Aiko TanakaGeneral
Nine in 10 APAC Consumers to Reconsider Buying from Unsustainable Brands
The regional shift places immediate commercial pressure on consumer goods makers and store operators across major markets.
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Wei ZhangReal Estate
Apollo Extends $585 Million Financing to the Executive Centre
The Hong Kong-based workspace operator will use the capital to refinance existing debt and support expansion across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.
Sarah ChenElectronics
Asia-Pacific Retail Automation Market to Reach $5.07 Billion by 2029
Regional spending on store and warehouse automation is expanding at a 13.8 percent annual rate, outpacing the global average as merchants counter rising wage costs.
Rajiv MenonFood
Black Sea Tensions Threaten Asian Food Supply Chains, Embassy Warns
Disruptions to Black Sea and Sea of Azov shipping, including attacks on civilian vessels and logistics infrastructure, are increasing global food prices and supply costs for Asia-Pacific nations, according to a Russian Embassy statement.
Rajiv MenonAutomotive
Asian EV Sales Surge Amidst Global Oil Price Hike and Policy Shifts
Electric vehicle sales are experiencing a global surge, particularly across Asia, driven by rising oil prices following geopolitical tensions. Countries like South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Malaysia are seeing significant increases in EV…
Maria SantosTelecom
Zankore: Indosat Partners with Ooredoo, Nokia, and NVIDIA to Revolutionize AI Infrastructure in Asia-Pacific
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) recently unveiled its newest venture, Zankore by Indosat, in a collaborative effort with Ooredoo Group, Nokia, and NVIDIA. The primary goal of the partnership is to establish the next generation of Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
Rajiv MenonFood
Starbucks and Jay Chou Ignite the Summer with Fantasy Experience Across Asia-Pacific
In a creative move, Starbucks has teamed up with Mandopop sensation Jay Chou to introduce a unique ‘Fantasy’ Summer Experience throughout the Asia Pacific. This novel initiative includes exclusive beverages, limited-edition merchandise, and music-themed…
Wei ZhangFashion
Buccellati Unveils Palatial Asia-Pacific Flagship Store in Bangkok, Boosting Presence in Southeast Asia
Renowned Italian jewelers Buccellati have recently expanded their presence in the Asia-Pacific region with the inauguration of their largest store in Thailand. The store, situated on the M Floor of Siam Paragon in Bangkok, signifies the brand’s debut in the…
Sarah ChenFashion
Keppel & Uniqlo Parent Ink Deal for Exciting Retail Expansion in Asia-Pacific
Singapore’s Keppel Corporation and Japan’s Fast Retailing, Uniqlo’s parent company, have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to investigate the potential for retail-oriented real estate opportunities throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Key…
Minjun ParkFinance
Singapore Soars to Global Crypto Leadership: Asia-Pacific Emerges as the Epicenter of Digital Finance Revolution
The 2025 World Crypto Ranking Report by Bybit has uncovered a significant shift in the worldwide adoption of digital assets. Singapore has superseded the US as the global leader in the crypto sphere, with six economies from the Asia-Pacific region entering…
Minjun ParkTelecom
5G Revolution in Asia-Pacific: Skyrocketing Adoption Set to Reach 4.6 Billion Connections by 2030
5G technology is quickly gaining traction in the Asia-Pacific region, with its compound annual growth rate (CAGR) projected to climb by 11.4%. This surge is anticipated to elevate the number of 5G connections from 2.7 billion in 2025 to 4.6 billion by 2030.…
Maria SantosLiving
Singapore’s Pension System Clinches Top Grade In Global Index, First In Asia-pacific Region
The Central Provident Fund (CPF) of Singapore has been recognized as the leading pension system in the Asia-Pacific region, achieving an unprecedented A grade in a global index. This milestone marks Singapore as the first in the region to receive such a high…
Aiko TanakaLogistics
FedEx report: Micro-business boom in APAC
Micro-multinational businesses in the Asia Pacific are experiencing a business boom, according to new FedEx research. Its study shows that 63 per cent of these businesses are achieving annual revenue growth, a success rate achieved by only half of small- to…
Rajiv MenonLiving
Reebonz teams up with Japan’s Komehyo
Singapore’s e-commerce platform Reebonz has partnered with Japanese offline pre-owned luxury product boutique Komehyo. Reebonz is expected to make Komehyo’s products available to an estimated 5.5 million members on its platform, supporting both companies’…
Aiko TanakaFinance
Payment security is paramount as Asia Pacific strives to become the global leader in cashless transformation
The importance of payments security was reinforced today at the Visa Asia Pacific Security Summit as the region is poised to lead the global transformation from cash to digital payments. Urbanization and increasing mobile usage are driving the appetite for…