The boards of many financial institutions lag in recognising technology’s critical role, risking resilience and competitiveness due to insufficient investment in future-proofing technology infrastructure.

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.

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

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

Critiqued as a necessary but flawed response to societal issues, philanthropy stands as a mediator of wealth and persistent inequality, prompting a need to maximise impact through calculated approaches

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

Surging past $1.3 trillion, the cryptocurrency marks a significant milestone, with some enthusiasts predicting a potential $56 trillion cap by 2034

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

The global use of Renminbi is influenced by geopolitics, macroeconomic conditions, infrastructure, and technology

The popularity of Bank Central Asia reflects a trend of traditional banks embracing digital innovation to meet customer preferences

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 retains its top spot in this year’s ranking, while Apple Pay climbs higher with its expanded financial services ecosystem

Deema Shaath, Head of Consumer Banking Digital Strategy at the National Bank of Kuwait (NBK), outlines the bank's innovative digitisation strategy. Shaath emphasises the integration of technology and customer-centric banking and NBK's commitment to excellent services tailored to changing consumer needs.

JPMorgan Chase, China Construction Bank, and Emirates NBD claimed leading spots in this year’s ranking, with JPMorgan Chase standing out in retail financial performance and digital customer base

Bank of the Philippine Islands is expanding its reach and deepening retail loan market impact by enhancing digital and physical networks, embracing open banking partnerships, and introducing inclusive solutions