Grace Tanuwijaya
Desk byline for banking and fintech at Asianomist: bank results, digital lenders, payments, and crypto and digital assets.
XTransfer Seeks New Bank Partners at Asia Fintech Events
The cross-border payments firm aims to expand its global clearing network for small and medium-sized enterprises, building on over US$60 billion in payments processed last year.
BDO Unibank nine-month profit rises 0.8% to P63.6 billion
The Philippine lender's January to September net income reached P63.6 billion, a marginal increase from last year, driven by significant loan book expansion.
BOT to Regulate Stablecoins, BNPL, High-Value Gold Transactions
Thailand's central bank will introduce five new financial measures between November 2026 and March 2027, including cash payment limits for gold transactions exceeding THB 10 million.
Skyro expands Philippine merchant services beyond POS financing
The digital fintech firm now offers SkyroCredit, a reusable credit line with up to 45 days of 0% interest, to deepen customer engagement for its 12,000 partners.
SBI Card introduces new fees for high-value fuel, transport
From 1 December 2026, a 1% charge will apply to single transport transactions over ₹30,000 and total fuel spending exceeding ₹50,000 per billing cycle in India.
Singapore's OCBC Ranks Third Globally, Tops Asia-Pacific for Bank Strength
OCBC Bank achieved the third-strongest global ranking and first in Asia-Pacific in The Asian Banker's 2026 assessment, marking a first for a Singaporean lender in the global top three.
Singapore's OCBC: World's 3rd Strongest, Asia-Pacific's Top Bank
The Asian Banker's latest assessment places OCBC as the strongest lender in the Asia-Pacific region and third worldwide, marking a first for a Singaporean bank.
RBI Extends Lokapavani Bank Oversight to January 2027
India's central bank has prolonged its regulatory measures on the Mandya-based cooperative lender for an additional three months, effective from October 30, 2026.
Singapore Payments Network Names Derek Chan Inaugural CEO
The new entity, established by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Association of Banks in Singapore, will govern national payment schemes starting in early 2027.
OCBC Ranks Asia-Pacific's Strongest Bank, Third Globally
The Singapore lender achieved its position in the TAB Global 1000 World’s Strongest Banks 2026, driven by diversified income and robust capital.
JB Financial Group posts record nine-month profit
The South Korean banking group announced a record net profit of 595.7 billion won for the first nine months of the year, marking a 2.9 percent increase from 2025.
StraitsX, Visa Expand Stablecoin Card Issuing to 100 Markets
Singapore's StraitsX partners with Visa to launch stablecoin-backed card programmes in over 100 markets, building on US$6 billion in annualised Asian transaction volume.
UOB Targets S$900M AI Value by 2030, Expands ASEAN AI
Singapore's UOB aims to generate S$900 million in economic value from artificial intelligence initiatives by 2030, integrating advanced AI across its key Southeast Asian markets.
Singapore Gulf Bank Parent Adds Ex-Minister, Revolut Chair
Asia Gulf Holdings expands its advisory board with Maliki Osman and Martin Gilbert to strengthen regional government relations and global investment strategy, targeting Asia and MENA opportunities.
TerraPay, Kinexys Partner to Enhance Global Payment Verification
The collaboration integrates TerraPay Verify into Kinexys Liink's Confirm application, enabling financial institutions to validate bank account and digital wallet details across diverse markets.
Kiatnakin Phatra Bank Q3 Profit Climbs 43% on Fee Income
Thailand's Kiatnakin Phatra Bank posted Q3 2026 net profit of $71.1 million, outperforming market forecasts due to strong fee income from wealth management.
Mastercard, BVNK launch global fiat, stablecoin payments platform
The new Mastercard Global Money Platform, integrating BVNK's technology, offers a single API for banks and fintechs to manage diverse currencies and digital assets.
Episode Six Launches Verified Backing for Stablecoins, Deposits
The new "Verified Backing" feature helps banks confirm the authenticity and backing of stablecoins and tokenised deposits at issuance and redemption.
HSBC Private Bank, MIT Sloan Launch UHNW Digital Leadership Course
The six-week online programme aims to equip ultra-high-net-worth heirs aged 23 to 30 with skills for family business and wealth management, with its first global cohort starting on 3 November 2026.
HKMA, MAS advance AI frameworks for financial services
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority launched a framework for banking AI, while Singapore's central bank strengthened its own rules to attract investment in the sector.
Societe Generale names Lindsay Chu Apac financial sponsors head
Chu, based in Hong Kong, joins the French banking giant from DBS Asia Capital, where she served as CEO.
DBS Hong Kong Unveils First Visa Infinite Privilege Card
The DBS Vantage Card, launched on 21 October, integrates wealth, travel, and lifestyle benefits for globally-minded affluent customers in Hong Kong.
DBS PayLah! Connects Singapore Users to 250,000 Taiwan QR Merchants
The Singapore bank's mobile payment service now covers two-thirds of Taiwan's TWQR network, with full integration expected by 2027.
State Bank of India Investigates Dark Web Data Breach
India's largest lender, State Bank of India, launched a probe after 3,897 customer records, including personal and loan details, appeared online.
DBS, UOB Project Loan Growth Offsets Funding Costs in Q3
DBS and UOB project resilient net interest income for Singapore lenders in the third quarter, even as higher deposit expenses pressure margins and mortgage rates climb above 2%.
RBC Wealth Management: Soo to lead Singapore private banking, 7 hires
Royal Bank of Canada's wealth unit appointed Daniel Soo to lead its Singapore private banking, hiring five new bankers for the city-state and two for Hong Kong to target regional wealth growth.
MAS Unveils SFF Fintech Excellence Awards 2026 Finalists
Singapore's Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Singapore Fintech Association (SFA) have named 24 finalists for the 2026 SFF Fintech Excellence Awards, with eight winners to be chosen across six categories.
India’s Private Banks Report Varied Q2 FY27 Earnings
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Axis Bank recorded significant profit growth for the quarter ending 30 September 2026, while Yes Bank's profit surged and IDBI Bank saw a decline.
Hanwha Life expands youth financial literacy in Indonesia
South Korean insurer Hanwha Life launched a financial education programme in Bandung, Indonesia, with Save the Children, reaching 700 participants since its June start.
Krungsri, JCB Launch Ultimate Card in Thailand for Japan-Focused Consumers
The new premium credit card, debuting 1 November, offers five times Krungsri Points on Japanese retail and dining, alongside JAL mileage conversion.