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Centralised AI models propel financial institutions' success

Centralised AI models propel financial institutions' success

Financial sectors see major benefits from centralised AI strategies, though future shifts are anticipated.

China banking focuses on credit structure optimisation

PwC said the sector needs to continue to implement strategic initiatives.

Overseas expansion impacts Korean banks’ OE score

Despite Korea's high GDP per capita, the current level suggests there's still room for improvement.

Nium, Thredd expand virtual card partnership

The two fintech companies have issued 86 million virtual cards worldwide.

South Korean banks’ loan delinquency rate rise in February

Corporate, SME, and household loans all saw their delinquency rates rise.

APAC finance professionals more confident on economy but talent risks rise

US economy resilience and improvements in China and Japan propped up their confidence.

PH’s BillEase clinched $5m investment from Credit Saison lending arm

BillEase has achieved profitability in 2023 and delivered 47% return on equity.

VPBank’s asset quality at risk amidst housing slowdown

About 1 in 5 of its loans are real estate loans.

Funding Societies, SGeBIZ to offer embedded finance solution for SG businesses

The solution aims to help businesses manage their cash flow.

Bank of Singapore HK names ex-chief of Credit Suisse HK as its new chief executive

Rickie Chan succeeds Cindy Wong, who will serve as advisor until 31 May.

Deutsche Bank cuts 10 private banking roles in Asia: report

The bank has cut about 60 roles in Singapore and Hong Kong over the past year.

Deutsche Bank appointed by Euroclear as cash settlement and forex bank in Korea

It involves bond activities for Korea Treasury Bonds and Monetary Stabilization Bonds.

StanChart joins Visa’s B2B Connect to enhance cross-border payments

It aims to facilitate faster and more cost-effective business-to-business (B2B).

Hong Kong’s Mox Bank one of fastest growing digital banks worldwide

Mox has the 7th largest credit card book in the city and has 550,000 customers.

Thailand’s TMBThanachart Bank eyes higher dividend payouts in 2024: analyst

The bank’s net profits rose 24% in Q1 compared to a year ago.