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MAS launches digital platform to fight money laundering and terrorism financing

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:20:00 +0000
Singapore’s central bank has launched a platform that allows financial institutions to exchange customer information and flag suspicious activities leading to potential financial crimes

AEON Bank launches Malaysia’s first Shariah-compliant digital platform for underserved, tech-savvy customers

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:20:00 +0000
Raja Teh Maimunah, CEO of AEON Bank, provides insights into Malaysia's first Shariah-compliant digital bank, which is poised to transform banking. With an emphasis on Generation Z, Alpha consumers, and SMEs, AEON combines history and innovation to provide comprehensive financial services.

Is China’s economy on a solid upward trend?

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:36:00 +0000
China’s economy grew faster than expected at the start of the year but it remains to be seen if it signals a solid recovery trend as the crisis-hit property sector bears down on growth

Malaysian banks tackle barriers to agility and innovation

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:15:00 +0000
Banking leaders convened at a roundtable in Kuala Lumpur recently, with panellists pointing to agility and innovation as transformational drivers, emphasising the need to modernise technology and overcome cultural barriers to remain competitive in this dynamic sector

Bitcoin’s $1.3 trillion market cap reflects heightened interest despite regulatory scrutiny

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 08:59:00 +0000
Surging past $1.3 trillion, the cryptocurrency marks a significant milestone, with some enthusiasts predicting a potential $56 trillion cap by 2034

Emirates NBD, Raiffeisen and Al Rajhi most profitable banks in the world

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 04:50:00 +0000
The world’s top 10 most profitable banks with assets over $100 billion include four from the Middle East, three from Asia, two from the Americas, and one from Europe

Digital currency boosts Renminbi’s global role in transactions

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:24:00 +0000
The global use of Renminbi is influenced by geopolitics, macroeconomic conditions, infrastructure, and technology

BCA, Most Recommended Retail Bank in Asia for the third time

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:33:00 +0000
The popularity of Bank Central Asia reflects a trend of traditional banks embracing digital innovation to meet customer preferences

Nubank reaches profitability with $1 billion net income in 2023

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:09:00 +0000
Nubank has reported its first full-year profitability since its launch in 2014. Nearing 100 million customers, the bank has set new benchmarks in revenue

Alipay remains the world’s best financial platform

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:45:00 +0000
Alipay retains its top spot in this year’s ranking, while Apple Pay climbs higher with its expanded financial services ecosystem