At the opening session of The Asian Banker Summit 2025, government and industry leaders called for responsible AI use, better regulations, and digital inclusion to guide the shift from cash to digital money while building trust in finance.

Cathay United Bank (CUB) reaffirms its commitment to sustainability by promoting collaboration and practical solutions for ESG development in Vietnam.

Amid two decades of transformation in Asia Pacific finance, Piyush Gupta stands out for redefining modern banking and exemplifying the vision, excellence and leadership that TAB Global honours to inspire the next generation of industry leaders.

Amid two decades of transformation in Asia Pacific finance, Piyush Gupta stands out for redefining modern banking and exemplifying the vision, excellence and leadership that TAB Global honours to inspire the next generation of industry leaders.

UOB continues to expand and entrench its foothold in transaction banking across Asia, driven by a focus on digital integration, regional connectivity and sustainability. The bank has secured a growing number of mandates in cash management, trade finance and financial supply chain management, positioning itself as a key player in supporting businesses navigating cross-border financial complexities.

HDFC Bank, recognised as the Best Retail Bank in India at The Asian Banker International Excellence in Retail Financial Services Awards 2025, combines strong financial performance, digital innovation, operational excellence and customer focus to drive success in a dynamic market.

Digital assets and CBDCs are transforming global finance, requiring interoperability, regulation and collaboration to realise their full potential.

As artificial intelligence (AI) evolves from a knowledge retriever into a memory-driven personal assistant, banks face a fresh competitive frontier. Recent innovations, such as OpenAI’s introduction of memory features for ChatGPT, now allow AI to remember preferences, behaviours and past conversations. Consumers’ interactions with digital systems are shifting; AI is moving beyond offering information to becoming an action-oriented agent deeply embedded in financial lives.

As the founder of Open Banking Excellence, Helen Child has shaped the global conversation around data-sharing, financial inclusion and collaborative innovation. Her vision goes beyond regulation and APIs—towards a financial ecosystem built on transparency, trust and long-term public value.

Hong Leong Finance, awarded Best Automobile Financing Product in Asia Pacific at The Asian Banker Awards 2025, is recognised for its API-driven digital platform, operational excellence, EV financing leadership and strengthened dealer partnerships.

A bridge bank is a temporary financial institution established by regulators to take over and manage the operations of a failing bank until a permanent resolution is achieved. This mechanism serves as a critical tool for maintaining financial stability, protecting depositors and preventing systemic risks from spreading across the economy.

A high-level focus group discussion organised by KEIND and TAB Global in Jakarta explored how artificial intelligence can support Indonesia’s economic competitiveness, financial inclusion and national digital strategy through collaborative frameworks between government, industry and innovators.

President Xi Jinping’s Southeast Asia visit underscores growing China–ASEAN ties in trade, technology and culture, offering a model for cooperation amid global uncertainty.

Amid strong growth in Singapore, Airwallex helps local SMEs manage costs, expand into new markets and improve operational efficiency. Lucy Liu, president and co-founder at Airwallex, and Ershad Ahamed, head of Southeast Asia at Airwallex, share how the platform is evolving to meet the financial needs of businesses.

KB Kookmin Bank outlines how it is enhancing its custody and services business through client-centric improvements, operational resilience and continuous service innovation, supporting the growing demands of global and domestic institutional investors in South Korea.