Maria SantosFinance
Ant International Deploys AI Agents Across 1.5 Billion-Account Network
The Singapore-based fintech is integrating autonomous software into Alipay+ and WorldFirst to automate multi-currency merchant settlements.
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Sarah ChenFinance
Japan Gold Bar Scam Losses Hit 8.13 Billion Yen in First Half of 2026
Impersonation schemes accounted for two thirds of the total as fraudsters pushed victims to convert bank balances into physical bullion.
Wei ZhangFinance
State Bank of Pakistan Holds Benchmark Interest Rate at 11.5%
A seven to three majority vote keeps Pakistan’s key rate steady as headline inflation climbed to 11.1 per cent in August.
Sarah ChenFinance
Bitcoin Pushes Past $70,000 as Traders Eye Fed Rate Decision
Options data shows open interest clustering at the $80,000 and $100,000 strikes as spot exchange-traded funds draw fresh capital ahead of a pivotal US rate call.
Aiko TanakaFinance
Vietnam Weighs First Sovereign Dollar Bond Sale Since 2014
Foreign investment banks have pitched 10-year debt offerings of up to $1 billion to finance transport and industrial projects while easing domestic bank liquidity.
Minjun ParkFinance
Global Finance Names Winners of 19Th Annual Stars of China Awards
The 19th annual selection evaluates Chinese banks, fintechs, and asset managers expanding credit into technology and manufacturing sectors.
Rajiv MenonFinance
Taiwan Non-Life Insurers Pivot to Commercial Lines as Market Expands to $19B
Property, casualty and health premiums in Taiwan are projected to expand 4.8 per cent annually through 2036 as slower life insurance growth shifts carrier priorities.
Wei ZhangFinance
Bank of Japan Expected to Raise Rates to 1.25 Percent on September 18
Economists forecast Japanese benchmark borrowing costs will reach 1.75 percent by mid-2027 as joint currency intervention eases political hurdles for monetary tightening.
Sarah ChenFinance
Alipay+ Links to QR Ph to Connect 2.5 Million Philippine Merchants to Global Wallets
Foreign visitors in the Philippines can now scan local QR Ph codes using their domestic banking apps and e-wallets through Ant International’s gateway.
Rajiv MenonFinance
Jefferies-Linked Fund Seeks Singapore Injunction Against Radiant World
A hearing is set for Sept 9 following a separate freezing order granted against the iron ore trader by a British court.
Wei ZhangFinance
Tokyo Stock Exchange Delistings Set for Record High in 2026
Corporate buyouts with investment funds and strict market cap thresholds force an unprecedented wave of departures from Japan’s primary bourse.
Minjun ParkFinance
South Korean Retail Traders Amass Billions in US Used ETF’s
South Korean accounts now control nearly 40 per cent of select US funds after domestic trading curbs pushed speculative capital overseas.
Minjun ParkFinance
South Korea Inflation Climbs to 3.1% on Fuel Costs and Telecom Rebound
Core inflation reached 3.4 percent as mobile charges surged 26.7 percent following the end of last year’s carrier discounts.
Rajiv MenonFinance
Chelsea Stablecoin Shirt Deal Sparks Hong Kong Merchandising Regulatory Fears
Hong Kong sports retailers and fans face legal ambiguity under the city’s Stablecoins Ordinance following Chelsea’s front-of-shirt partnership with USDC issuer Circle.
Rajiv MenonFinance
Vietnam Gold Prices Edge up as Domestic Premium Holds at VND6.8 Million
Saigon Jewelry Company lifted gold bar quotes to VND148.6 million per tael on Friday while local retail bullion maintained a wide gap above international rates.
Minjun ParkFinance
SoftBank Sets 4.75% Coupon for 1 Trillion Yen Retail Bond
The offering matches the largest corporate bond issue by a Japanese company alongside NTT Finance.