Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Foundation to Target Fintech M&A Deals

In the third quarter of 2016 Asia was the only continent to see a fintech funding increase on a quarterly basis while in both North America and Europe fintech funding declined.

KOREA: Internet-only banks to open this month

The biggest advantage of Kakao Bank is its popular platform Kakao Talk _ more than 40 million out of the total 50 million Korean citizens use the instant messaging service here.

Bankers ready for EMV technology

Virtusio reiterated that banks have the mandate to “protect depositors’ money,” that the EMV technology migration is a manifestation of “(banks’) commitment to the public.” The migration process began in 2013 for most b

China Establishes Asia Fintech Fund of Funds to Focus on M&A

Asia FinTech FOF and its attempts to establish growth in the fintech industry is another feather in China’s cap to establishing its economic dominance in the Asia-Pacific region.

Singapore tech should have much to expect in 2017

Its economic outlook isn't looking great for the new year.

Xiaomi-backed online bank to launch services soon - bank investor

It is now pinning profit growth hopes on sales from smart home devices as well as revenue from its software eco-system.

GlobalSpace supplies self-service KIOSK solutions to Axis Bank

Axis Bank, the third largest private sector bank in India, has more than 2,750 branches and 13,000 ATMs.

‘Fintech’ buzzword draws buyers as 10b yuan fund-of-funds launched

Fintech has become such a buzzword in China

Hong Kong banks should carefully monitor regulatory developments around blockchain technology – Report

One particular area of interest for banks in Hong Kong is the development of blockchain technologies

Payment services make global expansion push

From buying luxury bags to paying Uber bills, from convenience stores to theme parks, China's top wireless payment providers are tapping into the international market in the footsteps of globe-trotting and big-spending Chinese visitors.

Cyber looters lurk in the digital economy

Even the most-learned people make mistakes in the digital world that can prove very costly.

Frontier Technology Fund, Exfinity Venture Partners Closes Fund II - Announce $44 Mn Corpus

The fully subscribed fund is promoted by family offices, ultra high-net-worth-individuals (UHNIs), and institutions.

Information Technology and the Global Village

With the technological changes and new developments occurring every day, internet users no longer have to face the problems online that they had to face lately due to technical glitches, which resulted in frustration.

FactSet Acquires Vermilion Software and CYMBA Technologies, Expanding Coverage of the Portfolio Lifecycle

In addition to ongoing product innovation, FactSet recently completed two acquisitions to grow its business and provide more comprehensive solutions for its clients.

Exfinity Venture Partners closes second fund with Rs 300 cr in kitty

Exfinity is a technology venture capital fund backing B2B companies, mainly in the US-India corridor

Fiserv Clients in Asia Pacific Recognized for Excellence with Industry Awards

Bangkok Bank and Panin Bank receive series of accolades from Banking Technology, Asian Banking & Finance, The Asian Banker and Cards & Electronic Payments International

Maybank, Western Union launch digital remittance service

Recipients are able to receive money quickly after it is wired by the sender.

Digital core thinking to deal with FinTech challenges and opportunities

How Azimut Group exploited Objectway solutions

E-residency brings Estonia closer to Vietnam in business cooperation

The government’s development plans have a strong emphasis on developing innovation capabilities and encouraging startup development,” Similä said.

ClearView partners for platform overhaul

The move, ClearView chief financial officer Athol Chiert said, was more than just a platform upgrade; it will allow the company to "evolve how we operate as a business."