Tag: digital assets

The rise of cryptocurrencies is reshaping the payments landscape globally; while regulatory challenges persist, some Asian businesses are pushing the boundaries, making digital currencies a viable alternative for real-time transactions.

Through its acquisition of blockchain-based firm, Securrency, DTCC plans to develop innovative post-trade infrastructure for global markets.

Experts share insights around the value potential of a digital currency, following the HKMA’s publication of an initial report on the pilot.

The transaction marks a first for a major financial institution and sets the groundwork for NAB to support clients as they carry out transactions using digital assets.

Hong Kong-based Payment Asia and FGA Trust have partnered to expand the services provided across corporate trusts.

The digital asset management start-up will use the $3 million in funding to address opportunities arising from the increased use of tokens as employee compensation with the launch of its new solution.

Velo Labs and PDAX will open a new remittance corridor in the Philippines, addressing a $34 billion opportunity.

Davin Wu joins the firm from sustainability-focussed construction firm, DIT. He tells CT about his priorities, which include capturing growth opportunity in the institutional space.

The ASEAN Financial Innovation Network (AFIN) is aligning with software firm R3 to enable banks and fintechs to build and test Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) applications.

Today: Deutsche Bank pioneers payments platform in Thailand; BCB Group to help corporates navigate digital assets; and PwC and HKBN Enterprise Solutions to help SMEs combat cyberattacks.

Today: Forecasting remains key hurdle for treasurers; BNY Mellon launches digital assets unit; and Singapore to fund innovation and transformation.

Venture looking to partner fixed-income platforms to connect post-trade and asset servicing infrastructure, and to also focus on other asset classes including sustainable finance.