Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

10 charts on Australia’s fast growing technology sector

The direct contribution of the tech sector amounts to $76 billion.

HSBC PB unveils client messaging platform

Clients can now communicate with relationship managers on messenger apps through HSBC GPB Chat.

Singapore robo adviser Syfe poised to enter Hong Kong by early 2022, report says

The plan to expand outside Singapore comes as competition in the city state’s robo-advisory market heats up.

Thailand securities regulator proposes new rules for digital asset firms

The regulator is seeking public feedback on the draft proposals until September 22.

SPACs turn focus to rising stars in Asian new economy

Stock exchanges in region adjust rules to attract listings

More than 1.5m claims commenced to uncover government benefits and rebates

The Benefits finder feature in the CommBank app has seen a sharp spike in claims, with the COVID-19 Disaster Payment quickly becoming one of its most popular benefits, according to latest CBA data.

Instant Message Alert – Phishing instant messages related to OCBC Wing Hang Bank Limited

The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or e-mails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks’ websites to carry out transactions.

Filipino Merchants Turn to «Smooth Love Potion» for Payments

The game is viewed as an income source in developing countries like Brazil, India, Indonesia, the Philippines and Venezuela, according to DappRadar.

Navigating the Post Pandemic World, One Trend at a Time

According to Objectway’s research Setting the Digital Agenda for the Next Normal, the wealth industry is currently fast-tracking digital development to improve internal performance and maximise client experience.

KIM Vietnam Chooses SS&C to Support Growing Asset Management Business

Eze OMS will power investment operations

Robo and hybrid digital models in insurance and investments

They should offer clients the digital tools and software capabilities to enjoy better engagement levels with their relationship manager.

Banking & Wealth Management: How to Win the Best of Both Worlds

This requires a culture of proactive change that is typical of a technology-forward institution.

Blackstone in Talks to Buy Baring's Interplex for at Least $1 Billion

Interplex delisted from the Singapore bourse in April 2016 when the transaction was completed.

Insurtech sector still seen as a blue ocean despite regulatory crackdown

Online insurers expected to continue taking market share from traditional players

GPs boost technology as pandemic increases digital demand

Latest CommBank GP Insights Report finds general practices (GPs) are increasing their investment in technology to meet customer demand and support ongoing management pressures.

Thai Central Bank to Trial Retail Digital Currency

BOT said public demand for retail CBDC will gradually rise over time and that CBDC could become an alternative payment option in the future.

Indonesian state-bank BNI mulls acquiring digital finance firms

The organisation should be cost-efficient, that is the most important consideration in going inorganic

Global fintech investment rebounds in first half of 2021

E-commerce growth fuels investor interest in payments-focused firms

Andrew Walsh and IRESS’ big plans beyond Xplan

What’s interesting about Iress is that for a firm built on the back of its success catering to the software needs of financial advisers, it has developed rather quickly into a diversified technology company with advice as an increasingly marginalise

Iress board accepts takeover bid

The board said it had carefully considered the proposal, and will recommend it to shareholders pending EQT's due diligence.

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