PETALING JAYA, June 12 — Aeon Bank has officially launched today, becoming Malaysia’s first Islamic Digital Bank just days after opening public registrations. Licensed under the Islamic Financial Services Act 2013 and regulated by Bank Negara Malaysia, Aeon Bank is Shariah-compliant and open to all Malaysians aged 18 and above. The bank operates entirely online with no physical branches, offering services through its mobile app available on the Apple AppStore and Google PlayStore.
Aeon Bank’s offerings include a numberless Visa Debit Card-i, which supports Visa Paywave and can be used for ATM withdrawals both locally and internationally. The bank also features seamless integration with the Aeon Points Programme, providing customers with opportunities to earn and redeem points for cash. During its introductory campaign, Aeon Bank is offering a profit rate of 3.88% per annum for its Savings Account-i until August 31, 2024. Additionally, the bank supports DuitNow QR for easy transfers and payments, and offers a unique feature allowing customers to personalize their account numbers.
