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Citi processes live Swift blockchain transactions with OCBC and FAB
Citi processes live Swift blockchain transactions with OCBC and FAB
Citi expects to conduct similar transactions with DBS and UOB later in September.
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ANZ invests $21.5m for branch refurbishments across Australia
ANZ invests $21.5m for branch refurbishments across Australia
It has completed four refurbishments and opened a new specialised business centre.
4 hours ago
MocaMoca gets SEC confirmation to operate as Philippine lender
MocaMoca gets SEC confirmation to operate as Philippine lender
The SEC reportedly introduced a stricter compliance framework in 2026.
4 hours ago
Alipay+ and PPMI link up to accept international wallets on QR Ph
Alipay+ and PPMI link up to accept international wallets on QR Ph
Alipay+ is now connected to over 10 national QR schemes.
4 hours ago
KBZ Bank and TrueMoney link up to enable direct transfer services
KBZ Bank and TrueMoney link up to enable direct transfer services
It is expected to benefit Myanmar migrant workers in Thailand.
1 day ago
Singapore proposes new stablecoin rules
Singapore proposes new stablecoin rules
Changes cover foreign token recognition, interest bans, and stress testing.
1 day ago
UnionBank to inject up to $15.96m into subsidiary City Savings Bank
UnionBank to inject up to $15.96m into subsidiary City Savings Bank
The infusion is subject to regulatory approvals.
1 day ago
RCBC appoints Cathay risk veteran Hua-Sheng Yang as director
RCBC appoints Cathay risk veteran Hua-Sheng Yang as director
Yang will join RCBC’s related party transactions committee.
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CashnGo fined $2.5m for secret account monitoring and unfair contract terms
CashnGo fined $2.5m for secret account monitoring and unfair contract terms
CashnGo admitted to 658,000 contraventions during debt collection.
1 day ago
BSP offers rural banks free 3-year cloud banking system subscription
BSP offers rural banks free 3-year cloud banking system subscription
It is expected to help rural banks streamline operations and strengthen cybersecurity.
1 day ago
BEA and Anchorpoint Financial explore HKD stablecoin payments
BEA and Anchorpoint Financial explore HKD stablecoin payments
They will test commercial applications for regulated tokenised money in Hong Kong.
1 day ago
MUFG joins 21 banks globally to form stablecoin company
MUFG joins 21 banks globally to form stablecoin company
It will initially focus on a USD-denominated stablecoin offering.
1 day ago
Philippine banks trade transfer fees for customer loyalty
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Philippine banks trade transfer fees for customer loyalty
Lower transfer costs could accelerate digital payments, but banks must turn higher usage into deposits, lending, and broader product adoption.
1 day ago
Citi boosts North Asia & Japan corporate desk headcount by 25%
Citi boosts North Asia & Japan corporate desk headcount by 25%
It is also expanding its dedicated China desk network to Brazil and Europe.
1 day ago
Banks rethink legacy IT costs to fund AI
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Banks rethink legacy IT costs to fund AI
Banks are rethinking legacy technology spending and vendor strategies to free capital for AI whilst keeping operations resilient.
2 days ago
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Japan banks turn to stablecoins to retain deposits
Megabanks plan joint digital-currency transactions by March 2027.
3 days ago
UOB Hong Kong ties services to win cross-border business
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The bank is gearing up for stronger private banking growth by 2030.
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AI raises bank fraud risks as Australia faces control gaps
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AUSTRAC has found potentially hundreds of millions of dollars in fraudulent loans.
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Robot takes over safe deposit access at Shanghai Commercial Bank
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It serves more than 1,600 boxes at Kennedy Town branch.
DBS Indonesia launches SGD portfolio service for wealthy clients
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Mandiri Investasi will manage funds across bonds, equities, and gold.
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OCBC Hong Kong builds executive coaching pool for staff
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The bank targets 100 certified coaches across the group by end-2027.
CIMB simplifies first-car financing
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The programme includes road tax, total vehicle loss protection, and Takaful.
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