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Rapid smartphone adoption fuels China’s online retail market boom
Total transaction volume in China's mobile shopping market is projected to reach $36.84b, a 140-fold increase from 2010.
Financial institutions need to take extra caution as digital crimes show tremendous spike
With two Middle Eastern banks hit for $45m in a recent heist, banks will be well-advised to double security efforts to stay one step ahead of persistent cyber crooks.
Social media initiatives futile without contributing to enterprise value
Big Data and social media are among the top technology trends in banking today but can banks create value out of it?
Should Chinese banks comply with Basel III standards?
William Isaac, former chairman of FDIC, believes that it is more important that banks develop sound decision-making processes, rather than comply with Basel III rules.
DBS named best managed bank in Singapore and Asia Pacific
The bank achieved 12 quarters of consistently strong performances since 2010, while CEO Piyush Gupta managed to achieve the main goals outlined in his nine-point strategic roadmap.
Virtual currencies pose attractive alternative to physical money
Bitcoin experienced a spectacular surge in value following Cyprus’ botched bailout attempt. Is the virtual currency a mere bubble waiting to explode, or the future of cash?
CBRC issues new wealth management rules to ensure enhanced systemic stability
Launch of CRBC’s fresh regulations to address transparency and accountability of banks’ retail assets as well as a growing shadow banking industry.
Mid-sized Chinese banks drive cash management capabilities through SME focus
While ICBC remains the frontrunner in China’s cash management business, BOCOM and CMB have also achieved impressive YoY growth figures.



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