After a transformative 12 months that has led to success in key market segments and breakeven faster than the industry norm, WeLab Bank has emerged as a leading digital bank in Hong Kong. Speaking with FinanceAsia, Chief Executive Tat Lee outlines what’s next, including capitalising on the potential of artificial intelligence (AI).
As China’s AI ambitions grow increasingly self-reliant, investors are navigating a fast-evolving ecosystem where commoditisation, policy strategy and localised models are redrawing the competitive map.
Pakistan: Best Bank (DOMESTIC) | Best Bank for Financial Inclusion (DOMESTIC) | Best Commercial Bank - SMEs (DOMESTIC) | Best Sustainable Bank (DOMESTIC) | Most DEI Progressive - Banks (DOMESTIC) | Most Innovative Use of Technology - Banks (DOMESTIC)
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BEST INVESTMENT BANK - HIGHLY COMMENDED (DOMESTIC) - Security Bank Capital Investment Corporation
From financial knowledge to government support, players in Thailand and Taiwan are finding new ways to channel capital into LGBTQ+-focussed businesses across Asia.
Asia's listed firms must raise their corporate governance to improve market conditions, as international investors continue to eye the US stock market, the Asian Corporate Governance Association has warned.
The loss-making Singapore-based airline, 49% owned by Qantas, has been hit by supplier costs, airport fees, aviation charges, and growing capacity and competition in the region; Qantas, which has been impacted by Cyclone Alfred, said Singapore remains a "critical hub".
