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FINANCE Thursday, 12 August 2021 17:41

Quinlan & Associates: Shift to Digital Securities Will Be «Inevitable»

Independent consultancy firm Quinlan & Associates lauded the myriad of benefits from digital securities – speed, costs, accessibility and more – predicting a shift away from traditional securities as imminent.

FINANCE Thursday, 12 August 2021 16:04

Cake DeFi's Julian Hosp: «More Security is Key for DeFi to Mature»

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the crypto world, but DeFi-related fraud has seen an uptick in recent months, raising security concerns.

FINANCE Thursday, 12 August 2021 12:34

DBS Vickers Receives In-Principle Crypto Approval in Singapore

DBS Vickers becomes Singapore’s second crypto player to secure an in-principle approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore to offer token services.

PEOPLE Thursday, 12 August 2021 11:56

Aberdeen Snags UBS Exec for APAC Distribution

The firm is strengthening its Asia Pacific distribution team to drive client-led growth in the region.

FINANCE Thursday, 12 August 2021 11:55

Credit Suisse's Collection for Greensill Investors

Credit Suisse's CEO Thomas Gottstein says his top priority is recovering investors' stakes in the Greensill supply chain funds. He still has a substantial amount of money to collect – and it might not be that easy.

FINANCE Thursday, 12 August 2021 11:51

Credit Suisse CEO Hires New Right-Hand Man

Embattled Swiss bank Credit Suisse's CEO snapped up a former regional banker as his new chief of staff in the latest in a series of changes in C-suite support.

FINANCE Thursday, 12 August 2021 11:29

IMF: «Any Revolution in Technology Must Benefit the Wider Population»

Central bank digital currencies must emphasize financial inclusion in order to prevent further inequality and drive stronger economic growth, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

PEOPLE Thursday, 12 August 2021 10:32

State Street Appoints Head of Japan

The Boston-headquartered asset manager has created a new role to help it expand and accelerate its growth in Japan.

PEOPLE Thursday, 12 August 2021 10:06

AIA Singapore Names Chief Product Proposition Officer

The insurer is creating the new role as part of its focus on reorienting strategic priorities and to provide innovative experiences and propositions to customers. 

PEOPLE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 18:19

Fidelity Grows Sustainable Investing Capabilities

The firm continues the build out of the capability and coverage of its global Sustainable Investing Team in APAC, with the creation of a new role.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 17:59

HSBC Launches Portfolio-Based Advisory for HNW Clients

HSBC continues expanding its wealth management offering with the latest addition of a portfolio-based advisory solution.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 15:08

Hackers Drain DeFi Platform of $600 Million

On Wednesday, Poly Network was drained of some $600 million across three different chains, in what was likely the largest crypto hack in history.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 14:55

HKEX Profits Rise from Trading Boost

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing posted higher profits in the first half after a rise in trading volume driven by increased market volatility. 

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 12:58

Swiss Re Appoints New Trade Finance Chief

Swiss Re has taken on a new head of trade finance from AIG.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 12:55

Swiss Banking Seeks «La Dolce Vita» in Italy

Italy is a dream market for the Swiss financial services sector despite bumps in the road and a swathe of fines.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 12:40

China Launches Financial Opening Blitz

China has been rapidly opening up its financial sector as of late, green lighting numerous new market activities in a matter of weeks. finews.asia reviews the accelerated entrance.

PEOPLE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 12:36

ANZ Taps Heavyweight for CFO Role

He takes over in October from Shane Buggle, who will be retiring after 25 years at the bank.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 11:22

Singapore Raises Growth Forecast

The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has raised its GDP growth forecast to 6–7 percent, up from 4–6 percent forecast in May. 

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 10:05

Huawei CFO Makes Final Push Against U.S. Extradition

Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou is reportedly making a final push against U.S. extradition, paralleling criminal cases against Canadian nationals in China.

FINANCE Wednesday, 11 August 2021 09:38

Morningstar Founder Eyes Swiss Soccer Club

It's no secret that FC Lugano's president Angelo Renzetti, wants to sell the soccer club, but now an Italian American from the world of finance has appeared on the scene.

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