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AI can cut insurer costs 20% but adoption lags across sector
AI can cut insurer costs 20% but adoption lags across sector
Firms using the technology can also lift premiums by around 3% to 5%.
29 minutes ago
Singapore job postings fall 4.5% to five-year low in February
Singapore job postings fall 4.5% to five-year low in February
Demand remains high in ‘pharmacy’ and ‘sports’.
18 hours ago
DHL scales automation in Vietnam logistics operations
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DHL scales automation in Vietnam logistics operations
Automation and infrastructure support high-tech shifts.
19 hours ago
CVF bloc leads solar uptake, surpassing US in electrotech transition
CVF bloc leads solar uptake, surpassing US in electrotech transition
Solar imports run 3x above official capacity in eight of 10 countries.
20 hours ago
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
21 hours ago
Greater China manufacturing expands in March despite rising input costs
Greater China manufacturing expands in March despite rising input costs
PMI rebounds as new orders and output rise, whilst purchase prices hit its highest level since 2022.
21 hours ago
New Zealand cards slated for 1.8% growth as fee caps spur use
New Zealand cards slated for 1.8% growth as fee caps spur use
Rewards, discounts, and flexible payment schemes.
21 hours ago
APAC mobile services market to surpass $347b by 2030 on 5G Boom
APAC mobile services market to surpass $347b by 2030 on 5G Boom
Mobile data dominated revenue as usage doubles and voice income declines across the region, GlobalData says.
22 hours ago
Singapore manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion
Singapore manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion
SIPMM notes positive outlook despite slower expansion and geopolitical uncertainties, led by electronics sector demand.
1 day ago
APAC dominates turbine market as OECD curbs coal installs
APAC dominates turbine market as OECD curbs coal installs
The region is expected to hold 76.9% of global steam turbine share in 2025.
1 day ago
Property investment sales hit $15.4b in Q1 as market strength rolls over from 2025
Property investment sales hit $15.4b in Q1 as market strength rolls over from 2025
Knight Frank maintained a full-year forecast at $30b despite geopolitical uncertainties.
1 day ago
Starbucks eyes 20,000 China stores as Boyu Capital takes majority stake
Starbucks eyes 20,000 China stores as Boyu Capital takes majority stake
Starbucks retains 40% ownership and continues to own and license its brand.
1 day ago
Investment banking fees hit three-year high in Q1 as M&A value surges
Investment banking fees hit three-year high in Q1 as M&A value surges
LSEG data showed fees rose 8.2% to $240.9m, whilst deal values jumped to a record $66.6b despite lower volumes.
1 day ago
Why 47% of insurers see competition forcing finance change
Why 47% of insurers see competition forcing finance change
Regulatory shifts, consumer demands and expansion plans also ranked amongst the top pressures.
2 days ago
Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.
5 days ago
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LNG bunkering rules raise costs and lock suppliers into full value chain
They must own or charter LNG bunkering vessels and secure storage and delivery capacity.
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S P Setia Berhad recognised for AI-enabled innovation at Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2026
Setia applied AI across sales and construction workflows through collaborations with proptech startups.



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