APAC

Malaysian and Thai central banks join SG’s BLOOM

They will ensure policy and regulatory considerations are taken into account.

Maybank deploys AI to prevent banking disruptions

ServiceNow will support technology monitoring across Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia under a five-year agreement.

The hidden realities of succession for next-gen heirs

Succession should be measured by whether the next generation is ready to carry what comes with it.

In Asia, fintech leaders must compete on credibility

This region values credibility much more and it can’t be built during several weeks before the nearest conference. 

F1 on a gravel road: Why AI is still stuck in first gear

In the fastest car, every vehicle part and the team behind it work together to the last lap. The same applies to AI.

When scale arrives before proof: Singapore’s capital allocation question in Southeast Asia

In Singapore, financial capacity can be created before the return on that capacity is known.

Beyond the chips: The materials behind Singapore’s AI infrastructure

AI infrastructure depends on group metals that advance data storage and semiconductors.

How homegrown brands are redefining premium in Asia

Premium brands are built on heritage, craftsmanship, and emotional connection.

Syfe surpasses $15.67m AUM with new trading and lending services

Its brokerage services will roll out a stock lending service soon.

Singapore ranks third in APAC flex workspace demand

Jurong is fast emerging as Singapore's next major flex workspace hub.

HSBC launches HSBC Access in Singapore for UHNW and family offices

It offers investment opportunities to high-growth innovation companies, amongst others.

New ASEAN Index finds high confidence in care readiness, but 98% of leaders see significant pressures ahead

ASEAN Care Readiness Index finds high confidence across six markets, but pressures could test future readiness.

Citi processes live Swift blockchain transactions with OCBC

Citi expects to conduct similar transactions with DBS and UOB later in September.

UOB names Tan Choon Hin as head of ASEAN and Greater China

Tan, who is currently UOB’s deputy chief risk officer, will also oversee the FDI advisory unit.

Inside Medical Fair Asia 2026: The companies redefining diagnosis, therapy, and care

From stroke diagnostics to collagen scaffolds, these exhibitors are turning research into tools clinicians can use.

Manulife’s Asia business sees profit soar 28% in Q2 2026

Annualised premium equivalent volume advanced 21% to $1.50b.