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As commercial property prices decline due to a pandemic-induced decrease in office space demand, US banks are boosting provisions for…
The global market outlook for 2024 anticipates a rate cut, with diverging regional performances, broadened participation in the US…
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In late January, troubled real estate giant Evergrande was liquidated, unable to reach agreements with creditors over its staggering…
Silicon Valley Bank’s 2023 collapse continues to raise concerns in the echo chambers of the banking sector over slack lending practices…
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The banking industry is using AI and data strategies to meet customer preferences, focusing on digital culture, secure operations,…
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The global banking industry faces a unique confluence of challenges and opportunities, shaped by evolving economic landscapes, technological…
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Banks aim to integrate blockchain into mainstream finance for digital assets, emphasising institutional-grade standards, interoperability,…
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Wee, the respected honorary adviser of renowned Asian institution, United Overseas Bank, passed away at age 95 after a remarkable life…
In this article, we look at cross-border divorce challenges, focusing on Singapore’s unique approach to ancillary matters post-foreign…
Dwaipayan Sadhu, CEO of Trust Bank, explains the company's plans to become Singapore's fourth largest digital retail bank. Backed by…
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Aimed at elevating Singapore to the status of the leading sustainable finance hub in the world, SSFA will be co-chaired by HSBC’s Wong…
Toss Bank, led by CEO Hong Min-taek, shakes up South Korea's digital banking scene with innovation, daily interest payouts, and efficiency,…
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Rising borrowing costs, reduced demand, and stringent credit barriers have dampened growth prospects, and these factors are unlikely…
Sunny Quek, head of global consumer financial services, and Serene Koh, head of group digital business and digital transformation,…
The complexities of a transnational divorce in Singapore cannot be understated, especially when child custody, relocation, and financial…
Charles Wong, CEO of GXS Bank, leads the charge in Singapore's digital banking landscape, targeting underserved segments with innovative…
Daniel Yun, CEO of KakaoBank, discussed the bank's growth as it acquired the first million users in just five days of operations, driven…
Agustín Carstens, general manager of the Bank for International Settlements, outlined global progress in reducing inflation in his…
The bank’s CEO Effendy Shahul Hamid outlined its strategy for ASEAN leadership, emphasising local market focus and practical, value-centric…
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The island’s strong reputation for financial integrity is under scrutiny due to recent money laundering cases, highlighting the need…
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The bank achieved profitability in less than five years, with co-founder and CEO Coen Jonker highlighting the company’s success in…
Comparing divorce costs and spousal maintenance in Singapore and the UK, where expenses in one high-profile case rose to over $11.5…
Jeffrey Ng, Managing Director of Group Community Banking at RHB, shares the bank's strategic focus on integrating digital solutions…
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Banks in Asia Pacific invested an estimated $63 billion towards technology in 2022. The annual spending on technology is expected to…