Risks

AI in Cybersecurity: Risks and Rewards
In 2023, cybersecurity researchers developed a proof of concept (PoC) for an AI-generated polymorphic malware called "BlackMamba." BlackMamba exploits a large language model (LLM) to return malicious code that...
Gold stays near record high on Middle East risks, softer US dollar
Gold stays near record high on Middle East risks, softer US dollar
GOLD prices were steady near record highs on Wednesday (Sep 25), as a weaker US dollar and an escalated conflict in the Middle East lifted bullion’s safe-haven appeal, while...
European banks are factoring climate risks into loans, says ECB
European banks are factoring climate risks into loans, says ECB
EUROPEAN banks are factoring climate risks into the terms of mortgages they grant, although they do not fully grasp the potential costs, according to their top regulator.The European Central...
Take calculated risks to revive local market
Take calculated risks to revive local market
SGX RegCo has not gone as far as emulating the Tokyo Stock Exchange – but it hasn’t stopped talking about itA LOT was said this past week about the...
Meituan’s 63% stock surge faces risks in China consumer malaise
Meituan’s 63% stock surge faces risks in China consumer malaise
MEITUAN’S strategy to focus on lower prices has helped the Chinese food delivery company beat sales targets even as the slowing economy drags peers. Investors are now wondering whether...
Calculated risks, bold changes to be taken to revitalise equities market: Chee Hong Tat
Calculated risks, bold changes to be taken to revitalise equities market: Chee Hong Tat
TO REVIVE Singapore’s equities market, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is ready to make bold yet necessary changes after carefully reviewing their trade-offs, said Transport Minister and Second...
Oil prices fall 1% after US crude stocks draw; Libya supply risks limit losses
Oil prices fall 1% after US crude stocks draw; Libya supply risks limit losses
OIL prices settled 1 per cent lower on Wednesday after a smaller-than-expected draw in US crude stockpiles and as concerns over Chinese demand persisted, though losses were capped by supply...
US companies return to currency options to hedge election, macro risks
US companies return to currency options to hedge election, macro risks
US CORPORATIONS are turning to foreign exchange options again to protect their cash flow as they fear the US presidential election and diverging central bank interest-rate policies could spark...
ECB’s Rehn says growth risks bolster case for September cut
ECB’s Rehn says growth risks bolster case for September cut
INCREASING risks to Europe’s growth outlook have reinforced the case for a policy adjustment when the European Central Bank (ECB) meets next month, according to Governing Council member Olli...
Thai central bank to hold rates until Q2 2025, political turmoil risks early cut
Thai central bank to hold rates until Q2 2025, political turmoil risks early cut
THE Bank of Thailand (BOT) will keep interest rates unchanged on Wednesday (Aug 21) and through Q1 2025 to balance growth with inflation control while assessing the impact of...