



The Intersection of AI and Sustainability in Asean Banking
In the latest episode of the EY NextWave Banking in Asia-Pacific podcast, EY Asean Financial Services Managing Partner Sumit Narayanan, and Bank of Singapore’s Managing Director and Head, Platforms & Integration, Karthik Shenoy, explore the growing synergy between artificial intelligence (AI) and s…

Why private credit and ESG investments are top priorities for treasurers
In this episode, host Andrew Gilder – Partner, Financial Services, Ernst & Young Australia and Shin Yamazaki - Managing Director and Head of Transaction Banking Asia-Pacific at SMBC delve into the EY Voice of the Treasurer Survey, revealing insights from CFOs and treasurers across seven markets. T…

Why financial crime prevention is a crucial battle for banks today
In this episode, Nick Davison, EY Oceania Financial Crime Leader and Duncan Jepson, Founder of Liberty Shared, dive into the societal impact of financial crime and the innovative strategies being employed to combat it. Join them for an in-depth exploration of the changing face of financial crime ov…

How GenAI is transforming operations in APAC banks
In the 11th episode of the EY NextWave Banking in Asia-Pacific podcast, industry leaders Lukas Bower - EY Asia-Pacific Financial Services Generative AI Leader and Dr. Andrew McMullan - Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) delve into the transformative impact of G…

How to strengthen cyber resilience in Asia-Pacific banks
Cyber attacks have caused unprecedented disruption and financial damage across various industry sectors. This gave rise to the pressing need for cyber resilience in Asia-Pacific financial services institutions, with a particular focus on banks. But what are the approaches necessary for leadership t…

How Asia-Pacific banks can build a future-ready workforce
The banking industry is changing rapidly, and a people-centric approach can help banks stay ahead of the curve. How can a focus on human-centricity and skills-led transformation drive growth and innovation in the banking industry? What are the benefits of a culture that supports continuous learning…

How Chief Risk Officers are navigating a changing banking landscape in Asia-Pacific
From geopolitical tensions to macroeconomic uncertainty, the banking industry is facing numerous challenges in the fast-changing external environment. With the increased volatility and interconnected risks brought on by recent events and macroeconomic uncertainty, Chief Risk Officers are facing …

How to establish trust around banks’ sustainability practices
Sustainability is now higher up on the list of every bank's strategic priorities investors. Regulators and stakeholders across society are increasingly demanding greater transparency from financial institutions to enable sustainable finance in order to create long-term value. In part two of this …

How Asia-Pacific banking leaders can create a net-zero future
In response to the need of moving towards sustainable banking, global banks have committed to bringing down emissions to net-zero by 2050. If we are to truly transform the global economy, we need a sea change in capital flows, and in the financial industry that guides them. Financial services o…

How technology and sustainability drive the future of investment banks
Firms operating across the capital markets, particularly investment banks, are facing an exceptionally challenging operating environment today. The COVID-19 pandemic, rising consumer expectations, and high inflation rates are all generational challenges that are now converging in 2023, and beyond, …