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Here's why you shouldn't miss the 2024 Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Summit

Shape the future of financial services in Asia at the region's premier banking, finance, and insurance summit.

Outstanding banking and finance industry champions crowned at Asian Banking & Finance Awards 2024

The 2024 Wholesale Banking Awards, Retail Banking Awards, Corporate and Investment Banking Awards, and the inaugural FinTech Awards recognised the industry's top performers for their innovation, dedication, and exceptional client service.

APAC banks face 2.5 million shortage of skilled cyberstaff

Banks may not have the right people in-house to mitigate them.

Ant Group and Mastercard extend payments program to Chengdu, Chongqing

Tourist spending using Ant Group’s digital payments rose 13-fold in the two cities.

WTW urges APAC banks to consider non-payment insurance

Uncertainties like the Chinese real estate crisis call for effective credit risk management.

Thriving with Basel III: Advanced Credit Risk Solutions for Malaysian Banks

The need for advanced and real-time credit risk solutions has become increasingly crucial, says Nicholas Lim.

Trade finance assets poised for tokenisation: StanChart

Trade finance could make up 16% of the estimated $30.1t market.

APAC financial institutions struggle with ESG skill shortage

Organisations need the right talent to navigate regulatory and reputational risks.

Fintech venture investments in Asia to hit $548b in 2028

In 2023, Asian fintechs have clinched $369b in investments.

APAC banks face potential impact from falling property prices

China’s declining property sales and home prices signal weakened confidence.

Financial firms to raise gen AI spending as they seek growth benefits

Despite hype, gen AI spending is low in 2023, at around $400,000 at its highest.

Tokenisation of financial assets growing, but still in early stages

It enables a more transparent and standardised lending life cycle, says analysts.

Navigating the Future of Payments in Southeast Asia: An Industry Conversation with Cognizant

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry leaders, discuss, and navigate the ever-evolving payments landscape.

St. James’s Place unveil Lumina portfolios

Over 9,000 ETFs and funds were reportedly screened in the selection process.

The New Norm of Private Debts in Asia

Asia's private credit industry has the potential to become an appealing market for investors seeking high returns.