China’s Hainan wants more than beach tourism. Will new customs rules cause a sea change?
As China undergoes a sweeping economic transition, its regions are also in the process of embracing change. The…
Expected price hikes for feed, fertilisers in Malaysia may have spillover effect on Singapore
March 23, 2026 KUALA LUMPUR – For some, the war in the Middle East may feel far away.…
Apple Music moves to label AI-made songs with new “transparency tags”
In a move that reflects the fast-changing music landscape, Apple Music is stepping up its approach to AI-generated…
Netflix show causes food tourism increase
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – DECEMBER 17, 2025: Participants Jung Ho-young, Hudukjuk, Monk Sunjae, Son Jong-won, producers Kim Eun-ji…
Nvidia chip curbs turn Singapore into AI hub for China
The United States’ export controls aimed at restricting China’s access to Nvidia’s advanced artificial intelligence chips are unlikely…
Panasonic’s AI tech helps drones inspect Singapore buildings
Panasonic’s AI technology is helping Singapore’s NovaPeak conduct remote building surveys using drones. (Source: NovaPeak/Panasonic) TOKYO — Panasonic…
China’s AI adoption may limit economic fallout of its rapidly ageing population: analysts
Declining fertility rates have long been viewed as a drag on economic growth, but the outlook may not…
Family offices look to Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour. Yaorusheng | Moment | Getty Images As the Iran war rocks Dubai’s safe-haven image,…
Why Southeast Asia’s small firms could bear the brunt of the latest oil shock
Singapore pizza shop owner Roy Chan has ridden out more than one business shock – from the Covid-19…
Hong Kong property could gain as Middle East turmoil reshapes global wealth flows
Escalating tensions in the Middle East could redirect global wealth flows and support demand for Hong Kong property,…
Hong Kong tycoon urges prudent approach to development amid global uncertainty
A Hong Kong property tycoon has called for a more prudent approach to the city’s development rather than…
More younger adults in Singapore are developing glaucoma, likely because of untreated myopia
March 9, 2026 SINGAPORE – More people in Singapore are developing eye conditions such as glaucoma at a…