Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Going Ape: Siam Commercial Bank ventures into DeFi

Siam Commercial Bank’s VC arm spins out a startup helping DeFi users view their total exposure across chains.

New fully automated Custody platform for global operations in Axia Suite

Capitalising on international know-how, Axia Custody accelerates the communication by also supporting 2-Way Allegement functionality.

FinTech’s evolution in the advice industry – The Australian experience

Article from The Wealth Mosaic's APAC Wealth Technology Landscape Report (2021). Written by Benjamin Marshan, Head of Policy Strategy and Innovation at the Financial Planning Association of Australia

The power of partnerships: Meeting the demand for digital

Interview from The Wealth Mosaic's APAC Wealth Technology Landscape Report (2021) and featuring Anil Venuturupalli, Chief Operating Officer at HSBC Private Banking

Flush With Unicorns, India’s Tech Moment Arrives

India’s population is expected to overtake China’s this decade

China Plans to Exempt H.K. IPOs From Cybersecurity Reviews

The Cyberspace Administration of China will vet companies to ensure they comply with local laws, but only those headed to other countries such as the U.S. will undergo a formal review, the people said.

Is Asia set to become the global force in private markets?

Article from The Wealth Mosaic's APAC Wealth Technology Landscape Report (2021). Written by John Leung, Client Director for Asia at Delio

FIS: Singapore Firms Proactive Towards Cyber and Fraud Risks

The top focus area for regulatory and compliance investments among firms was risk management (70 percent), followed by cyber security (67 percent).

Exciting digital finance opportunities in the Philippines

Large unbanked population provides ideal environment for fintech growth

SEDANIA As Salam and CREALOGIX to accelerate digital transformation in Malaysia

The partnership between the two companies will enable clients to benefit from local expertise alongside feasible technology integration and solutions.

Syfe closes S$40 million Series B funding round

Latest capital raise more than triples startup’s valuation

NAB invests A$160m in branch revamp

Despite Covid-restrictions hindering efforts, 26 branches have been revamped so far in 2021, with another 50 locations to follow by the end of the year.

CBA puts AI ethics at centre of Bill Sense

Setting out the ethical considerations, CBA says that no information is shared with or obtained from billers, ensuring privacy protection and security.

Temasek posts 24.5% one-year return; posts record investments and divestments

The questions comes as Temasek's geographical exposure to China is the largest, at 27 per cent, as at March 31, 2021.

Growing Champions: Malaysia is an emerging battleground in digital banking

The digital transformation of banking is not a new story.

BaaS Fintech Netbank Partners Investree Philippines to Expand Digital SME Lending Services

As explained in the announcement, SME lending is “very underdeveloped” in the Philippines.

MAS Launches Global Challenge to Accelerate Innovation in Responsible AI Solutions

FinTech firms, solution providers and financial institutions around the world are invited to submit innovative solutions to address eight problem statements identified by banks.

Another Large Bank in South Korea to Provide Custody of Crypto Assets

Woori follows other Korean banks

Hybrid Advisory: The Future of Client Experience?

Banks and wealth managers need to find a balance between what technology and what talented staff offer clients.

Google plans fintech move in Japan

Japan's share of cashless payment in retail transactions was just under 30% in 2020, compared with 70-90% in South Korea and China.