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Shareholder support key for Hong Kong virtual banks to weather failure risks

Six out of the eight virtual banks in the city reported narrower losses in 2022.

Korean banks’ net income jump 24% in Q1

Interest income declined as a result of interest rates falling during the period.

UBS to finalise Credit Suisse acquisition by 12 June

After the acquisition, Credit Suisse and American Depositary Shares will be removed from SIX and NYSE.

BOCHK warns customers against phishing messages, fake app

The case has been reported to the HKMA and the police.

Australian banks face elevated risk of credit losses: S&P

Whilst losses are projected to remain low, a sudden price drop in the housing market spell trouble for banks.

Vietnam’s BIDV, JCB International launch credit card

Customers can enjoy up to a 20% cashback on select transactions.

OxPay and NomuPay ink partnership for market expansion

OxPay will be able to enter new markets where NomuPay already services.

PwC, StanChart release analysis on CBDCs' role in future banking

The paper highlights CBDCs programmability and how they can revolutionise retail, trade, and supply chain finance.

JCB reduces GHG emissions by 54.4% in 2022

It also shared the initiatives which took place last year.

Public Bank unveils PB SecureSign in major security overhaul

This is in line with the bank’s commitment to boost cyber protection.

MAS slams 6 ex-Great Eastern financial advisers with prohibition orders

This follows after the six individuals were convicted of tax evasion.

APAC real-time payments to grow 14% through 2027

Over 49 billion RTP transactions were made in APAC throughout 2022.

MAS grants Wallex new services in addition to MPI license

The new services come on top of its Major Payment Institution (MPI) license.

CIMB Group's net income up 15.3% in Q1

Its net income showed a 15.3% climb year-on-year.

Hong Kong mortgage loans down 21.2% in April

The number of mortgage applications also dropped by 27.6% to 8,368 applications.