Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

CIO of Japan’s GPIF praises AI technology

The initiative allows GPIF to explore possibilities on how to utilize AI technologies for the long-term asset management of the pension fund.

Singapore's Investment Management Association opens startup accelerator

This makes the DAP an initiative that is powered by the industry, for the industry.

China fund managers rush to capitalise on Shanghai's new tech board

The Shanghai Stock Exchange's "technology innovation board" is due to launch in the coming months, or even weeks, with trading and listing rules published only as recently as Friday.

Saxo Bank Provides Easy Access To Mainland Chinese Bonds

Saxo Bank offers full digital access to mainland China bonds via a simple «click to trade» functionality, a first in the market.

Bahrian invites India to leverage new policy on crypto and blockchain

The offer extended by the EDB is not specifically focused on the crypto and blockchain related businesses, but extends to other industry and business collaborations as well.

Symbo Launches Digital Insurance Platform in Singapore

These include data utilisation, workflow automation and upcoming blockchain-based solutions.

Bahrain invites Indian fintech firms to set up base

Bahrain provides a plethora of opportunities to Indian fintech firms for open banking, blockchain, crypto assets, robo advisory and remittances.

Downside of Technology for Advisors: Increased Cybercrime

But there’s a problem, the firm notes: “Our data suggests that despite acknowledging clients’ rising level of concern with regards to cybersecurity, so far the industry has underestimated — if not dismissed — these risks.

DBS new digital platform simplifies investments for first-time investors

The platform allows investors to vary the proportion of equity, fixed income and cash invested into unit trusts selected by the bank's investment team.

Quantum Energy Asset Management & R.E. Lee International Capital unveil $100 million fintech-focused hybrid fund, QEX Fund SP

Mr. Tham is joined by QEAM's Chief Operating Officer, Fen Chao Yong.

Blockpass announces integration with Hong Kong-based asset manager Legacy Trust

Digital identity verification solution Blockpass announced the integration of its KYC Connect solution into the Legacy Trust customer onboarding procedure.

IMAS Launches Accelerator Programme for Asset Management Industry

Tapping into the fintech community will enable us to be more agile, accelerate our digital agendas

Keeping Pace with Asia’s Evolving Robo-Advisory Regulatory Landscape

In the high net worth individual (HNWI) customer segment, human connection and the relationship are essential in gaining the customer’s trust.

Asia fintech leads global funding as Alibaba and Baidu wallets thrive

Sector raised $30bn last year, nearly double North America tally

Singapore's fastest-growing companies: Tech firms in the lead

A look at why IT-enabled firms, in particular, are dominating Singapore’s Fastest Growing Companies list

Banks develop technology to stay relevant in customers’ lives

Customers of BTPN and BCA do not need to operate Jenius or BCA mobile apps on their phones during banking transactions

Wealth managers deliver $90m for Aussie fintech

Wealth management has been a key driver for an Australian financial services technology firm, which boosted group net profit after tax by 15 per cent over the six months to 31 December 2018.

Thai insurtech platform raises $10 million in Series A funding

Moving forward, Sunday has ambitious plans to expand its footprint to key Southeast Asian markets, including Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

S. Korea to Boost Fintech Development with Open Banking

A common industry API was first established in Korea in 2016

Digital advice platform opens Sydney office

Australia has a deep pool of tech engineering talent which brings both experience and innovation to our development team.

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