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Siam Commercial Bank’s Mae Manee App to undergo maintenance

It will be unavailable for a few hours each on October 11-12, 2024.

Siam Commercial Bank’s Mae Manee App to undergo maintenance

It will be unavailable for a few hours each on October 11-12, 2024.

India and Maldives ink currency swap agreement

The agreement is valid until June 2027.

Japan’s SMFG completes transfer of securities business to UK subsidiary

SMBC Nikko Capital Markets will be closing down its Abu Dhabi branch.

HK central bank, banking assoc express support for banking integrity charter

The HKMA and HKAB co-hosted the launching ceremony with ICAC.

Experts on future-proofing PH banks, revolutionizing insurance

Going against the norm when adapting growth strategies may be key.

EnterpriseSG and CEB to boost financing for Singapore firms' overseas expansion

The initiative will support EnterpriseSG's enterprise financing scheme.

Banks expand AI adoption amidst governance challenges

AI adoption in banking is increasing, but leaders emphasise careful deployment.

Digital wealth platform Arta Finance launches in Singapore

Arta said that 1.6 million non-SG investors will have $4.8t in assets in the city by 2028.

How GCash’s credit and insurance tools unlock Philippines' inclusion barriers

Bank access increased to 65%, whilst insurance penetration improved to 1.71%.

Bank on people, not just tech— HSBC banker

Developing tech and talent go hand-in-hand, a senior HSBC banker said.

Is BSP’s cyber resilience plan the key to protecting finance in 2025?

The central bank plans to mainstream cybersecurity in schools to close the skills gap.

BSP enforces tailored cyber resilience rules for smaller institutions

The framework ensures flexibility and proportionality in cybersecurity requirements.

Kiosks, hybrid approach key to financial inclusion: BDO 

BDO has introduced self-service kiosks and universal machines to entice unbanked customers.

Companies urged to implement AI with focused use cases

Careful assessment and governance is the key.

Finance sector marketing budgets under pressure in 2024 amidst disruptions

Marketing expert tells three strategic approaches for turbulent times.