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Grid-forming inverters seize control to stabilise Asia’s power

Electricity demand is rising faster than the physical networks that deliver it.
3 days ago

Grid-forming inverters seize control to stabilise Asia’s power

Electricity demand is rising faster than the physical networks that deliver it.
3 days ago

Legasea and SeaTrek team up to boost cargo access in Asia

The focus is on trade lanes tied to industrialisation and infrastructure demand.
3 days ago

Asia fusion market enters decisive phase with $5b China lead

The China Fusion Energy Corporation serves as a $2.1b national hub for artificial sun projects.
5 days ago

AI enters the Philippine neighbourhood store

Widespread use could generate up to $48b in economic value by 2030.

Indonesia cement glut quickens low-carbon shift

The market no longer rewards capacity expansion.

Hong Kong small retailers step up investment to take on big chains

They are getting a boost from state funding and fee cuts.

Telkomsel expands business messaging beyond SMS

The service lets companies send messages with images, videos, and clickable buttons.

Hong Kong regulator guts insurance referral fees with 50% cap

Unlicensed third-party referrers previously captured up to 95% of commissions through hidden rebate structures.

Capital rules force Indian insurers to curb aggressive discounting

Aggressive discounting for short-term market share becomes harder to justify.

Zurich Indonesia speeds up claims after Bali floods

Faster settlement boosts confidence in insurance as a practical financial tool.

Indonesia sets 2032 target for first nuclear power plant

Nuclear is now embedded in Indonesia’s long-term energy mix.

SME hiring set to pick up as local job-matching gains traction

Town-based pairing can shorten hiring timelines and lower costs.

Zurich, YAS use AI to link taxi insurance to driving behaviour

Drivers with higher scores will unlock broader coverage and more benefits.

Radjak launches rapid cardiac, stroke unit for urban emergencies

It may roll out the model across its urban hospitals as demand grows. 

Grid links open fresh energy path for Singapore

Momentum builds around cross-border imports of solar, wind, and hydropower.

Wealth and retirement products lift Singapore insurers’ premiums

The Top 50 Insurance 2024 rankings show recovery from the 2023 downturn.