Itaú builds generative AI for customers and staff with ia.i and IARA
Itaú is using ia.i and the IARA governance platform to extend generative AI across customers and employees in a regulated banking market.
HKMA launches ART framework for responsible AI adoption in banking
HKMA introduced its ART framework to guide responsible AI use in banking, alongside updated guidance, a data-sharing platform and Sandbox++ testing.
Hong Kong's Deposit Protection Scheme Marks 20 Years of Banking Stability
Hong Kong's Deposit Protection Scheme celebrates 20 years of bolstering banking confidence, with HK$3.6 trillion in protected deposits.
Banks Bet on Tokenized Assets, But Only 15% Are Production-Ready
Banks are embracing tokenized deposits and securities, but just 15% of custody infrastructure is ready for real-world use.
U.S. Bank Pilots USBDC Stablecoin on Stellar (XLM) for Cross-Border Payments
U.S. Bank completed its first live transaction using USBDC on Stellar (XLM), moving real money cross-border. Here's why this matters for institutional crypto.
Hong Kong Deposit Protection Scheme Covers HK$3.6T in 2025-26
HKDPB Annual Report 2025-26 reveals record HK$3.6 trillion deposits covered, with public confidence at 86.7% ahead of scheme's 20th anniversary.
European Banks Push Stablecoins and Tokenization for 2026
European and UK banks ramp up digital asset infrastructure with stablecoins, tokenized securities, and MiCA compliance leading the way.
How AI in the Agentic Economy Could Reshape Banking
AI-driven economic activity is challenging banks to redefine roles in trust, programmable money, and risk governance. Here's what that means.
Banking Group Seeks Delay on GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
American Bankers Association requests 60-day extension to comment on GENIUS Act regulations, potentially delaying U.S. stablecoin implementation.
HKMA, HKAB Form Taskforce to Finance Northern Metropolis Growth
The HKMA and HKAB have launched a taskforce with 15 banks to explore financing solutions for Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis development.