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IMAS launches initiatives to boost tokenisation understanding

The Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS) has unveiled a series of education-focused initiatives aimed at accelerating the understanding and adoption of blockchain and tokenisation...


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Central banks explore synchronised FX settlement

The Bank of England, Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), and Bank of Thailand have announced a joint initiative to explore the technical and policy implications...


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MAS proposes AI risk management guidelines for financial sector

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has released a consultation paper proposing new guidelines for artificial intelligence (AI) risk management within the financial sector. These...


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MAS completes live trial of CBDC for interbank lending

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced the successful completion of a live trial for settling interbank overnight lending transactions using wholesale Central Bank...


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Finloop and 1exchange partner for RWA liquidity ecosystem

Finloop Finance Technology Holding Limited, a global Web5 wealth technology platform, and 1exchange, a regulated exchange for Real-World Assets (RWA) security tokens, have announced a...


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MAS and Deutsche Bundesbank sign MoU on digital asset settlement

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Deutsche Bundesbank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on cross-border digital asset settlement. Announced...


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Evercomm and CTBC launch AI-powered finance engine

Evercomm, a leader in digital sustainability solutions, and CTBC Bank, Taiwan's largest privately-owned bank, have announced the full operational deployment of their AI-powered transition finance...


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ASEAN FinTechs secure larger deals amid funding decline

ASEAN's Financial Technology (FinTech) sector is navigating a challenging landscape in 2025, with funding hitting its lowest since 2016. Despite this, mature FinTechs are securing...


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Maybank and XTransfer expand cross-border payment solutions

Maybank and XTransfer have announced a strategic partnership to enhance cross-border payment solutions, including Shariah-compliant services, across ASEAN. The collaboration was formalised during the Singapore...


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UOB, BCG, and NUS release White Paper on wealth succession in Asia

UOB Private Bank, in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and NUS Business School, has unveiled a comprehensive White Paper titled "The Asia Generational Wealth...


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