APAC

SG fintech UnaFinancial establishes microfinance company in Uzbekistan

The installment loans to be offered will have repayment terms of 3, 6, or 9 months.

HSBC unveils US thought leadership programme for Asian UHNWs

The three day programme will connect the UHNWs to tech leaders.

Islamic finance to become a $6.7t industry by 2027: LSEG

Malaysia and Indonesia are amongst the world’s top Islamic finance markets.

Low carbon push adds $8.4b addt'l revenue for APAC banks

Between 2031 to 2050, APAC banks will likely 

Only 60% of financial firms have cyber risk plans

The survey also revealed the top 10 business risks institutions are facing.

Shell companies and crypto propel money laundering risks in APAC

Trade-based ML is also on the rise, warned Forrester in its new report.

Standard Chartered names three leaders to global transaction banking team

The three new hires are previously from J.P. Morgan, DBS, and Bank of America.

TMT investment banking activity in APAC slated for growth in H2: Citi

Citi’s clients are “increasingly looking to raise capital” for growth and M&As, it said.

Citi combines in Japan, North Asia, and Australia clusters

This covers markets in East Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Macau.

Generative AI’s role in the evolution of banking

Generative AI presents a significant revenue opportunity for banks, not just as a cost-saving tool. 

StanChart’s Signature CIO Funds attracts over $1b

The funds have returned over 28% since launch, the bank said.

Citi, ABD ink deal to enhance supply chain financing for SMEs in Asia

It is expected to support over $100m of additional trade across APAC.

Unlock the future through the Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Forum - Kuala Lumpur

Join the journey on 25 June 2024, and be part of the catalyst for progress in this dynamic sector.

Rich heritage meets unparalleled digital capabilities and expertise

Standard Chartered Singapore has driven commerce and prosperity through its unique diversity, and its heritage and values are expressed in its brand promise, here for good.

How banks should rethink pricing

It’s not just about how much customers pay but also what benefits they get.

Unlock digital banking success through process orchestration with Appian

This event seeks to unveil the power of process orchestration and low-code automation for exceptional customer experiences, compliance, and agility in banking.