The global landscape and the future of financial services

As the global financial landscape shifts under the weight of geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, and rapid technological change, financial institutions must navigate an increasingly complex environment. In this session, senior leaders from Standard Chartered, AMRO, and Deutsche Bank share insights on how macroeconomic uncertainties and emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain are transforming transaction banking. The discussion will explore strategies for managing liquidity, enhancing cross-border flows, and adapting to evolving regulatory demands in a volatile global market.

  • Geopolitical and macroeconomic forces shaping the future of financial services and transaction banking.
  • The role of AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies in redefining cross-border finance.
  • Institutional strategies for balancing risk, innovation, and regulatory compliance in a fast-changing landscape.

Ankur Kanwar

Head of Transaction Banking & Cash Management, Singapore and ASEAN Standard Chartered

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Allen Ng

Group Head and Principal Economist, ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO)

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Sebastien Avot

Managing Director, Regional Head Institutional Cash & Trade, APAC Deutsche Bank

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