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Asia-Pacific solidifies global trade leadership as Singapore tops rankings
Asia-Pacific solidifies global trade leadership as Singapore tops rankings
The city-state led in trade depth and breadth whilst it ranked second in capital flows.
2 hours ago
Global rapid diagnostic kits market to soar past $61b by 2034
Global rapid diagnostic kits market to soar past $61b by 2034
It is due to the rising awareness of point-of-care diagnostics, amongst others.
2 hours ago
Thailand eyes 50% clean energy in 2026 after 2025 feed-in-tariff delays
Thailand eyes 50% clean energy in 2026 after 2025 feed-in-tariff delays
The 2026–2050 Power Plan targets over 50% clean energy.
2 hours ago
Grid flexibility to decide renewable energy returns: report
Grid flexibility to decide renewable energy returns: report
BCG warns inflexibility threatens green investment.
8 hours ago
Hydrogen ship safety demands secondary enclosures, study finds
Hydrogen ship safety demands secondary enclosures, study finds
A study warned hydrogen’s low ignition energy makes it riskier than LNG, requiring automated barriers.
3 days ago
Rampant scams cost Singapore $734m in fraud losses in 2025, report says
Rampant scams cost Singapore $734m in fraud losses in 2025, report says
A new global audit report found $17.75b in total illicit activity, driven by organised crime and drug trafficking.
4 days ago
Hong Kong loses $7.52b to fraud as AI use rises
Hong Kong loses $7.52b to fraud as AI use rises
Money laundering in the city hit $17.28b amidst increased AI-driven schemes.
4 days ago
Global dental articulators market to reach $227.8m by 2030
Global dental articulators market to reach $227.8m by 2030
Growth is driven by ageing populations and new articulator designs.
6 days ago
China manufacturing PMI falls to 49.0 in February as small enterprises contract to two-year low
China manufacturing PMI falls to 49.0 in February as small enterprises contract to two-year low
Factories saw weaker orders and imports.
Gene and cell therapy boom drives DNA manufacturing market toward $21.82B by 2034
Gene and cell therapy boom drives DNA manufacturing market toward $21.82B by 2034
Biotech investments fuel DNA manufacturing in Asia-Pacific.
Taiwan SME loan book stable, impairment ratio anchored at 1.4%
Taiwan SME loan book stable, impairment ratio anchored at 1.4%
Loans supported by 2.1% domestic demand growth, Fitch says.
APAC energy producers to gain, refiners to face cost pressure amidst Iran conflict
APAC energy producers to gain, refiners to face cost pressure amidst Iran conflict
Energy exporters in Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia could see stronger revenues.
Fitch: APAC utilities equipped to withstand immediate energy shock rom Iran crisis
Fitch: APAC utilities equipped to withstand immediate energy shock rom Iran crisis
Most regional energy firms are shielded by diversified fuel sources and cost pass‑through.
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Singapore firms told to prioritise pay for critical talent
Demand outstrips supply in tech, AI, cybersecurity, and finance roles.
7 hours ago
Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers
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Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.
4 days ago
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Manulife’s Leah Ng says better governance boosts women’s leadership
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Equity cannot rely only on good intentions; it must be built into systems.
6 days ago
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Nina Ong drives AI and talent upgrades at Great Eastern Life
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The big boss credits their edge to diversity: over a third of senior roles are women.
MyRepublic launches 5G wireless broadband in Indonesia
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The service aims to extend broadband beyond fibre coverage.
SM Supermalls pivots to experience-led retail with $2.6b national rollout
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The group plans to open one flagship mall each year.
PGE starts low-carbon project in Banten
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It aims to reach 1 gigawatt of installed capacity within two to three years.
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1. Manulife’s Leah Ng says better governance boosts women’s leadership 2. How APAC cyber gap exposes households to fraud 3. Rampant scams cost Singapore $734m in fraud losses in 2025, report says 4. Hong Kong loses $7.52b to fraud as AI use rises 5. Singapore firms told to prioritise pay for critical talentAwards
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Its initiatives enhanced road safety, addressed overloaded vehicles, and enabled prescriptive maintenance.
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