Banking

From risk‑management practices to competitive positioning, the Banking section delivers detailed articles and opinion pieces on global banks and financial institutions. It examines regulatory shifts, digital transformation and the evolving role of banks in the wider economy.

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Banking

AmBank Islamic Berhad Earns Triple Recognition for Excellence in Islamic Banking

Under the leadership of CEO Eqhwan Mokhzanee, AmBank Islamic Berhad has earned triple recognition in...

14th May, 2025

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FinTok Strategy: How Banks Are Reaching Gen Z Through Social Media

TikTok may be best known for dance trends and pop culture memes, but it's quickly becoming one of th...

7th May, 2025

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Rethinking Retail Banking Sustainability: Why the ATM is an Asset in the Sustainable Transition

With more than 3.5 million ATMs in service globally, the ATM network represents one of the banking s...

2nd May, 2025

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How private banks can survive the neo-broker revolution

By Joaquim De la Cruz, co-founder and CEO of  Flanks

30th April, 2025

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Banking

Next-Gen Bank Branches: The Evolution from Transaction Hubs to Experience Centers

The traditional bank branch, once defined by long teller lines and routine transactions, is undergoi...

28th April, 2025

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The Banking Talent Crunch: How Financial Institutions Are Competing for Digital-Native Skills

The banking industry is advancing deeper into the digital era, but the pace of transformation is exp...

25th April, 2025

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Banking

Beyond Interest: How Banks Are Reimagining Revenue in the Digital Age

Traditional banking models, long reliant on net interest income, face significant challenges as inte...

25th April, 2025

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Embedding ESG in Banking: Risk, Regulation, and the Road Ahead

Banks are under increasing pressure in 2025 to embed environmental, social, and governance (ESG) pri...

18th April, 2025

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Using Behavioral Analytics to Strengthen Customer Retention in Banking

Banks and credit unions are facing mounting pressure to retain customers, with attrition rates reac...

17th April, 2025

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The Rise of Super Apps: How Financial Institutions Are Revolutionizing Digital Services

As consumer habits shift toward mobile-first, on-demand platforms, financial institutions are rethin...

11th April, 2025

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Banking on the Circular Economy: How Financial Institutions Are Shaping a More Sustainable Future

While the core principles of circularity—reuse, regeneration, and closed-loop systems—remain globall...

8th April, 2025

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What are banks really looking for in the lending space?

Financial institutions lending to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) recognize that while demand fo...

2nd April, 2025