CYS INSIGHTS

A Report by CYS Global Remit FinTech Development Unit Artificial intelligence has evolved from a buzzword to a critical operational tool in the remittance industry. As KPMG's recent Pulse of Fintech report reveals, AI-focused fintech investment reached US$16.8 billion globally in 2025, with Asia Pacific playing an increasingly active role in this transformation. For remittance providers and their customers, this technology shift is delivering tangible improvements in speed, c

A Report by CYS Global Remit Digital Media Marketing Team In many cross-border transactions, the spotlight naturally falls on the big moments — securing the investment, closing the property purchase, or obtaining approval for immigration. These milestones are exciting and often represent months of planning. Yet behind almost every international deal lies a less visible step that can determine whether everything proceeds smoothly: moving the money. For professionals in propert

A Report by CYS Global Remit Legal & Compliance Office Part 3: Detecting Proliferation Financing Risks – Red Flags and Practical Indicators  Introduction Proliferation Financing (PF) is often hidden behind layers of legitimate trade and financial activity, making it difficult to detect. For compliance professionals in the cross-border payment industry, the ability to identify PF risks in real time is essential — both to prevent regulatory breaches and to protect institutiona

A Report by CYS Global Remit Human Resource Management Unit Why Purpose Matters in Today’s Workplace In today’s fast-paced business environment, employees seek more than just a paycheck. They want their work to carry meaning and align with values they believe in. This is the essence of a purpose-driven culture—a workplace where people understand how their daily contributions support a larger mission. When employees feel connected to a greater purpose, engagement deepens, well

A Report by CYS Global Remit Counterparty Sales & Alliance Unit USD/SGD   1.2750 – 1.2850   Geopolitical Risk, Energy Supply, and the Safe-Haven Dollar The U.S. dollar’s retreat from recent multi-month highs reflects less a structural shift in currency markets and more a short-term unwinding of safe-haven positioning driven by fragile optimism surrounding the Middle East conflict. Reports suggesting that Iranian intelligence officials had signalled openness to exploratory tal