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DBS signs MOU to support growth and innovation of financial services in Suzhou, Jiangsu

In conjunction with the 12th Singapore-Jiangsu Cooperation Council, DBS today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Suzhou Industrial Park Administration Committee (SIPAC) to support the growth and innovation of financial services in the Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP).

21 November 2018

Company announcement

DBS Hong Kong lets customers apply for credit cards from mobile phone

In a world of instant gratification, DBS Bank (Hong Kong) is elevating the customer experience to a whole new level, with the launch of a revolutionary way for new customers to instantly get their hands on a DBS credit card, and immediately start enjoying it from the comfort and convenience of their mobile phone.

15 November 2018

Company announcement

DBS speeds up SME payments from QR code purchases

In an all-out push to get small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to adopt digital payment solutions, DBS will be launching Singapore’s first mobile-based QR payment collection solution that will enable SMEs to receive funds instantly from their customers and vendors.

09 November 2018

News

NZ bank ASB sets blockchain trades in motion with VerifyUnion; DBS debuts commodity pricing platform

ASB has partnered with VerifyUnion, a decentralised identification platform, to launch New Zealand’s first bank blockchain single trade window.

01 November 2018

News

DBS Hong Kong launches Startup Xchange

DBS in Hong Kong is taking a long-term view of the startup ecosystem, setting up a programme for young fintech companies to work in tandem with the bank on innovative solutions that address distinct business problems.

30 October 2018

News/payments

DBS launches Facebook Messenger bot for restaurant orders

Singapore-based DBS has begun testing a chatbot that allows customers to order and pay for meals at participating restaurants through Facebook Messenger.

29 October 2018

News

OCBC rolls out real-time account opening for SMEs

Singapore's OCBC Bank is extending its instant account opening service to small traders, mining the Government's national data repository MyInfo to offer on-the-spot account numbers and payment approval.

03 October 2018

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DBS taps WhatsApp and WeChat for wealth client communications

Singapore-based DBS has launched a chat service that lets its wealth clients interact and transact with their relationship managers via WhatsApp and WeChat.

11 September 2018

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DBS launches property marketplace

DBS continues to take advantage of new rules that let Singapore's banks move into non-financial sectors, launching an online property marketplace.

25 July 2018

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Hong Kong plans September go-live for blockchain-based trade finance

A coalition of leading transaction banks in Hong Kong are plotting a September go-live date for a blockchain-based trade finance platform, supported by the territory's central bank.

17 July 2018

Company announcement

Eleven startups pitch at DBS accelerator demo day

Potential investors and members of the local startup community at the DBS Accelerator Demo Day got a sneak peek at the future of banking, as the founders of 11 startups from Hong Kong and around the world showcased impactful FinTech solutions to enhance the customer’s digital journey, data analytics, compliance transformation and more.

27 June 2018

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DBS to use robot to screen applicants for human jobs

DBS is using an AI-based recruitment agent to pre-screen candidates for job interviews, reviewing CVs, firing off questions and conducting psychometric tests.

15 June 2018