APAC
Asia‑Pacific airports rework strategies to lift retail sales
Asia‑Pacific airports rework strategies to lift retail sales
They are changing tenant mix and checkout systems to capture higher‑yield spending.
Insurance gaps expose business travellers to $150,000 risks
Zurich said 53% faced incidents abroad with medical cases driving most assistance claims.
Healthcare payer market to nearly double by 2034 on outsourcing boom
Core insurance functions move to vendors as payers scale under regulatory pressure.
AI can cut insurer costs 20% but adoption lags across sector
Firms using the technology can also lift premiums by around 3% to 5%.
Why Asia Pacific businesses must prepare for a new era of geopolitical cyber threats
Threat actors blur distinctions amongst nation-state operators, hacktivists, and organised cybercriminals.
CVF bloc leads solar uptake, surpassing US in electrotech transition
Solar imports run 3x above official capacity in eight of 10 countries.
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
APAC mobile services market to surpass $347b by 2030 on 5G Boom
Mobile data dominated revenue as usage doubles and voice income declines across the region, GlobalData says.
APAC dominates turbine market as OECD curbs coal installs
The region is expected to hold 76.9% of global steam turbine share in 2025.
Why 47% of insurers see competition forcing finance change
Regulatory shifts, consumer demands and expansion plans also ranked amongst the top pressures.
Leading companies lauded at 2026 Malaysia National Business Awards, International Business Awards, and Technology Excellence Awards
Industry leaders and tech pioneers were honoured for their innovation, strategy, and technological leadership.
Severe storms drive $60b in insured catastrophe losses
Hail events dominate payouts, accounting for up to 80% of related claims.
Healthcare IoT industry poised for $556.7b boom by 2032
It will be driven by growing investments in digital technology adoption.
Resilience amidst oil volatility: Implications for Southeast Asia’s energy security
Decisions will go beyond whether to hold more inventory, but also how to segregate inventories.
How innovative eco packaging enhances brand value in Asia
Packaging that’s a blend of style and sustainability works best.
Premium fashion, seasonal collections boost designer apparel sales
E-commerce platforms are also further boosting accessibility.
Banks face budget squeeze from AI and legacy systems
Corporate IT allocations are projected to keep climbing through 2027.
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