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MUFG Bank sets up structured trade solutions subsidiary in Singapore
MUFG Bank sets up structured trade solutions subsidiary in Singapore
It is wholly owned by the Japanese megabank’s consolidated subsidiary.
Ant International and Google to soon enable AI checkout in chat
The UCP establishes a common language for agents and systems to operate together.
Bank of Singapore grows DPM assets 20% in 2025
China, Hong Kong, Malaysia clients drove the DPM growth.
Singapore banking sector adapts to AI, digitalisation in 2026
AI adoption, talent demand, and digital skills shape banking 2026.
Singapore keeps retail out of crypto for now
The central bank is unlikely to change its stance in the next two to three years.
Singapore big three banks to sustain strong dividends in 2026: report
Wealth management inflows and activities are expected to be robust.
Payment Options secures in-principle approval for MPI licence in Singapore
It aims to offer payment capabilities to SMEs.
DBS sees tokenised finance as future
Regulatory uncertainty is the biggest barrier.
MAS expands Ripple’s scope of payment activities in Singapore
Ripple uses digital payment tokens to offer end-to-end payment solutions.
MAS cracks down on influencers promoting financial products
Seemingly educational content or advice can cross into regulated territory.
Singapore and Japan renew bilateral swap arrangement
They can exchange local currencies of up to S$15b or JPY1.1t.
OCBC to enable scan and pay on all China merchant QRs by Q1 2026
By then, OCBC app users can pay via Alipay, Weixin Pay, and UnionPay.
CIMB's new card gives 114-day interest-free drawdowns to small businesses
It offers 114 days interest-free period for working capital loans.
CIMB SG and ESGpedia have helped 100+ SMEs set GHG reduction targets
The bank offers a fully digital experience to calculate GHGs.
Trust Singapore unveils Visa instalment option for credit card holders
The minimum eligible transaction is S$100 or as offered by an eligible merchant.
OCBC rolls out in-app calls for retail customers
In-app calls will not incur International Direct Dialling (IDD) charges.
HSBC names Ruby Ho as head of markets and securities services, ASEAN
She will lead the MSS business in Singapore and the whole region.
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