State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)
Promote cross-border bilateral payments via QR Code
On August 21, 2024, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) coordinated with the Payment Department (State Bank of Vietnam) to organize a meeting to promote bilateral retail payments via QR codes between Vietnam and countries in the region, along with a number of issues of concern in the Circular No. 40/2024/TT-NHNN dated July 17, 2024 regulating the provision of intermediary payment services.
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Central bank targets ongoing price control of gold market
On June 5, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) announced the direct selling price of SJC-branded gold bars at four state-owned commercial banks at VND76.98 million ($3,200) per tael, down VND1 million ($41.50) per tael compared to the previous day.
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Larger lenders in good growth stead
Despite uncertainties in the banking sector, investment opportunities remain, especially for larger banks with stronger credit growth and those with close ties to real estate developers.
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AI application in preventing money laundering and financial crimes
On June 11, 2024, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) in collaboration with LUCID Groupe Pte.Ltd (LUCID) and Symphony AI Group organized a workshop themed "Application of artificial intelligence (AI) in preventing and combating financial crimes", to update and share the latest trends and technology solutions in preventing and combating money laundering, fraud and financial crimes.
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Settlement of weak banks remains tough
The settlement of weak banks has faced difficulties as the work mainly depends on the voluntary participation of well-performed banks, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) said.
