The evolution of real time payments, and the effectiveness with which industry players harness the data it generates, will be a decisive factor in competitive performance.
As Singapore wades into digital lending, with the Monetary Authority of Singapore inviting firms to submit proposals for virtual banks by August, SMEs are set to gain the most
Retail and hospitality group Landmark is betting on blockchain and its applications in easing cross-border movement of goods, with software-as-a-service offerings giving the technology a boost.
Malaysia has amended its Recognized Market Guidelines to give businesses the option of setting up P2P financing platforms, but only if they meet requirements.