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BNM Publishes Bank Rakyat Penalty Months After Imposing It, Raising Questions On Disclosure Timing

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Malaysia's RMiT policy framework requires financial institutions to detect, respond to, and recover from cyber threats under strict timelines. Bank Rakyat fell short on multiple counts.

AI-Native Design Planned For BankX Bank As SCBX Targets Thailand Underserved Segments

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Thailand's virtual banking framework limits licences to three groups. With SCBX, Krungthai, and Ascend Money all in pre-launch preparation, branchless banking is months away.

Indonesia Secures USD10.2 Billion In Investment Agreements With South Korea

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South Korea identified Indonesia's LNG and coal supply role as strategically critical amid the Middle East energy crisis reshaping Asian investment flows.

TransNusa Adds Lombok As Its Domestic Network Widens

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The new TransNusa Jakarta to Lombok service arrives as Indonesia positions Lombok as a credible alternative to Bali for both leisure and adventure travel segments.

Singtel Exits Dash As Western Union Completes First APAC Wallet Acquisition

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Singtel exits Dash as part of its Singtel28 strategy to refocus on core connectivity and digital infrastructure businesses.

From Remittance-Only To Full Financial Infrastructure: Airwallex’s Malaysia Upgrade

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Airwallex grew its Malaysia team 66 percent in 2025 and plans to double headcount again in 2026, signaling long-term market commitment.

Pope Leo Calls For Peace, Renewal In His 1st Easter Mass Message

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Pope Leo XIV encouraged the faithful to embrace renewal and remain grounded in faith.

DBS Bank Suffers Digital Banking Disruption In Singapore, MAS Engages On Root Cause

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Physical cards and ATMs stayed operational during the DBS outage, but cashless-dependent customers were left stranded at checkout.

Bongao Fuel Crisis: Philippine Energy Emergency Reaches The Country’s Southernmost Communities

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Mayor Jasper Que appealed to oil companies in Zamboanga City to allow drum purchases. In the absence of fuel, the congressional office distributed ₱5,000 cash to tricycle drivers who had nowhere to fill up.

Singapore Activates Apex Crisis Body As Strait Of Hormuz Disruptions Threaten Energy And Supply Chains

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The HCMC's mandate has expanded beyond fuel to cover food supply shocks, fertilizer costs, diplomatic risks, and security contingencies.
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