APAC

Tempered adoption of AI tools may spell greater leap for fintech firms

Expert underscores generative AI’s strength in streamlining front-of-office work, but banks on human expertise for in-depth development.

Deloitte Asia Pacific’s Jiak See Ng stresses customer-centricity, research, and agility crucial to creating meaningful brand experiences

Jiak See Ng, Deloitte Asia Pacific Financial Advisory Leader, sheds light on the transformative power of brand experiences in the business world.

Central Group elevates employee experience with HR automation projects 

The company streamlined its processes with mobile-friendly solutions.

Exceptional tech innovations recognised at Asian Technology Excellence Awards 2023

The prestigious awards programme is now in its third year and held its first-ever physical awards ceremony in Bangkok.

Asia needs natural gas to balance ‘energy trilemma’

Natural gas is cleaner than coal and would support the intermittency of renewables, ANGEA said.

Asian insurers’ AI-readiness dictates their competitive advantage

Experts reveal why insurers that adapted AI earlier are now realising bigger extra earnings or cost reductions.

Constant innovation with technology crucial in current fast-paced business environment – Peter Eckert, Partner, Consulting at Ernst & Young Advisory Pte. Ltd.

Building a trustworthy consumer experience requires a comprehensive strategy that balances long-term objectives with short-term actionable goals.

Evolving consumer behaviour drive demand for advanced AI tools

Tech firm HubSpot produced new AI tools for proactive consumer services.

APAC amongst fastest growing cyber insurance market: S&P Global

It grew 51.2% in the past five years but remains the second smallest market globally.

Diversification to shape real estate investments in 2024

An expert said capital will cascade into “alternative” sectors next year.

Top 20 APAC insurers average 8.2% in premium growth – GlobalData

Rate hikes and macroeconomic uncertainty remain a concern for APAC insurers.

Inaugural ESGBusiness Awards opens nominations for outstanding ESG efforts

Winners will get to be featured in ESG Business' digital magazine and will be recognised in an awarding ceremony in November.

Asian fintechs to outpace global competitors; China posts tepid growth

S&P Global’s latest report shows Asia’s fintech growth may be gradual for 2023, but small and emerging economies will keep the region steady.

Here's how APAC insurers are performing midyear

Despite the challenges identified, credit trends are observed to be stable.