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Rethinking fintech growth with a product-led approach
As we continue to experience economic uncertainty across the world, the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region hasn’t been spared from the volatility.
Rethinking fintech growth with a product-led approach
As we continue to experience economic uncertainty across the world, the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region hasn’t been spared from the volatility.
Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation
Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.
Chart of the Day: APAC sees strong hiring intentions
Hiring intentions (+27%) improved by 2 points since the last quarter.
The race to gender equity for Asia’s startups
New study finds that 75% of women in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region want to learn new tech skills. Similarly, 74% of women in Singapore want to upskill, but more than 54% cite lack of time as the greatest barrier.
Three ways retailers can serve ‘budgeteers’
A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.
Top 3 cross-border destinations retailers eye for expansion
Hong Kong and Singapore are tied for second place.
Real estate investment volumes in APAC to fall 5%-10% in 2023
In 2022, volume declined by 25%.
Teo, WTO director-general seek growth, inclusiveness of digital economy
The joint statement on e-commerce sets rules on the global digital economy.
53% of APAC CEOs believe their business models will not survive within the next decade
Asia Pacific CEOs eye three changes in their business models.
8 investment ideas to achieve affluence in the year of prosperity
Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.
Is 2023 the year Southeast Asia’s financial services become future-ready?
Southeast Asia’s financial services institutions (FSIs) are bracing themselves for another year of volatile geopolitical and economic conditions, with record-high inflation and rising interest rates. But those willing to push the digital envelope will find new pockets of growth to help them remain resilient and become future-ready. For this to happen, FSIs need their executives to embrace a digital-era transformative mindset – one that builds skills, flexibility and agility, preparing their organizations to pivot at any moment.
3 factors driving firms to invest in Japan's real estate
Investors can get a 5%-6% annual yield when investing in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Singapore enterprises call out the lack of technology, skills, and data as the challenges for activating sustainability strategies
Other executives also added collaboration and lack of clarity around regulations to the list of challenges.
How DX can help to drive business success
Digital transformation is essentially at the top of every organisation’s priority. As organisations look for ways to stay competitive in a landscape of disruptive technologies, having a well-thought-out strategic plan is crucial. And a crucial part of the strategic plan includes finding and retaining the right technical talent. However, according to the Harvey Nash Group’s 2021 Digital Leadership report, tech skills shortages are now at its highest, especially in cybersecurity, big data, and architecture. If not addressed, this gap will only widen.
Asia-Pacific carriers to suffer $10b loss in 2022: IATA
This will narrow to a $6.6b loss in the following year.
Why the future is moving towards the digitisation of real estate investment through blockchain
Kibarer Property Group offers faster, simpler and scalable solution to property investment.
Meaningful experiences, wellness as key pillars of the return of travel: Mastercard’s Mayank Dutt
Mastercard’s cardholders in its affluent portfolio can access wellness programs on the go.
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