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7 in 10 consumers use ‘financial gymnastics’ to maximise rewards

Credit cards remain to be the top choice, with 47% saying that this drives their usage decisions. 

7 in 10 consumers use ‘financial gymnastics’ to maximise rewards

Credit cards remain to be the top choice, with 47% saying that this drives their usage decisions. 

Breaking barriers: Building the future of cross border payments in Southeast Asia

Global value of cross-border payments is expected to reach $250t by 2027.

More digital banks make a profit, but still face higher credit risks

As they grow, they shouldn’t rely on their parent companies to back them up.

AI Governance: Navigating the Balance Between Innovation and Ethics

As AI becomes prevalent in various spheres of business, the need for governance around it becomes critical.

3 in 5 use real-time cross-border payments to send money to family and friends

This is higher than those who use it to pay for goods and services.

ING disbursed $35.37b in sustainable finance in Q2

EMEA represents a bulk of ING's sustainable finance activities.

DBS inks MOU with China trade promotion council to boost Asia trade, investment

DBS’ foreign direct investment unit will work with Chinese enterprises.

APAC investment banking fees hit lowest nine-month period in 7 years

ECM underwriting fees hit lowest figure in over a decade.

How commercial cards can redefine B2B payments

Over 8 in 10 bank execs believe that virtual cards improve organizational processes.

Cyber scams prompt behaviour change in 61% of users

Chubb says insurance can play a key role in digital payments.

Why do CFOs struggle with sustainability reporting requirements?

The study said 60% are unsure about the resources required to meet new reporting obligations.

Citi partners with Apollo to form $25b private credit

The program will launch in North America; may expand to other markets in the future.

MUFG Bank fined $1.75m for info management lapses

Sister firm MUMSS was separately fined $1.4m.

8 in 10 payment leaders eye tech overhaul, seek to reduce fraud

Leaders from Singapore and Australia name reducing fraud as a key objective.

Visa, dtcpay launch card enabling digital currency conversion

The card will be available for public registration in Q4 2024.

Citi Trust to be acquired by JTC

Citi Trust handles $70b of assets owned by UHNW clients.