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Fintech venture investments in Asia to hit $548b in 2028
Fintech venture investments in Asia to hit $548b in 2028
In 2023, Asian fintechs have clinched $369b in investments.
APAC banks face potential impact from falling property prices
China’s declining property sales and home prices signal weakened confidence.
Financial firms to raise gen AI spending as they seek growth benefits
Despite hype, gen AI spending is low in 2023, at around $400,000 at its highest.
Tokenisation of financial assets growing, but still in early stages
It enables a more transparent and standardised lending life cycle, says analysts.
HSBC launches digital investment platform WorldTrader
It is powered by Interactive Brokers.
Navigating the Future of Payments in Southeast Asia: An Industry Conversation with Cognizant
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry leaders, discuss, and navigate the ever-evolving payments landscape.
St. James’s Place unveil Lumina portfolios
Over 9,000 ETFs and funds were reportedly screened in the selection process.
The New Norm of Private Debts in Asia
Asia's private credit industry has the potential to become an appealing market for investors seeking high returns.
APAC emerging markets buck global remittance decline
China, India, and the Philippines remain “bright spots” for remittance activity, says Visa.
APAC banks grapple with rising commercial real estate risks
Office vacancies have jumped and CRE prices have dropped.
Citi appoints new sales head for key Asian markets
She previously worked at Bank of America and JPMorgan.
Natixis CIB appoints new APAC equity derivatives head
Arnaud Davoust will report to Eric Elbaz.
HSBC unveils new face for trade services with Global Trade Solutions
The bank outlined plans to give a safer, smoother digital trade experience.
Visa launches Subscription Manager service
It enables cardholders to view and stop recurring payments as needed.
High-net-worth market hits 4.8% in 2023
Thanks to an improving equity market and better macroeconomic environment.
Alipay+ enables QR payments in Mongolia for 12 foreign e-wallets
The e-wallets are from SEA, East Asia, and Italy.
CIMB appoints new CEO
Novan Amirudin will overtake Dato’ Abdul Rahman Ahmad next month.
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Why APAC is building home-currency stablecoins
Why Southeast Asian wealth managers must design the business before buying the technology
Why trust in Asian banking increasingly gets built off the record
Hong Kong cleared stablecoins for take-off. Getting them to work across Asia is the hard part
The financing challenge behind Asia’s wealth transfer