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Calling all Asset Owner and Manager Leaders, check out this powerhouse session with titans of the industry discussing and sharing critical insights around portfolio components such as: - #digitalassets 🚀 - #privatemarkets …and strategies on how to future proof your business…not a session to be missed! #openingupaworldofopportunity #HSBCLeadershipForum #SecuritiesServices #AssetServicing

How can the wealth revolution in Asia bring new opportunities for asset owners and managers? From the rise of digital assets to the reallocation of funds to private markets, learn from our experts and unlock strategies to future-proof your business. Speak to your HSBC representative to find out more. Susan Chan Daisy Ho Mark Konyn #HSBCLeadershipForum #SecuritiesServices #AssetServicing

HSBC adds another accolade to its tokenization pedigree. HSBC issued an HK$ 1B digital bond using its own Orion platform today.  It was the first English law digital bond issued in Hong Kong. This means the issuance will be speaking in common international legalese and attract a broader set of investors. HSBC took on multiple roles in the issuance process to build up execution capabilities, including issuer, platform provider, arranger, dealer, sole bookrunner and joint lead manager. HSBC has been quite active in tokenization space as it ramps up its own tokenization products and services, including: 1️⃣ Leading Series C round in HQLAᵡ in April 2024. HQLA is a tokenized collateral management platform that solves inefficiencies in cross-custodian collateral transfer and settlement. You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/eP57FJFx 2️⃣ Leading the Series A round in Marketnode, a FMI platform based in Singapore. While HQLA focuses on collateral management, MarketNode focuses on tokenizing the entire issuance to distribution to record keeping value chain involved in fund management business. In both cases, a senior HSBC executive is joining the startup as a board member. - Jamie Anderson, Head of Collateral Treasury Trading, is joining HQLAx - John O'Neill, Global Head of Digital Asset Strategy, is joining MarketNode Will HSBC have capabilities to outsell its global competition? I dive deep into the tokenization space through my research and GTM advisory work. To stay ahead of the curve: 💡 Join 4,500+ readers at Tokenization Insight research newsletter https://lnkd.in/eY7Nb7iQ ✉ Book a limited advisory appointment https://lnkd.in/eu2WrRHe 🤝 Save hours of research AND get exclusive insights by Subscribing at https://lnkd.in/gTxp8uWM #tokenization #digitalassets #financialservices

Citi on the #tokenization of private markets: The vision is an end-state of digitally native investment products that are created, traded, and administered entirely on #DLT infrastructure. Digitally native products have the potential to enable better #distribution, unlock new product #capabilities, and deliver operational #efficiencies. The transactions are also fully #traceable and #auditable with the potential to exist on a shared infrastructure resulting in reduced reconciliation overhead. 

I attended the OCBC AGM with no intention of seeking "redress or revenge." Instead, I opted to quietly observe the proceedings. My friends asked some questions. I found the historical reflections shared during the meeting quite surprising. Given my interest in Chinese history, I couldn't help but draw parallels to some key lessons: #1. It's essential to learn from the successes and failures of the past and adapt for the future. #2. Nostalgia for past achievements can hinder progress; it's crucial to acknowledge that times have changed. #3. Addressing legacy issues head-on is imperative; brushing them aside only exacerbates the problem. The concept of conglomerates seems outdated, reminiscent of a bygone era (Dino from Jurassic Age?), with many failing to thrive in today's landscape. The straightforward perspective offered by the DBS CEO resonated with me, and I couldn't help but chuckle as I read about it. (Edited with ChatGPT, it really writes better than me)

Fintech Surges in MENA Though Talent and Capital Gaps Persist. In order to sustain this momentum, greater efforts must be put forth to fill both the talent and the capital gaps, a new report by Strategy&, the strategy consulting business unit of Big Four consultancy PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), says. #fintech

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗻-𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? We analysed 20 corporate spin-offs to find the answer - in today’s spotlight:  Zing. The international money app presents HSBC’s strategic move to compete in the dynamic market of global banking - currently dominated by innovative newcomers Wise and Revolut. Using their existing corporate strength to scale this venture, these are the strategic decisions made: 🔍 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 — Zing seamlessly integrates into HSBC's ecosystem, recognised as 'part of HSBC Group' on their website, maintaining independence while leveraging HSBC's reputation. 🧬 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 — Operating within HSBC's core domain ensures an aligned focus for enhanced synergy and market positioning. 💼 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 — Fully owned by HSBC after legal separation, Zing benefits from the stability and support of a global banking giant, while HSBC retains full financial control and stake. An 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱 and 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 for the parent company like HSBC should be the way to go for every corporate spin-off. 🚀 Round of applause for CEO and founder James Allan 安志明 and his team 👏🏻 There’s a lot more on the horizon for Zing. Want to explore more strategic landscapes of corporate spin-offs? Download our new report “𝟮𝟬 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗻-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀”. Link in the comments below👇🏻 🗣️ Feel free to drop any questions about managing the relationship between a spin-off and its parent company in the comments! #CorporateSpinoffs #LegalSeparation #SpinoffStrategies #CorporateVenturing #Zing #HSBC #BusinessInsights #FinancialControl #StartupSpeed #BundlReports #CorporateInnovation

Proud to represent impak Analytics at the BNY Mellon's panel discussing 'Facilitating Global Trade with Efficiency' with Sufyan Ahmad, Marco Nindl and Joon Kim in London. A big thank you to BNY Mellon for organizing this event! It is encouraging to witness sustainability being a central topic in Trade Finance discussions and the collaborative efforts within the trade community to address this challenge. Transparency and data accessibility have become paramount in ensuring traceability in the supply chain and promoting accountability among all involved stakeholders. This underlines the growing necessity for sustainability reporting in trade finance transactions! These positive shifts align with the ongoing advancements in automation, digitalization, and the standardization of sustainability-related reporting and regulations. Exciting times ahead! #TradeFinance #Sustainability #GlobalTradeEfficiency #Sustainabletradefinance #Sustainablefinance #ESG

Through Morgan Stanley Wealth Management's Private Markets Transaction Desk, eligible clients can now buy and sell shares of eligible private companies. Learn more about how to gain access to a distinct array of private market opportunities. #privatemarkets #morganstanley