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Commercial Bank launches products for digital payments and remittance

Customers using the CB mobile app will be able to apply for this card for their homeworkers and domestic staff.

MAS Urges Use of Digital Finance and E-Payments to Support COVID-19 Safe Distancing Measures

To date, more than 2 million individuals have registered to use PayNow.

In-Depth: Making Sense of Digital Bank Policy

At some level of abstraction, most of us would probably agree that digital banks could be a positive influence on these banking systems even if the logic and the mechanics of that process elude us.

Africa Data Centres Acquires Standard Bank’s Data Centre Hub In Johannesburg

The transaction is subject to the approval of the South African Competition Authorities, with the company describing the facility as “Africa’s most prestigious data centre”.

Harnessing the power of new technologies – why banks must take advantage of open banking

Open banking has quietly revolutionised the banking experience, making it more convenient and accessible for consumers.

PLDT, KKR, Tencent, IFC and IFC Emerging Asia Fund Commit Up to US$120mn of New Investments in the Philippines’ Voyager Innovations

Through its PayMaya app and wallet, it is providing millions of Filipinos with the fastest way to own a financial account with over 40,000 Add Money touchpoints nationwide

Luxury Brands Digital Marketing That Worked in China During the COVID-19 Crisis

A report from the advertising agency Dentsu Aegis Network predicted ad spending in China would grow at a rate of 3.9 percent.

Ethiopia is opening up its mobile money market to new players

The hope is these moves, part of a wider set of promised economic reforms under prime minister Abiy Ahmed will help open up the Ethiopian economy.

Microsoft launches new Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions

Company adds new experiences to bring family and friends closer to create, share, connect, and collaborate across the web and devices

Hong Kong virtual bank Airstar begins pilot trials

Users will be able to open savings accounts and access unsecured lending products with interest accrual on a daily basis.

Bahamian tech developer launches professional services App

According to Adderley, Pro242 aims to ensure that consumers connect with professionals who can “do the job and do it right”.

Citi Partners With Major Hong Kong E-Shopping Platform

The partnership is timely as HKTVmall has emerged as a major player for homebound Hong Kongers who use the platform to purchase daily necessities.

PrivyID joins FIDO Alliance

PrivyID is Indonesia's legally-binding digital signature and trusted digital identity solution provider.

Facebook Makes It Easier for Users to See All the Data It Collects

The Download Your Information tool will also include more information about inferences Facebook makes about its users based on the content users interact with on its platforms.

Xiaomi-Backed Virtual Bank Announces Hong Kong Pilot

Online-Only Banking Kicks Off in Hong Kong

Mobile banking apps: industry overview + looking forward

Credit cards have gotten into the act, too, and individuals have begun using apps such as Cash App and Square to send money to each other.

Walking Omnichannel Banking’s Privacy Fine Line

Banks harness this data for a variety of purposes, including developing a greater understanding of customers’ financial lifestyles and creating targeted marketing initiatives.

Quarantine Angst

Well, its important to understand what triggers are pushing you to the edge in the first place

Dzing Announces Launch of Its New Banking App

UK based start-up proves London is still the home of choice for alternative payment solutions

Nubank shakes up Brazil’s banking bureaucracy

The fintech company aims to disrupt other Latin American markets with its smartphone-based services

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