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SMBC data breach exposes 227,216 customer email addresses
SMBC data breach exposes 227,216 customer email addresses
Unauthorised access originated from Arara Inc.'s messaging service.
18 hours ago
Philippines urges central banks to assess AI risks to stability
Philippines urges central banks to assess AI risks to stability
Governor Eli Remolona said monetary authorities must consider a wider range of economic scenarios.
18 hours ago
OCBC pulls record $6b net profit in 9M despite 8% quarterly dip
OCBC pulls record $6b net profit in 9M despite 8% quarterly dip
It posted a $2b net profit inQ3, up 3% year on year.
18 hours ago
NAB profit falls 9.1% in 2026 as bad debt charges surge
NAB profit falls 9.1% in 2026 as bad debt charges surge
Operating expenses climbed 18.2% to $8.1b despite higher lending volumes.
18 hours ago
MUFG absorbs European securities arm into banking unit
MUFG absorbs European securities arm into banking unit
The Amsterdam-based operation now delivers corporate and investment banking.
18 hours ago
Hong Kong's wealth ambitions extend beyond $3.3t in assets
Hong Kong's wealth ambitions extend beyond $3.3t in assets
Mass affluent clients drive growth alongside high-net-worth individuals.
20 hours ago
Private banks must prove advisory value as fintech and AI undercut prices
Private banks must prove advisory value as fintech and AI undercut prices
Banks must recognize clients’ independence and raise advisory value.
1 day ago
BOCHK exec sees finance moving beyond the bank app
BOCHK exec sees finance moving beyond the bank app
The bank's priorities include data synchronisation and capturing wealth inflows in Hong Kong.
1 day ago
Hong Kong's 'gold hub' position hinges on ecosystem players: FSDC
Hong Kong's 'gold hub' position hinges on ecosystem players: FSDC
Geopolitical shifts could make Asia more attractive to precious metals investors and asset owners.
1 day ago
BCRemit sees banks retaining cross-border payment role
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BCRemit sees banks retaining cross-border payment role
The company reports 90% lower cross-border fees, but conventional currencies remain essential to international transactions.
1 day ago
Prudential says AI could cut insurance product development to 6 weeks
Prudential says AI could cut insurance product development to 6 weeks
Traditional actuarial processes can take 4 to 6 months.
1 day ago
ANZ fills new private banking roles via internal academy
ANZ fills new private banking roles via internal academy
ANZ plans to increase its Business & Private Bank staff by up to 50% by 2030.
1 day ago
Westpac net profit dip 1% to $4.77b in FY2026
Westpac net profit dip 1% to $4.77b in FY2026
CET1 ratio is 12.5%, above its target, but 7bp lower than in 2025.
1 day ago
Hang Seng TECH revamp opens index to smaller growth companies
Hang Seng TECH revamp opens index to smaller growth companies
The benchmark's new composition takes effect on 7 December.
1 day ago
DBS names Anthony Lim chairman as Peter Seah retires after 16 years
DBS names Anthony Lim chairman as Peter Seah retires after 16 years
Lim will assume the role on 1 January 2027.
1 day ago
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What is holding back cryptocurrency adoption in Islamic finance?
Differing views on shariah compliance are limiting adoption beyond a handful of markets.
How can banks drive stablecoin adoption among consumers?
Visa found 46% of Asia-Pacific consumers expect to use stablecoins within five years.
Can Southeast Asia's fintech startups survive the funding squeeze?
Just four funding rounds accounted for 86% of the region's $2.3b investment.
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Atome taps alternative data to reach unbanked Filipinos
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About 80% of its Philippine cardholders are using their first card product.
Cards & Payments
Banks told to stop playing Gen Z card
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Complicated reward schemes and spending conditions can erode card benefits.
Cards & Payments
Banks rethink overseas ties as payments go digital
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Bank of America sees common standards and round-the-clock liquidity as key hurdles.
Singapore opens door to foreign stablecoins under tighter rules
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Banks may need separate companies to issue stablecoins under the proposed framework.
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India draws foreign banks as China expansion remains costly
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Setting up a Chinese unit requires $149m in capital, versus $53m in India.
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Standard Chartered says smarter AI use beats cutting-edge tech
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AI-powered environmental assessments could save 5,000 staff hours annually.
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