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Strong management builds the foundation for governance and risk oversight – Crowe Malaysia’s Lou Hoe Yin
Strong management builds the foundation for governance and risk oversight – Crowe Malaysia’s Lou Hoe Yin
He emphasised that the future belongs to leaders who not only demonstrate strong competence but also uphold a deep sense of moral conscience.
Forrester forecasts 15% growth in cyber insurance amidst AI risks
Insurers are advised to offer tools for risk mitigation and new underwriting models.
Celebrate your success at 2026 Malaysia National Business, International Business, and Technology Excellence Awards
Be recognised amongst the top business leaders and technological innovators.
APAC nuclear imaging agents market to hit $1.1b by 2034
China made up over half of the region’s market in 2024.
Why 1 in 5 think AI will replace human insurance agents
Over half were comfortable using AI with a human option available.
Singapore’s unemployment rate at 2.0% in Q3 2025
44.1% of firms indicated plans to hire in the fourth quarter.
Why Hong Kong leads in governance amongst global smart cities
The city also led in developing open data and diversifying data categories.
Why is cyber insurance the most in-demand coverage today?
27.4% believe cyber insurance will see the highest increase.
Chinese policy shifts bring low-price solar market to a close
The cancellation of the 13% VAT export rebate will fuel prices.
What slows ammonia adoption as marine fuel?
The additional cost remains viable, assuming favourable market conditions are in place.
Off-grid energy storage market to hit $18.31b by 2029
The highest growth is expected in APAC.
Asia-Pacific disability insurance market to grow 13.5% yearly
It will likely be driven by rising awareness of income protection products.
China’s non-motor insurers to gain from tighter commission rules
However, the move is expected to slow premium growth amongst small insurers.
Manufacturing hits brakes for 2025
Blame it on geopolitical tensions and tariffs.
India’s e-commerce market to hit $211.6b in 2025
It may reach $326.7b by 2029.
Peaking power plants market to hit $153.46b in 2029
Thanks to increasing electricity demand, decentralisation, and microgrid development.
Asset World Corporation wins at Asian Technology Excellence Awards 2025
Its Generative-AI powered internal platform and lifestyle app were recognised for transforming hospitality and leisure experiences.
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