ABF IA Summit

Stay updated on the happenings at the Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summits 2025.

Simon-Kucher expert says Asia’s banks overspend with blanket deposit pricing

Most institutions simply follow central bank moves, offering the same rates to broad customers.

How can banks use AI and digital rails to cut trade finance inefficiencies?

It can reduce compliance burdens, but only if they are designed to be simple, trusted, and interoperable. 

Why banks still don’t start with your name

An ABF Summit keynote challenged how banks begin customer interactions.

How Citi Wealth uses AI for insights to support, not replace advisors

Research shows that 70% of wealth managers believe AI enhances.

DBS expands FX and commodities products as clients seek higher returns

DBS' 300,000 wealth clients are increasingly embracing FX and precious metals, said Rohit Meena.

Why banks see AI as a shift from product selling to service

There has been a notable 80% reduction in contact centre handling times.