01/09/2024
Macquarie Wrap rolls out new features for advisers
Meanwhile, the live chat function enables advisers to speak directly with a Macquarie consultant.
FinTech
01/08/2024
Bybit Web3 Unveils Comprehensive Guide to Navigating the Crypto Wallet Landscape
This in-depth guide delves into the development cycle of crypto wallets, dissects various types available, and sheds light on their future prospects, empowering users of all levels to make informed decisions about their digital asset storage.
01/04/2024
Hong Kong Advances in Virtual Asset Market: New Policies for Retail Funds and ETFs
This marks Hong Kong as the first Asian market to adopt such a policy, according to an Ignites Asia article.
01/03/2024
Blockchain Piracy: North Korea's Lazarus Group Plunders Millions
Almost a fifth of the losses are attributed to the North Korea-linked hacker group Lazarus.
12/29/2023
Singapore’s Farro unviels regional headquarters in DIFC to drive global expansion
There is a rising demand for highly sophisticated wealth management solutions from independent firms like ours that truly understand the intricate needs of wealthy clientele.
12/29/2023
Monex Group to acquire the majority stake in Canada's leading digital asset manager 3iQ
3iQ stands at the forefront of digital asset innovation.
12/29/2023
Southeast Asia Could Lead GenAI Race in Banking
In 2024, one closely watched area across sectors will be the deployment of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its effect on various operations.
12/29/2023
Bank Indonesia to use blockchain technology for digital rupiah trial in 2024
BI is currently working with large-scale financial institutions for the trial phase to gather their input and feedback.
12/19/2023
Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind
As of October 2023, according to Evident's findings, 23 banks have designated a senior leader for RAI, 20 have formed specific partnerships for RAI
12/13/2023
Website and Internet Banking Login Screen Alert – Fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks’ websites to carry out transactions.
12/12/2023
Mambu Reveals Top Financial Trends Set to Shape the Industry in 2024
In Mambu’s new report, 30 experts from various sectors across big tech and financial services, including Amazon Web Services, Deloitte and Backbase, forecast trends that are expected to influence the industry in 2024 and beyond.
12/01/2023
Iress on track with ‘significant’ transformation strategy
In addition, the platform’s projected underlying EBITDA for the 2024 financial year was updated from $124–$134 million to $135–$145 million.
12/01/2023
AMP to launch digital advice service in 2024
The firm has been speaking with a range of digital advice providers including Midwinter, GBST, Otivo and Advice Intelligence and expects to decide on one soon.
11/29/2023
Aussie fintech growth counteracted by local challenges: EY
Despite the positive findings, EY said the results are tempered by the fact the Census found significantly fewer younger companies in the fintech ecosystem.
11/27/2023
Avaloq co-CEO Greweldinger: Our early bet on Asia is paying off
The Swiss banking software giant has logged significant growth in Asia since it was acquired by Japan's NEC Corporation.
11/23/2023
Astra Financial and WeLab Launch Bank Saqu as an Innovative Digital Banking Service
Bank Saqu targets the younger generation, especially solopreneurs in Indonesia, encompassing small business owners, freelancers, and even full-time employees juggling side hustles.
11/22/2023
AMP to launch new digital bank designed for small business
The solution will be built in FY24 and launch in Q1 2025, operating on a separate technology platform, as a new division to AMP Bank.
11/21/2023
Report predicts boom in Apac's wealthtech market
The strongest growth is expected to take place in the direct to consumer wealthtech market where there is a mix of pure digital and hybrid advisory models.
11/21/2023
Salt Bank partners with Starling Bank's Engine
The financial institution is expected to launch its application in 2024
11/17/2023
Singapore President Believes AI Will Ease Talent Shortage
Similar to other major technological advancements, artificial intelligence is expected to cause widespread disruption, including in the labor market.