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Pupuk Kaltim CEO takes pride in SNI-quality products

The Indonesian leader in fertiliser manufacturing says it’s a company and industry commitment.

Pupuk Kaltim CEO takes pride in SNI-quality products

The Indonesian leader in fertiliser manufacturing says it’s a company and industry commitment.

Strong women in insurance speak on gender bias

Leading women in Singapore’s insurance industry highlight the role of support networks and mentorship in advancing women’s careers in male-dominated...

Allianz Syariah flexes Sharia insurance for all Indonesians

The low level of Sharia financial literacy and inclusion has driven companies to implement both short-term and long-term measures.

BPI Private Wealth aims to double assets and capture 25% local HNW market

CEO Maria Theresa Marcial says they are targeting US$53b in AUM by 2026.

What Makes BNI's API Service Stand Out in the Open Banking Era?

Until December 2023, the bank's application programming interface attracted 4,000 customers and generated transactions worth IDR 828 trillion in the...

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.

Bank Jago’s life-centric approach suits new style of financial management

The tech-based bank has assisted more than 10 million Indonesians through seamless integration into the digital ecosystem since 2021.

Startup funding sees dip, but quality over quantity prevails – SOLIDWORKS experts

Despite a funding downturn, SOLIDWORKS experts foresee a promising shift towards more mature startups with tech prowess in manufacturing.

Innovating with natural ingredients, Mustika Ratu dominates Indonesia’s beauty market

Self-care products represented over 91% of third quarter sales in 2023.

BCA Group’s blu app expands digital ecosystem through BaaS

The strategy has successfully fostered transactions and built customer trust by 53.4% throughout 2023.

Asia’s insurance and banking titans pledge climate action

Insurance and banking leaders join forces to tackle climate change, emphasising the need for sustainable investments and inclusive transition...

Fintech startup streamlines SME credit assessment for banks through AI

With InRiskable, banks can assess SMEs’ credit risks with 80% less time and 97% accuracy.

PLN leads ASEAN in energy sector sustainability governance

In 2023, Indonesia’s PLN decreased its ESG risk rating by 8 points, reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 9.7m tonnes, and added 296mW of renewable...

Dassault Systèmes leads manufacturing into a future of digital, sustainable designs

Leaders at the 3DEXPERIENCE WORLD 2024 in Dallas discuss the integration of AI and simulation into design processes.

Alfamart’s rapid expansion never overtakes quality service

With 19,087 across Indonesia and 1,680 more in the Philippines, the minimarket operator marks 25 years as a top choice for shopping.

Budget 2024: 3 tax strategies to offset BEPS 2.0 effects

Should the directive be implemented, selected MNEs will be subject to a global minimum tax of 15%.

HK scraps MPF Offsetting Scheme to enhance employee protection

Starting 2025, employers are no longer allowed to offset long service and severance payments from its Mandatory Provident Fund contributions.