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Pay transparency shift puts Hong Kong hiring practices under scrutiny
Pay transparency shift puts Hong Kong hiring practices under scrutiny
Robert Walters said 48% of job seekers now apply only for roles with upfront salary ranges.
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Logistics rents to keep rising in over half of global markets
Logistics rents to keep rising in over half of global markets
The report said supply chain uncertainty is pushing occupiers to prioritise resilience, among others.
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India’s streaming infrastructure redraws sports production
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India’s streaming infrastructure redraws sports production
Mass live audiences are pushing broadcasters to rethink streaming reliability.
17 hours ago
Singapore fractional leaders more experienced than APAC peers
Singapore fractional leaders more experienced than APAC peers
The city-state accounted for 29% of APAC fractional leaders.
20 hours ago
Singapore captures 99% of Southeast Asia AI infrastructure funding
Singapore captures 99% of Southeast Asia AI infrastructure funding
Deal count hit record high in 2025 as capital remained highly concentrated.
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Ageing grids push AI to forefront as power strains mount
Ageing grids push AI to forefront as power strains mount
AI boosts grid capacity without new lines as ageing assets strain utilities.
2 days ago
CEOs pivot from expansion to profit amidst energy shocks, EY says
CEOs pivot from expansion to profit amidst energy shocks, EY says
Firms are now focusing on financial flexibility, operational efficiency and productivity gains.
2 days ago
Climate losses expose limits of traditional risk models, BCG says
Climate losses expose limits of traditional risk models, BCG says
Insurers are increasingly using AI-based systems that allow risk assessment at the property level.
2 days ago
Asian cities gain ground in global competitiveness race: BCG
Asian cities gain ground in global competitiveness race: BCG
Shenzhen led in speed of change, whilst Shanghai and Central Asian cities narrowed the gap in livability.
3 days ago
AI could unlock US$600b in climate, sustainability value by 2028
AI could unlock US$600b in climate, sustainability value by 2028
Industrial efficiency, climate risk modelling, and grid management offer the clearest near-term opportunities.
3 days ago
Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity
Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity
Six in 10 patients delay treatment due to cost anxiety.
6 days ago
Mental health claims threaten insurers and employers by 2030
Mental health claims threaten insurers and employers by 2030
Zurich studied six markets, including Australia, Malaysia and the UK.
Asia insurtech deals hit $100m despite global slowdown
Asia insurtech deals hit $100m despite global slowdown
Q1 2026 activity fell to 81 deals for the weakest count since Q2 2016.
Southeast Asia risks losing EV value without supply chain buildout, Bain says
Southeast Asia risks losing EV value without supply chain buildout, Bain says
Indonesia controls over 60% of nickel output but the region makes only 2% of EVs.
Slow grid upgrades risk $200b digital push in Southeast Asia
Slow grid upgrades risk $200b digital push in Southeast Asia
Data centre growth outpaces transmission build-out as ab $18b annual funding gap persists.
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Singapore pressed to adopt AI-led checks after Nvidia case
Authorities are under pressure to boost spot checks on high-risk tech shipments.
3 days ago
Southeast Asia faces uneven urology access as demand outpaces specialists
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Some hospitals lack maintenance and consumables for advanced procedures.
3 days ago
Healthcare
Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity
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Six in 10 patients delay treatment due to cost anxiety.
6 days ago
Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand
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Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.
Insurance
Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains
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Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
Healthcare
Asian Hospital opens dedicated hernia clinic
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It targets a treatment gap in Metro Manila where cases far exceed surgical capacity.
Uniqlo unveils cooling pop-up as Singapore hits record heat stress
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Visitors experience fabric functions directly through hands-on displays.
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Fox Sports studies India’s mobile-first production
Mike Davies says broadcasters can learn from India’s streaming and centralised workflows.
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Fox Sports studies India’s mobile-first production
Mike Davies says broadcasters can learn from India’s streaming and centralised workflows.
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