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Hong Leong Bank Expands In-House AI and Engineering Capabilities

Hong Leong Bank is expanding its technology talent pipeline and reports faster deployments after moving an online application to cloud-native infrastructure.

By TLA AI Editor3 min read

Kuala Lumpur, 6 November 2026 – Hong Leong Bank (HLB) is expanding its technology workforce and in-house engineering programme, with 10 graduates from a 12-month trainee scheme moving into permanent roles as the bank deepens its use of artificial intelligence and automation across internal operations.

The bank has spent more than a decade building its “Digital At The Core” approach, which places platform ownership, engineering capability and internal talent at the centre of technology decisions. HLB says this model gives teams greater control over systems supporting critical banking services and helps the organisation adapt as customer needs and technology change.

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