A Report by CYS Global Remit Customer Success Management Team When businesses need to pay overseas suppliers, their first instinct is usually to engage a cross-border payment provider in their own country. It feels familiar, convenient, and safe. However, many businesses may not realize that this default choice could be costing them more than necessary. A lesser-known alternative is to work directly with a payment provider located in the recipient's country. Depending on the

A Report by CYS Global Remit Network Admin Support Team Among the many iconic dishes of Malaysia, few are as visually captivating as Nasi Kerabu. With its striking blue rice, vibrant herbs, and rich assortment of accompaniments, it is a dish that immediately catches the eye. Yet beyond its colourful appearance lies a culinary tradition deeply rooted in the culture and heritage of Kelantan, a state on Malaysia's east coast. For generations, Nasi Kerabu has been a staple among

A Report by CYS Global Remit Counterparty Sales & Alliance Unit EUR/SGD 1.4850 – 1.4900 Foreign-exchange markets often attract the most attention when currencies are making dramatic moves, but some of the most telling signals emerge during quieter periods. This week, the relationship between the British pound and the euro has been defined less by volatility and more by a cautious repricing of expectations. While neither currency has experienced a major breakout, sterling h

A Report by CYS Global Remit FinTech Development Unit Sending USD to the United States can often take less than a day. Sending Chinese Yuan (CNY) to China, however, may take several days, require additional documentation, and occasionally even be returned for further clarification. To many customers, this can feel frustrating and unnecessary. In reality, it is not simply a matter of banks being difficult. It reflects the way different currencies are designed to move through t

A Report by CYS Global Remit Digital Media Marketing Team Ask most SME owners what business they are in, and the answers are usually straightforward. A distributor sells products. A manufacturer produces goods. An importer sources inventory. A property firm closes deals. An investment company manages assets. Very few would describe themselves as being in the treasury business. Yet increasingly, that is exactly what many businesses are becoming. Not because they intend to, but

A Report by CYS Global Remit Counterparty Sales & Alliance Unit USD/SGD 1.2750 – 1.2850 Structural Drivers Behind SGD Stability The Singapore dollar has maintained a notably resilient profile this week, reflecting a combination of policy credibility, safe-haven positioning, and steady capital inflows into Singapore assets. In contrast to several regional currencies that remain highly sensitive to shifts in risk sentiment, commodities, and external demand cycles, the SGD con

A Report by CYS Global Remit Human Resource Management Unit Adapting to Change in a Dynamic Business Environment Change is an inevitable part of any organization, particularly in industries shaped by rapid technological advancements and evolving global dynamics. The ability to adapt quickly and effectively has become a key competitive advantage for businesses seeking long-term success. At CYS, we embrace change not as a disruption, but as an opportunity to grow, innovate, an

A Report by CYS Global Remit Digital Media Marketing Team Over the past decade, the cross-border payments industry has undergone rapid transformation. Faster settlement systems, digital wallets, APIs, blockchain infrastructure, and real-time payment technologies have all reshaped how money moves globally. On paper, the industry has never looked more advanced. Yet despite all the technological progress, one factor continues to sit at the centre of every transaction: trust. Bec

A Report by CYS Global Remit Legal & Compliance Office Part 5: Outlook and Action Plan As regulators around the world strengthen their focus on AI governance, compliance professionals face a new challenge: translating policy expectations into operational reality. Recent initiatives such as Singapore's AI Risk Management Toolkit and AI-powered scam-detection pilot demonstrate that AI governance is rapidly moving from theory to practice. For compliance teams, the question is no