Frances Gagua
MUFG issues apology after authorities recommend administrative action
MUFG issues apology after authorities recommend administrative action
Its two companies were accused of inappropriately sharing data between them.
Japan’s SMBC and Asuene to offer decarbonisation management solutions
SMBC and Asuene floated plans to expand globally.
Kenanga Investment Bank names ex-Citi banker as iindependent non-exec director
Angeline Ong Su Ming spent two decades working in Citigroup.
DBS Hong Kong names Ed Lam as board member
Lam is the CEO of LFX Limited.
ZA Bank’s Devon Sin on why Web3 is key to HK’s growth
The bank has expanded services to cater to stablecoin issuers and Web3 companies.
OCBC Digital Silvers Programme targets 10,000 “digitally shy” elderly
The bank kicked off the programme in 2024 with a carnival-style event at Bishan Community Club.
DBS named as SEA’s most profitable bank
DBS ranked as the 10th largest company in terms of revenue in Fortune’s SEA 500 list.
Rapid loan growth weighs on Bank of Suzhou’s capital ratios
The bank is expected to maintain good asset quality over the same period.
OCBC’s final offer for Great Eastern squeeze out at S$25.6 per share
Closing date has been extended to 12 July.
Citi Commercial Bank targets mid-sized corporates in Japan
This follows CCB’s expansion in France and Ireland in 2023.
HSBC unveils new face for trade services with Global Trade Solutions
The bank outlined plans to give a safer, smoother digital trade experience.
Alipay+ and GHL enable cross-border payments in the Philippines
Mobile wallets include AlipayHK, KakaoPay, Touch ‘n Go, and Alipay.
Visa launches Subscription Manager service
It enables cardholders to view and stop recurring payments as needed.
Three Indian banks’ profitability to improve
However, their rising share of risky loans will weigh on asset quality.
JCB and Mandai Wildlife Group offer 50% discount to cardholders
The ticket covers three parks, including Singapore Zoo.
Alipay+ enables QR payments in Mongolia for 12 foreign e-wallets
The e-wallets are from SEA, East Asia, and Italy.
Maybank SG offers boost to charities with special rates, network opportunities
Charities in the city may also avail of an interest-free grant of up to SG$150,000 (US$111,000)
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