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Global renewable energy investment breach $800b in 2024
Global renewable energy investment breach $800b in 2024
However, the growth of clean power slowed by 7.3% last year.
1 day ago
Pumped hydro key in PH’s clean energy shift
Pumped hydro key in PH’s clean energy shift
This technology offers long-duration storage for the country.
2 days ago
Singapore insurers face rising claims with medical costs set to climb
Singapore insurers face rising claims with medical costs set to climb
57% of insurers expect further increases in medical cost over the next three years.
3 days ago
HK top priority for Italian companies' Asia expansion: survey
HK top priority for Italian companies' Asia expansion: survey
93% believe Hong Kong can effectively support their future Asia expansion plans.
5 days ago
Western Union and TenPay Global launch co-branded store in Singapore
Western Union and TenPay Global launch co-branded store in Singapore
The two are partnering to bring an omni-channel remittance experience.
5 days ago
APAC leads global retail growth with 5% real spending rise
APAC leads global retail growth with 5% real spending rise
APAC is the most balanced omnichannel region globally, with store-based retail sales projected to grow 20.4%.
6 days ago
Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums
Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums
The most commonly skipped claims were for home and car insurance.
3 in 5 Singaporeans worried they can’t afford vital medical care
3 in 5 Singaporeans worried they can’t afford vital medical care
There is also uncertainty over where to seek treatment adds to the problem.
Carbon emissions ratio to world GDP slides 1.6% in 2024: Fitch Ratings
Carbon emissions ratio to world GDP slides 1.6% in 2024: Fitch Ratings
It cited carbon emissions from emerging markets, which accounted for 70% of global emissions.
Molecular spectroscopy market to be valued at $6.4b by 2034
Molecular spectroscopy market to be valued at $6.4b by 2034
Key sectors include pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Workforce unreadiness undermines global AI investments
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Workforce unreadiness undermines global AI investments
Despite heavy spending, firms face talent gaps, cultural resistance, and stalled AI adoption.
Asia-Pacific surpasses pre-pandemic aviation capacity
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Asia-Pacific surpasses pre-pandemic aviation capacity
The growing middle class fuels regional flight demand.
Indonesia’s MedTech import market hit $3.28b in 2024
Indonesia’s MedTech import market hit $3.28b in 2024
The market rebounded by 77.8% after contracting to $1.79b in 2022.
TikTok launches 'Lead Genie' AI chatbot
TikTok launches 'Lead Genie' AI chatbot
When businesses reply within three minutes, conversions can increase by 2.2 times.
Stable JC&C profit seen in 2025 as non-Astra gains balance weaker Astra
Stable JC&C profit seen in 2025 as non-Astra gains balance weaker Astra
Translation gains and portfolio strength underpin earnings outlook
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Ciputra Life eyes more clients beyond group network
Rising health benefit demand is driving deeper ties with firms and banks.
1 day ago
Indosat flags 290 million spam calls in 3 months
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Its AI-driven system has shielded 11.5 million customers a month from fraud.
2 days ago
Hong Kong to host Asia’s first shore power network for ships
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Grid-linked infrastructure will let ships draw power from shore whilst docked.
2 days ago
Insurance
Insurers must expand cyber protection as Singapore shipowners upgrade security
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Insurers must update underwriting as cyber navigation disruptions rise.
3 days ago
Residential
Northern Metropolis project hinges on tech, bidding reforms
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Fragmented, undeveloped private land creates hurdles for site formation.
5 days ago
Southeast Asia’s wind boom threatened by weak policy, grid gaps
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States should adjust to investor response and adopt competitive auctions.
6 days ago
Coliwoo expands co-living footprint as Singapore’s foreign population grows
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Its hotel and serviced apartment-based properties offer stays as short as a night or week.
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