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Will generative AI’s popularity kill the metaverse?

Will generative AI’s popularity kill the metaverse?

Metaverse is being overshadowed by successes of generative AI, but experts said both technologies can still be used in different situations.

Non-bank and housing financers to see robust loan growth in 2024: Ind-Ra

Diversified large NBFCs might turn to public debentures.

Hang Seng rolls out brokerage-free stock investment service programme

Customers may trade the first $300,000 or equivalent of Hong Kong Stocks.

When nostalgia hits: APAC F&B brands bank on ‘throwback marketing’

About 3 in 5 consumers are influenced by how familiar products and services feel.

Evergrande Group asks stock exchange to resume trading

It suspended its trading last 28 September following its executive director’s case.

Retail sales up 13.7% YoY to $32.4b in August

The sector will continue to benefit from the growth of inbound tourism.

Winning tech startups to test-bed solutions in SG’s public healthcare

The solutions are keeping patients healthy and preventing chronic diseases.

HA and HKSTP work together for R&D platform

Hospital Authority (HA) shares data for scientific research in Science Park.

Fintech firm trains sales teams uniquely from competitors

Acrisure provides an educated path for its salespeople, making sure they get engaged.

Modus Operandi Company clinches Myanmar Technology Excellence Awards for groundbreaking projects

Its MO Foundation and KYO-HTOTE solutions have significantly impacted underserved communities and bridged financial inclusion gaps for the public.

Canadia Bank charts path to banking excellence with digital transformation initiatives

Central to the Bank’s transformation was the opening of Smart Bank Centres and the launch of the Canadia Bank App, replete with unique features like group transactions and a loyalty points system.

How consistent audience-centric data improves business earnings

Building an audience-centric customer relationship management system will make it easier to spot customer patterns, Adverity’s Mark Debenham said.

Link Net taps Cisco, Qwilt to boost streaming services in Indonesia

The partnership will enhance streaming video quality for millions of households across Indonesia.

Vietnam to switch off 2G network in December

The 2G service is still being used by 23 million subscribers in the country

Fibre coverage in APAC markets continues to expand

Take-up rate of fibre broadband services still sees room to grow.

Telcos drive growth in SE Asian data centres

The Philippines and Singapore are doubling their data centre capacity

Embracing technology to enhance employee experience brings Coca-Cola Beverages Vietnam’s competitive edge

The company created a virtual world to make employee onboarding more fun and engaging.