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#PwCProud to have been featured as one of the global case studies in our Global Annual Review illustrating how PwC is helping to build #trust in society by tackling some of society's most pressing challenges. AEON Bank wanted to create a digital bank from scratch that would deliver #innovative and #inclusive financial services to retail customers in Malaysia while winning #customer trust. Hence, it asked us to use our expertise in this area to help AEON Bank to achieve its vision. In just five months, and together with our Alliance Partner Salesforce, we collaborated with AEON Bank to design its new Islamic digital bank - Malaysia's first such Islamic digital bank - which catered to specific priorities of different customer segments. Trust is the foundation of business success. We are humbled to have played our part in setting up Malaysia's first Islamic digital bank that delivers innovative and inclusive financial services to retail customers in the country. Learn more on how we supported AEON Bank in this journey: https://bit.ly/4aElVUB Understand how our global network of over 370,000 people across 149 countries helped to build trust in society and solve important problems over the last year: https://lnkd.in/d7KQd4_R #SustainedOutcomes #DigitalBanking #FinancialServices #Salesforce #CRM #Alliance #DigitalTransformation #Strategy #Technology #People

What a year 2023 has been for UOB! From Taylor-made experiences curated exclusively for our cardholders, to crossing the eight million unique customer threshold with the completion of the acquisition of Citigroup’s consumer banking businesses in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, last year has been transformational as we bring the best of what the Bank has to offer, to our customers and stakeholders. Here’s a snapshot of our proudest achievements in retail banking last year, which could not have been possible without the support of fellow colleagues, customers and partners: - Over 8 million unique customers (+15% year on year); - Assets under management +14% year on year; - Digitally engaged customers compromising 68% of customer base (up from 58% in 2022); and - Exclusive regional tie-ups and deals, particularly in entertainment where we were the Official Bank and Presale Partner for the Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour in Singapore, and the Regional Presenting Sponsor for the Ed Sheeran +-=÷× Tour in ASEAN. More details of what we’ve achieved last year can be found in our Annual Report 2023: https://lnkd.in/gr6U7G7M. We cannot wait to show everyone our line-up in 2024. Stay tuned! #buildingthefutureofAsean #blueblood Ronnie Lim Elaine Fan Yuttachai Teyarachakul Vira-anong C Phutrakul Henry Choi Bea Tan Paul Kim Pratik Bhattacharjee Winston Lim Beng Hua Lim Wan Sim Choo Sivea Pascale Philip Lim Jagan Kanthadai Wee Leng Pek Billy Giam Annie Tan

Malaysian bank brand CIMB is No.29 in the 2024 #KantarBrandZ Top 30 Most Valuable Southeast Asian Brands ranking. CIMB offers a broad range of banking and other financial services across the 16 countries in which it operates. It has a strong emphasis on providing simple and secure digital options. It promotes financial inclusion in communities traditionally underserved by the banking sector - supporting individuals and businesses whether micro, small, or medium. Read more in the full report: https://loom.ly/8GqLexk #KantarBrandZ #BrandZ

Maybank was named Best Trade Finance Bank in Malaysia for its combination of digital innovation, extensive network, diverse product offerings, and commitment to customer experience that differentiates it from its competitors.     This institution is the first in its market to offer a full suite of online trade finance products via Tradeconnex, enabling streamlined applications, processing, and tracking.      It also advanced sustainable finance by implementing a green trade facility for a key electric vehicle customer, aligning with Malaysia’s drive towards greener mobility.     The Transaction Finance Awards 2024 recognises achievements in key business and operational areas of the financial services industry. They programme highlights the winning banks’ annual achievements, competition for market share, and product and operational excellence. The awards were presented on 23 May at the Conrad in Hong Kong in conjunction with The Asian Banker Summit, now in its 25th year.     See all the winners here: https://bit.ly/3QZ66AU     Foo Boon Ping 胡文彬, Chris Kapfer, TAB Global    #TransactionFinanceAwards2024 #BankingAwards #TransactionBanking #CashManagement #TradeFinance #Payments #FinancialServices #BankingExcellence #Tokenization #SustainableBanking #GlobalBankingAwards #Banking #BankingIndustry #Excellence #CorporateBanking #TheAsianBanker #TABGlobal

Accenture joins forces with the Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) to drive a technology transformation initiative, leveraging cutting-edge solutions like hyper-automation and AI. The collaboration seeks to optimize CBD's IT infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and elevate customer experience across personal and business banking services in the Middle East. CBD's COO emphasizes the bank's commitment to innovation, while Accenture aims to provide resources and expertise to accelerate CBD's digital transformation journey, enhancing competitiveness in the market. To know more, read the full article on #theenterprise  #Accenture #CommercialBankofDubai #TechnologyTransformation #BankingServices #Innovation #globalbusiness #theenterprisenews #followformore #global #finance

Exciting times indeed for 🇲🇾 Malaysia's economy as we witness a significant shift in the way we conduct transactions! 💸 The rise of digital payments is not only revolutionizing our everyday financial interactions but is also playing a vital role in enhancing efficiency and convenience for consumers and businesses alike. 🏧 With the growing preference for cashless transactions, understanding the evolving landscape of digital payments has never been more critical. As we delve into the latest statistics and trends, it's fascinating to see how this digital transformation is reshaping our economy and what that means for the future. Don't miss out on the opportunity to stay informed and ahead of the curve! Explore the insights here: https://okt.to/QpqLm1 #FinastraPayments

Catch this video highlighting the Bank’s ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, inclusivity and enhanced customer experience. We’ve unveiled a brand new lifestyle banking space - Maybank Singapore MSpace@Maybank Tower, and launched the Maybank myimpact SME initiative and HERpower programme empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to achieve greater success through values-based financing solutions. #MaybankSingapore #ESG #SME

📣 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀!📣 My name is Mohamad Fadhirul Adib bin Ahmad Tarmizi, and I am a final-year Bachelor of Philosophy, Law and Business student from Universiti Utara Malaysia. As part of my Thinker’s Project (UTPX4998), I am conducting a survey titled ‘𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗸’𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗫: 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀’ 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻’. This survey aims to understand your current experience and future expectations with Maybank’s digital platforms. Your feedback will be invaluable in shaping future digital customer experience (CX) strategies that meet the needs and preferences of tertiary students like us. The survey will take just 𝟱-𝟴 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 of your time, and rest assured, your responses will be kept strictly confidential. Click on the link below to start the survey. Let’s contribute to the future of digital banking together! https://tally.so/r/nPAKOQ Thank you in advance for your time and valuable input! 😎

Singapore's OCBC celebrates a phenomenal year, announcing record net profits of S$7.02 billion for FY23. With a focus on diversified income streams and disciplined cost management, OCBC is paving the way for sustained growth and value creation. Read more about their impressive financial results and strategic vision at https://lnkd.in/d_S4KaHu #OCBC #FinancialPerformance #GrowthStrategy"

𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲, 𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬. Many things can remind us of Singapore, from our distinctive Singlish to our diverse local foods, and even the numerous ballots we enter for life’s important events. Local companies, too, serve as reminders of our heritage. Among them, OCBC stands out. As Singapore’s oldest local bank, OCBC has grown to become one of the largest banks in Southeast Asia. In this article, part of our DollarsAndSense's heritage series, we explore OCBC’s incredible journey. From its humble beginnings to its current status as a banking giant, discover how strategic decisions, resilient leadership, and a commitment to innovation propelled OCBC to the forefront of the financial sector. Dive into the rich history of OCBC and see how a small country like Singapore produced such a powerful financial institution. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMiyRNn7 #OCBC #BankingHeritage #FinancialGrowth #SoutheastAsia #SingaporeBanks #DollarsAndSenseSG #HeritageSeries #BankingHistory #FinancialInnovation #SingaporeHeritage #DollarsAndSense