Economy

AI-driven risks propelled APAC cybersecurity spending

Organisations adopt advanced defences against AI-driven threats.

Container shipping faces hurdles in decarbonization effort

High costs and regulatory uncertainties challenge the shift to eco-friendly fuels in the maritime industry.

Biggest millionaire migration recorded in 2024

Asian countries shine in the Investment Migration Program Index.

Internal environment trumps openness policies in global connectivity

Singapore, the world’s most globally connected nation, leads in international flows linked to domestic activities, as per DHL report.

Thailand lags in startup creation despite strong economy

Despite robust digital connectivity, Thailand's startup ecosystem remains largely unexplored.

BRICS total investable wealth reaches $45 trillion

The bloc’s wealth and influence surge in the global economy.

Japan's economy to gain from removing STEM barriers for women

IMF study highlights potential 20% productivity boost by eliminating gender-based obstacles in STEM fields.

Rise in tech stocks drive market concentration concerns

The ten largest stocks in the S&P 500 index constitute over 30% of the market, with tech stocks staging a comeback.

Sanitation workforce faces unequal job conditions

There are disparities in sanitation industry employment and solutions for equitable job conditions.

APAC bond trading navigates volatility with sharpe ratio and liquidity

From an investment perspective, there are different metrics to look at.

APAC labour participation rate continues to decline

Socio-economic progress and education are the key drivers.

Salary hike to stay flat this 2024 for S’porean workers: Aon

40% of Southeast Asian companies are carefully optimistic about hiring.

MAS: freeze remittances to China for the next three months

It is effective from 1 January 2024 to 31 March.

Drones, IoT among top technologies reshaping the logistics industry

Supply chain players are now using drones beyond last mile deliveries

China’s economic recovery ‘weaker than expected’

Decline in China’s exports pose challenges not only for China but also for Asian businesses, especially those centered on export industries.

Regulatory intelligence tech favored vs employees in compliance function

Compliance leaders are focused on technological solutions in workflow management.