Janine Ballesteros

Improving operational efficiency and decision making through increased use of AI and machine learning

SmartStream’s Robin Hasson and Andy Burner, together with Standard Chartered’s Vikram Gupta discussed their thoughts on the increased demand and dependability on artificial intelligence and machine learning, as well as the opportunities and threats that come with its adoption. 

OCBC Bank and SAS wage war on fraud with award-winning digital surveillance system

The proactive fraud detection system helped OCBC recover $8m worth of fraudulent transactions.

U Microfinance Bank wins top award for rural banking initiatives at the Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2021

The Pakistani bank is set to continue promoting financial inclusion in rural areas.

HSBC Amanah bags Credit Card Initiative of the Year - Malaysia at ABF Retail Banking Awards 2021

Its ESG Charity credit card feature highlights the bank’s commitment to sustainability.

Check out the winners of the ABF Corporate and Investment Banking Awards 2021

Over 40 banks and financial institutions were awarded in this year’s programme.

ABA Bank was recognised with the Domestic Retail Bank of the Year - Cambodia at ABF Retail Banking Awards 2021

Their remarkable milestones and outstanding figures led them to be at the forefront of modern finance and digital transformation.

Meeting the challenges of SME Banking during the COVID-19 pandemic

Understanding the needs of SMEs is key to a bank’s sustainability—and even success—during the current crisis.

John Dovaston joins panel of judges in this year’s Asian Banking & Finance Awards

For PwC’s Asia Pacific Financial Services leader, the lines between business, digital, and technology are blurring.

Financial institutions now moving confidently to the cloud, leveraging data lakes, AI and machine learning

SmartStream’s Peter Hainz and Amazon Web Services’ Anna Green shared their insights on the advantages of on-demand and highly scalable cloud environments for banks and other financial institutions, as well as the factors hindering its adoption in the region.

KPMG's head of financial services on executing strategies and leveraging technology in the digital economy 

Antony Ruddenklau believes that the financial services industry is at the foothills of change, and is about to undergo a significant transformation.

Liew Nam Soon joins panel of judges at Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2021

For EY's Asean Regional Managing Partner, digital transformation is not an option today, but a necessity that has been accelerated by the pandemic.

Moving forward: Deloitte’s Financial Services Leader on strengthening the financial industry during and after the pandemic

To move forward, the financial services industry should aspire to a "higher bottom line", says Kok Yong.

Strengthening business resilience through EPM

In today’s turbulent economy, the ability to make quick and sound decisions can make or break an organisation.

25-year anniversary: From startup to global FinTech company 

The Swiss software company CREALOGIX is today celebrating 25 years in business. Established as an innovative startup, CREALOGIX has now grown to be a global FinTech company but has not lost its original pioneering spirit. To mark a quarter of a century in existence, CREALOGIX is gifting itself new,  modern and sustainable office space in Zurich. 

Creating a more ESG-compliant business: Here’s what you should know

Effective ESG implementation in a company’s framework is more than just conceiving a vision and aligning it with their goals.