Financial Services
HSBC launches new loan programme to enhance business ESG performance
HSBC launches new loan programme to enhance business ESG performance
The firms’ sustainability performance will be evaluated through Ecovadis.
SGX eases intestate claims for Central Depository assets under $5,000
The agency removed the legal documentation requirement.
Singapore to raise IMF contribution, reduce loan commitments
This increase will not affect Singapore’s Official Foreign Reserves.
Common Ground Taxonomy expands to include Singapore
This enhances the interoperability of taxonomies of China, EU, and Singapore.
Sea Limited posts $153.3m profit in Q3 2024.
The group's GAAP revenue also rose to $4.3b.
Bill allows police to restrict funds transfer for scams
The restriction will last 30 days.
SG, China deepen cross-market ties in green finance and investments
The collaboration aims to boost international investment interest.
Cost pressures push more middle-income young adults into debt
Loan applications from young adults have risen 140% over the last two years.
SBF banks on rebranding to double corporate partnerships
It will develop relevant programmes that can support SMEs.
Corporate roles gain ground in finance as demand for tech experts dips
FinTechs foresee a 4% drop in demand for tech experts.
GFTN appoints Ravi Menon as chair, names diverse board members
The deputy managing director of MAS is also part of the board.
Singapore captures 53% of APAC fintech funds in 9M
It raised US$745m.
Ant International streamlines AI for secure, cost-effective cross-border transactions
The initiative is designed to help merchants.
APIX and SBI launches innovation hub for startups
It aims to drive financial innovation and digital transformation.
Visa and Tencent pilot palm payments in Singapore
The pilot will involve DBS, OCBC, and UOB Visa cardholders.
OCBC taps LTA for blockchain payment pilot in construction projects
Over S$22m has been disbursed under the pilot.
Banque de France, MAS completed post-quantum cryptography trial
The technology aims to protect data from cybersecurity threats posed by quantum computing.
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