All posts tagged "IFC"
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341FeatureMAS to Launch Decentralised Credentials Platform for Fintechs
MAS is launching a decentralised platform that will help banks assess the credentials, compliance readiness and credibility of fintech firms.
November 10, 2021 -
143Hong KongIFC, HKMA Join Forces on New Climate Finance Initiative
The programme will combine institutional investor contributions with IFC funds to scale up climate-responsible financing for private companies in emerging markets.
November 5, 2021 -
308Big PictureEmerging Markets Rapidly Progressing Sustainable Finance Frameworks
The Sustainable Banking and Finance Network says 32 member countries have launched national frameworks that set expectations for FIs to manage ESG risk.
November 4, 2021 -
189AML / KYCIFC to Develop e-KYC Infrastructure for Bangladesh
International Finance Corporation will help Bangladesh's FIU develop e-KYC infrastructure to advance digital transformation and financial inclusion.
November 1, 2021 -
160FeatureHK to Maintain Covid Restrictions Despite Plea from FIs – Report
A government spokesperson reportedly said the city continue to strive to reach ‘zero infection’ and the top priority remains reopening travel to the mainland.
October 27, 2021 -
251FeatureHK Financial Sector Calls for Easing of Covid Restrictions
Nearly half of surveyed FIs are considering moving staff or functions away from Hong Kong due to operational challenges, including travel and quarantine uncertainty.
October 26, 2021 -
204Asia-PacificSEC Philippines Creates Office to Facilitate Capital Raising by SMEs
The new office will simplify capital raising, streamline registration processes, and promote SME-friendly underwriting and advisory programmes at FIs.
September 23, 2021 -
355Fintech / RegtechAFIN, R3 Partner to Launch CBDC Sandbox on APIX Platform
MAS' Sopnendu Mohanty says the collaboration will enable the global fintech ecosystem to better understand financial innovations around digital currencies.
June 17, 2021 -
320Hong KongHK Green Banks Alliance Hosts First Roundtable
HKMA Chief Eddie Yue urged banks to transform into 'green banks'. HSBC and BOCHK announced plans to expand their green finance business.
April 30, 2021 -
337Hong KongHKMC Signs Infrastructure Financing MoUs with Five Banks
The partner banks will identify infrastructure-related loan assets for the HKMC's Infrastructure Financing and Securitisation business.
March 22, 2021
