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Singapore startups pivot to deep tech as funding tightens
Singapore startups pivot to deep tech as funding tightens
Founders must show stronger unit economics and clear expansion strategies.
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Why Indonesia insurers face flat 2026 premiums
Traditional policies made up 63% of total premiums and posted 7% growth in H1 2025.
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India tightens vessel scrapping rules to sink 'dark fleet' fraud, report says
529 vessels have been identified operating with fraudulent registration documents.
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VCs shift to proven startups as AI takes centre stage
Cautious investors are putting capital in fewer companies.
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Howden’s Shweta Swaroop pushes pay data transparency in insurance
Clear disclosure drives accountability and actionable change to plug the gender gap.
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HDI Global Japan targets commercial and cyber insurance growth
One of the most rapidly evolving threats is cyber-insurance, and Japan has room to expand in this market.
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Singapore firms told to prioritise pay for critical talent
Demand outstrips supply in tech, AI, cybersecurity, and finance roles.
Iran tensions expose Asia’s fossil fuel dependence as LNG prices jump 77%
IEEFA says renewables offer a lasting hedge.
Health systems urged to put cyber resilience on board agenda
BCG says attacks threaten patient care.
Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers
Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.
How APAC cyber gap exposes households to fraud
bolttech found 39% were already hit by digital crime across the region.
Manulife’s Leah Ng says better governance boosts women’s leadership
Equity cannot rely only on good intentions; it must be built into systems.
Nina Ong drives AI and talent upgrades at Great Eastern Life
The big boss credits their edge to diversity: over a third of senior roles are women.
SM Supermalls pivots to experience-led retail with $2.6b national rollout
The group plans to open one flagship mall each year.
7 in 10 Filipinos delay retirement due to financial insecurity
Many are unsure they can retire, and half say they need to save more first.
Japan’s LNG resales surge as domestic demand falls
Domestic LNG use rose slightly but is still about 20% below FY2018 levels.
APAC insurers pivot $3.8t into private market assets
Senior execs across Singapore and Australia are targeting a 13% increase in unlisted holdings.
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