Financial Technology

What’s in store for crypto’s future after the FTX debacle

Asian Banking & Finance spoke with industry experts and crypto leaders to learn how the exchange's bankruptcy affected the industry.

What’s in store for crypto’s future after the FTX debacle

Asian Banking & Finance spoke with industry experts and crypto leaders to learn how the exchange's bankruptcy affected the industry.

Fintechs pivotal to achieve $275t capital needed for successful sustainable transition: study

From 2026 until 2050, $9.2t a year in capital spending is needed to achieve net zero goals.

Intent vs ability: Why lending models must be revised to foster financial inclusion

Current mechanisms leave out SMEs and MSMEs from accessing much-needed credit.

Singapore named one of top countries with most fintech unicorns

The Lion City ranked ninth and named amongst the world’s fintech capitals.

Hong Kong banks offer up to 30% salary raise amidst talent crunch

Talents for in-demand roles can clinch salary increments as high as 30%.

BNPL regulations toughen debt prevention and financial literacy in APAC

The Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia are more vulnerable to the risks of credit products, Euromonitor International reported.

For French fintechs, Asia is a land of opportunities and learning

Compared to Europe, fintechs in Asia have struck a balance with banks, says Bpifrance Deputy CEO Arnaud Caudoux.

Digital wallets and contactless payments see a steady rise across Asia

The banking industry must adapt to this change to keep up with the demands of the market.

4 factors intensifying the talent gap in the FinTech sector

A report revealed that demand for talent in the FinTech sector is still outpacing supply.

Tokenised assets, stable coins central to Singapore’s crypto hub ambitions

Collaboration is key to achieving finance goals, says MAS’ Ravi Menon.

Fintech funding slows as COVID-driven digital hype fades

Valuations of technology stocks, both public and private, are down 60%, analysts said.

How are superapps changing the digital banking landscape?

In the future, a one-stop-shop may just be the way to go for bank customers.

BNPL, digital wallets accelerates growth of e-commerce fraud: study

Global e-commerce fraud will exceed $48b in 2023, and 22% will be from Asia.

Does the future of banking lie in the metaverse?

Virtual reality may be the answer to more digitally optimized financial services that does not sacrifice personalisation.

Fintechs to play transformative role in cross-border payments: MAS

MAS said the current state of cross-border payments is unfit for the 21st century.