Profitability in Banking 

Industry experts convened to explore the intricate relationship between banks, risk, resilience, and technology in emerging markets.

HSBC earmarks $1b to support climate tech start-ups

They hope to fund start-ups offering a range of climate tech solutions.

APAC leads globally in terms of cashless transactions – Survey

Evolving risks like geopolitics and cybersecurity are a call for better cash management services.

Citi TTS pilots token services for cash management, trade finance

Citi will integrate tokenised deposits and smart contracts in its global network.

Standard Chartered launches sustainable trade loan

The loan will be available for select eligible activities, such as installation of wind turbines.

EDI – The Key Solution for Your Supply Chain

Nowadays, organizations must handle the flow of goods and services from suppliers to customers efficiently in order to remain competitive. This includes operations such as inventory management, order processing and shipping.

Citi Securities Services joins DLT-powered fractional bond exchange

Citi will provide settlement and custody services in the back end.

HSBC names Lok Yim as regional head of APAC global private banking

Yim joins from Deutsche Bank, where he was CEO of its Hong Kong business.

Mashreq Gold earns Wealth Management Platform of the Year award for Digitisation Initiative

By integrating advanced technology with personalised service, the firm’s all-in-one digital platform offers affluent clients a comprehensive suite of wealth management tools. 

Citi makes new appointments in APAC treasury and trade business

Sumanta Panigrahi is the new APAC TWCS head, whilst Thus De Silva is the new APAC head of commercial cards.

Banks must rethink offerings and unlock new value amidst shifting macro forces, says Deloitte's Ho Kok Yong

Rising geopolitical risks, reduced global integration, and fragmented payment systems are driving a shift toward a new global economy.

Explore the future of financial services with SAP & SAP Fioneer

Join the event to discover how industry leaders are redefining technology-driven strategies, unlocking new potential, and addressing challenges head-on.

Citi to ramp up social finance in Asia

A special team of 20 bankers was developed for this initiative.

Standard Chartered sells aviation leasing finance business for $700m

AviLease will also fund the repayment of US$2.9b of net intra-group financing.

Check out how APAC family offices moved their investments in Q2

There was “moderate” client interest in longer-dated US Treasuries and perpetual bonds.