Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

South Korea's Stablecoin Shift: Banking, Regulation, and the Digital Future

This piece dives into how the new regulations and the alliances with firms like Circle could pave the way for a new digital currency future in this region.

Infosys and Telstra Announce Joint Venture in Australia

Accelerating AI-powered Cloud & Digital transformation for Australian enterprises

Xtreme Asset Management Limited Announces Enhanced Cybersecurity with U.S. Server Migration

Xtreme Asset Management’s leadership acted decisively to fortify its infrastructure and align its security architecture with top-tier U.S. data protection standards.

KakaoBank plans to ‘actively participate’ in stablecoin market: Report

South Korea’s KakaoBank is looking at services for the issuance and custody of stablecoins with plans to “actively participate” in the crypto market.

South Korean banks are preparing to enter the crypto and stablecoin market

The bank is also rebooting an older crypto project, entering a business agreement with a blockchain startup for re-entrance into the cryptocurrency custody arena.

Maybank Forges Strategic Partnership with Microsoft to Accelerate Digital Transformation and AI-Driven Innovation

Recognising the paramount importance of trust and security in the financial sector

Building trustworthy AI in Indonesian banking:

A strategic response to OJK AI governance framework

The Ghost of FTX Japan is Still Online

FTX Japan was acquired by crypto exchange bitFlyer and rebranded as Custodiem in 2024.

Japan’s Zerobank Design Factory to Power New Digital Bank for MUFG

Japan’s first digital bank, Minna Bank was founded in 2021 and currently boasts 1.3 million accounts.

Chocolate Finance Expands into Hong Kong Following Funding Round

The episode drew criticism over poor communication but did not deter the firm's broader regional ambitions.

Vibhooti Chaturvedi on Embedding AI Across the Wealth Management Value Chain

For Vibhooti Chaturvedi, Regional Director for South Asia & Australia at Avaloq, AI is no longer a future-facing ambition but a core differentiator shaping how banks serve their clients today.

DBS launches Programmable Rewards, bringing blockchain-powered digital vouchers to DBS PayLah!

Programmable Rewards is a simple, cost-effective and scalable digital voucher solution, powered by DBS Token Services

ChinaAMC launches USD and RMB tokenised money market funds

The launch marks the world’s first tokenized fund denominated in RMB.

Cathay United Bank, Avaloq team up for onshore private banking in Taiwan

The partnership leverages Avaloq's core banking technology to enhance operational efficiency and client service.

Global Trading Platform eToro Enters Singapore

With over 40 million registered users globally, the platform is positioning itself to serve Singapore’s digitally savvy investor community.

Hong Kong’s digital-asset strategy aims to solve ‘real economy problems’, Chris Hui says

Hong Kong’s push for stablecoins and tokenised assets aims to solve global economic challenges, positioning the city as a leading fintech hub

Revolut Establishes New Global Tech Hub in Manila, Philippines

The establishment of the Manila hub reinforces Revolut’s commitment to the Southeast Asian region and integrates the Philippines into its global growth strategy.

SMFG to Launch AI Venture in Singapore

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group will establish a new agentic artificial intelligence (AI) solutions company in Singapore

Schroders launches Global Digital Assets Centre of Excellence in Singapore

It will drive thought leadership and the development of best practice through policymaker engagement and industry collaboration across Schroders globally, and the broader asset management industry.

Insignia finalises 1300 staff transfer to SS&C

The move follows Insignia severing ties with NAB last November, which meant ceasing the use of the bank's systems and technologies.

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