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Singapore pressed to adopt AI-led checks after Nvidia case

Singapore pressed to adopt AI-led checks after Nvidia case

Authorities are under pressure to boost spot checks on high-risk tech shipments.
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Southeast Asia faces uneven urology access as demand outpaces specialists

Some hospitals lack maintenance and consumables for advanced procedures.
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Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity

Six in 10 patients delay treatment due to cost anxiety.
6 days ago

Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand

Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.
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Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains

Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.

Asian Hospital opens dedicated hernia clinic

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

Visitors experience fabric functions directly through hands-on displays.

Japan coal shift falls short of replacing Hormuz LNG supply

Utilities limit coal buying amidst uncertainty over the disruption duration.

Southeast Asia insurers risk profit hit from weak data systems

Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.

Singapore retailers shift from points to real-time loyalty models

They use personalisation and behaviour tracking to drive engagement.

Hospitals redesign care as patients turn to health apps

Seven in eight adults look up health information before seeing a doctor.

Hong Kong insurer complaints rise for fourth straight year

The Insurance Authority has flagged gaps in incentives, disclosure, and oversight.

Asia gas power feels oil shocks with delay

Take-or-pay LNG deals limit operators’ ability to adjust output.

Rising climate losses test China’s insurance safety net

Profitable insurers face limits in passing disaster risk despite market scale.

Easing rents lure retailers back to Hong Kong streets

Ground-floor shops offer higher visibility for food and daily-need retail.

Affluent women force rethink of legacy planning in Asia-Pacific

Stable growth and early engagement shift advice beyond transactional transfers.