Banking Technology
Bank of Thailand issues consultation paper on virtual bank licensing
Bank of Thailand issues consultation paper on virtual bank licensing
BOT is inviting comments and suggestions on the proposed framework by 12 February.
9 in 10 finance professionals say open banking is a key part of a bank’s landscape
More than half said it’s now a “must-have” for banks.
Hong Kong’s livi bank unveils new app interface, adds rewards feature
Customers can win cash rewards and enter a lucky draw to win round-trip tickets to Hokkaido.
ZA Bank kicks off sandbox trial for online business account opening service
Trial for ZA Dash will run until 30 December.
Over 75% Singaporeans ‘definitely’ want better online banking services
The majority of Singaporeans now use mobiles apps for bank services.
Cambodia’s ABA Bank launches instant card issuance kiosks
Over 191,000 cards have already been issued since launch.
Techcombank teams up with Adobe to deliver personalized banking solutions
The bank will use Adobe’s cloud platform to analyze customers’ browsing behavior.
Why a hybrid platform is the answer to banks’ digital advisory woes
Customers seek confidence and clarity from financial advisers.
ADB inks MOU with R3 to explore use of distributed ledger tech
This includes a project exploring a cross-border multi-currency securities settlement system.
Tokenised assets, stable coins central to Singapore’s crypto hub ambitions
Collaboration is key to achieving finance goals, says MAS’ Ravi Menon.
The new brand of personalisation that’s shaping Citi’s digital banking journey
Customers want options, but curate it–don’t just offer it, says Citibank’s Nilesh Kumar.
Citi launches digital proxy voting service in Australia, New Zealand
Investors can vote and receive confirmation in real-time.
How are superapps changing the digital banking landscape?
In the future, a one-stop-shop may just be the way to go for bank customers.
BNPL, digital wallets accelerates growth of e-commerce fraud: study
Global e-commerce fraud will exceed $48b in 2023, and 22% will be from Asia.
Does the future of banking lie in the metaverse?
Virtual reality may be the answer to more digitally optimized financial services that does not sacrifice personalisation.
Standard Chartered unveils digital trade portal Trade Track-It
Customers can track vessels and check sustainability compliance.
Australian banks’ cyber risk growing: S&P
Regional lenders are most vulnerable, especially to a data breach.
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