Olivia Tirona

Arthur D. Little sees embedded finance growth to $350b in 2024

Arthur D. Little sees embedded finance growth to $350b in 2024

Generative AI and the expansion of fintech brands into the insurance sector are predicted to propel the industry’s advancement to new heights.

Italy brings its strong suits to Singapore’s fintech expo

Italian trade executive says 9 firms at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2023 exemplify the diverse range of products and expertise Italy can bring to the table.

SB Finance highlights four key benefits collaboration can do for the Philippine financial industry

Abbie Casanova, SB Finance’s CEO, said finding the right partner can exponentially increase business fundamentals and market reach.

Regulatory caps on neobanks’ operations could stifle growth, expert warns

Despite questions arising from the recent rise of deposit caps in neobanks, incumbent banks are left unfazed.

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.

Hong Kong’s business scholars target top finance employers for work-life balance

Educators at business schools confirm that students’ career priorities have shifted.

Vietnam’s 2050 energy transition plan sparks green lending surge

The Power Development Plan 8 helps attract foreign lenders for green projects aligned with Vietnam’s 2050 clean energy goals.

SkorLife takes $4m seed funding to empower Indonesians with financial literacy

This fintech startup plans to leverage technology to lift the Indonesian market’s potential for better financing.

Asian fintechs to outpace global competitors; China posts tepid growth

S&P Global’s latest report shows Asia’s fintech growth may be gradual for 2023, but small and emerging economies will keep the region steady.

M&A not the only route to enter Asia’s financial markets: expert

Asia Pacific sellers are faring worse than their global peers post-acquisition, according to a report by PwC.

Singapore banks foster growth, boost employee well-being

Asian Banking and Finance’s new ranking of Singapore banks reflects top notchers' steady growth and adaptability to changing landscape.

SG banks strong and stable despite uncertain AT1 issuance market: experts

Banks are ramping up AT1 bond issuances after the Credit Suisse wipeout put a halt on issuances, observers said.

AT1 write-down ‘negligible’ to APAC banks, but should they still worry?

Analysts said APAC banks will suffer no direct impact from the Swiss bank but should keep an eye out on regulators.

SG fintech Volopay targets to triple revenue by June 2024

Rising above the pandemic, varying regulations, and talent pool challenges, Volopay sets an ambitious goal to expand operations.