News

Digital bank platform ANZ Plus reaches 1 million customers

Over half (55%) consider it their main bank account.

BPI integrates 10 Robinsons Bank branches to branch network

These include 5 branches in Metro Manila and 1 branch each in Cebu and Zamboanga.

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.

Local, Belmoney partner to expand cross-border payments in Asia

Belomey will leverage local and alternative payment methods across 6 markets.

SCB X eye more profits from Gen 2 firms as Thai corporates cut bank loans

Its banking services loan portfolio contracted in 2024, whilst those from Gen 2 expanded.

Australia’s Westpac unveils the Social Tailored Deposit

The minimum deposit is A$1m and will be directed to socioeconomic initiatives.

CommBank accelerates AI adoption with expanded Anthropic partnership

The Australian bank will focus on personalisation and safety.

CommBank rolls out discounts to small business with Yello for Business

Customers receive discounts on various brands and exclusive pricing on Samsung products.

Malaysia’s central bank appoints new deputy governor for supervision and regulation

BNM also announced a new technical adviser and an assistant governor.

SMBC Aviation Capital receives $445m settlement for terminated Russian contracts

SMBC expects to record equity gains of affiliated companies amounting to $250m.

NAB names Andrew Auerback as group exec for B&PM

Group chief risk officer Shaun Dooley will work as acting group CFO.

ANZ clinches Aussie gov’t support for Pacific operations

ANZ will invest $50m in its Pacific systems and enhance its digital bank offering.

Airwallex merchants can now accept Discover, Diners Club cards

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

Citi names new co-heads for capital markets and advisory in ANZ

The appointments coincide with the retirement of Tony Osmond.

Standard Chartered unveils savings account for clients 55+ and above

It offers a 3% interest rate, and up to $50,000 protection from digital theft.