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Monetary Authority of Singapore MD On Fostering Responsible AI Adoption

Monetary Authority of Singapore Managing Director Mr Chia Der Jiun opened Day Two of Singapore Fintech Festival 2025 with a speech that touched on the the idea of fostering AI adoption. He said, “We are seeing the momentum of AI adoption and experimentation build up across our financial sector. At a foundational level, FIs are […]

By Reta Lee

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MAS and UK’s FCA Announce Partnership on AI in Finance

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Singapore Deputy PM Champions Deeper ASEAN-EU Digital Economy Cooperation

By Reta Lee

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Decentralized AI Infrastructure Redefines Digital Sovereignty in the Global Computing Race

By Terrence Hu

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How Gulf Investment Is Evolving Into a Maturing Model

Sheikh Ahmed Dalmook Al Maktoum of Dubai's recently formed holding company promises to balance scale with measured impact.

By Ziven Lim

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Turning Passion for Fitness Into Profit: What It Takes to Become a Personal Trainer

If fitness is something bigger than a hobby to you, there is a way to turn that energy into income – becoming a personal trainer.

By Isaac Shira

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SoftBank Sells Entire Nvidia Stake for USD 5.8 Bn Ahead of New AI Investments

The company also revealed plans for a 4-for-1 stock split effective January 1.

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Rhenus Strengthens Air Freight Gateways Network in Southeast Asia to Boost Global Trade

Each of the new gateways serves distinct trade functions: Kuala Lumpur facilitates cargo between Europe and Oceania, Singapore manages traffic between Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, while Bangkok supports outbound cargo to Europe and boosts intra-Asia multimodal operations.

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The Settlement Problem That Won’t Go Away and How Blockchain Is Rewiring Global Commerce

Amidst this backdrop, a parallel evolution in the form of stablecoins has been gaining steam, moving more capital than Visa and Mastercard combined last year (roughly USD 27.6 trillion).

By Terrence Hu

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Savills Appoints Neil Brookes to Lead Asia Pacific Capital Markets

Brookes' appointment follows other recent senior hires, including Paul Roberts and Ben Schubert in Australia and Emily Fell to lead Living sectors.

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The Yen’s Slide: Boon for Exporters, Burden for Japan and a Ripple Across Asia

For Japan's export-driven industries — cars, semiconductors, and machinery — the weaker yen is delivering a clear boost.

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Quantum Security to Dominate Enterprise Agendas Across Asia Pacific by 2026: Forrester

Government-led initiatives such as Singapore's National Quantum-Safe Network Plus and India's National Quantum Mission will further fuel investments in quantum security.

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HERE Technologies and Amap Partner to Drive AI Navigation for Global Chinese Automakers

The partnership aims to accelerate the rollout of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) by integrating high-precision location data and intelligent navigation features tailored for next-generation mobility.

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U.S. Shutdown Drags Economy to 3½-Year Sentiment Low as Flight Cuts Loom

Now in its sixth week, the shutdown — the longest in U.S. history — has furloughed hundreds of thousands of federal workers, halted publication of most official data, and delayed food benefit payments for millions of low-income Americans.

By Rajat Mishra

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US-Based Startups Demonstrate Strong Momentum at Expand North Star

From healthcare automation to digital engagement, American startups showcased their innovative products and solutions at the event

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Asia Pacific Tops as World Leader in Workplace AI Integration: Report

The Asia Pacific region is showcasing a unique blend of grassroots innovation and digital ambition

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US–China Tariff Deal Shifts Asia’s Trade Dynamics — Can India Hold Its Edge?

Last week, the world's two largest economies pulled back from the brink and agreed to a limited trade détente.

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AI Voice Agents To Transform Business Communication in the UAE

Avahi's solution focuses on using voice as the primary interface for automation. According to the company, its AI-Voice Agent can answer calls, qualify leads, book appointments, and route queries according to business rules.

By Terrence Hu

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Why Gen Z Is Betting on Direct Selling and Why That Matters for the Future of Work

How digitally native entrepreneurs are turning the USD 400 billion wellness direct-selling sector into a new pathway to economic independence

By Terrence Hu

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UPI Introduced In Malaysia: Razorpay Curlec Partners with NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL)

Malaysian merchants will be able to accept payments directly via Razorpay's Curlec platform, and will be settled in Malaysian Ringgit (RM).

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Simplify Your Finances with Debt Consolidation

If you're juggling credit cards, personal loans, and bills with different due dates, you're not alone. High-interest debt can feel overwhelming and make it hard to get ahead, no matter how much you pay each month.

By Ziven Lim

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Culture at Scale: The Leadership Strategy Driving Fintech Expansion Across Asia Pacific

While many fintech companies chase disruption through rapid scaling, Takin has built Woxa differently.

By Isaac Shira

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Startups from Thailand Showcase Innovative Solutions at Expand North Star

These startups from Thailand showcase their innovative solutions and offerings at the recently-concluded Expand North Star event, now part of Gitex, in Dubai

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Dissecting Success: The Most Popular Degrees Among Entrepreneurs

Here's a look at some of the most valuable degrees for entrepreneurs, offering advantages both in the classroom and in the real world.

By Ziven Lim

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APAC CEOs Lean on Regional Partnerships, Innovation, and AI for Growth: Report

Regional focus and innovation lead the way as APAC leaders redefine leadership in complex times

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This Approach to Design is Luxury Living’s Future

With a background influenced by both architecture and medical fields, Kohlbecker applies an informed perspective to wellness-focused design.

By Lisa Lobo

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HR and Payroll Platform Deel Secures USD 300 Mn in Series E Funding Boosting Valuation to USD 17.3 Bn

The new funding will support Deel's strategic acquisitions, product expansion, and the development of native payroll systems in more than 100 countries by 2029.

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Success of AI Lies in Improving the Quality of People’s Lives: Dubai AI Minister

Part of GITEX GLOBAL 2025, the event brings together 2,000 of the world's most promising startups, 40 unicorns and over 1,200 investors with USD 1.1 trillion in assets under management (AUM)

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The Outsider Entrepreneur of Ideas

The journey of Australian biologist Jeremy Griffith epitomises that entrepreneurial spirit. For fifty years, working independently of the scientific establishment, Griffith has pursued an audacious mission: to explain the human condition – why our species is capable of both profound love and devastating destruction.

By Terrence Hu

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Turning Passion for Fitness into Profit: What it Takes to Become a Personal Trainer

This career covers more than counting reps or yelling motivational quotes. It means building a business, creating impact, and learning how to thrive in a growing, competitive industry.

By Isaac Shira