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Did digital banks fail to disrupt?

Most became niche players, yet served their regulatory purpose, said McKinsey associate partner Hernán Gerson.

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Did digital banks fail to disrupt?

Most became niche players, yet served their regulatory purpose, said McKinsey associate partner Hernán Gerson.

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How Asian banks can retain their cross-border dominance

The emergence of fintechs is whittling down their dominance.

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Hong Kong's Hottest Startups of 2023

Startups with "disruptive applications in the Web 3.0 space" dominate.

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Experts rally for change in legal industry’s ‘billable system’

A report from UC Hastings College of the Law stated that "a most-hours-wins system disproportionately disadvantages women partners.”

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20 Hottest Startups of 2023

Healthtech startups dominated the list.

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What homebuyers want: Three key trends reshaping the property market

GuocoLand capitalised on these trends, resulting in 84% of Lentor Modern units sold in two days.

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Private trustees take over bankruptcy cases in Singapore

Legal experts said this change will speed up bankruptcy cases, but warn of negative implications.

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Leader Energy gains ground in Cambodia with new transmission line project

This Malaysia-based firm aims to accelerate Cambodia’s transition to cleaner energy sources.

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Banks urged to integrate ESG data into IT systems: McKinsey

Banks must apply a use-case driven approach to introduce new ESG capabilities.

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KS Orka’s gradual development model increases geothermal projects success

By implementing this strategy, the company can mitigate the risk of incurring a $5m loss from drilling a single well.

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Cards maintain dominance in Hong Kong's payment landscape

Over nine in 10 consumers use cards as their payment method.

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ASEAN nations bear annual losses of $17b due to supply chain disruptions

The retail and wholesale sectors were amongst the hardest hit.

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Philippines considers nuclear as a solution to potential baseload power crisis

But amendments to energy laws are needed, DOST-PNRI Director Carlo Arcilla said.

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Singapore’s 30 most influential lawyers under 40

Amongst the awardees is the youngest fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers in Singapore.

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‘Mass exchange’ of lawyers push legal firms to review retention strategies

Some firms are now allowing their staff to work remotely for 20% to 50% of the time.

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8 investment ideas to achieve affluence in the year of prosperity

Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.

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Mainland firms' influx brings new opportunities for local lawyers

GBA development allows qualified lawyers to practise domestic law within the area.

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