APAC

The 3-day event will feature foreign exhibitors from 25 markets, including Singapore.

As we continue to experience economic uncertainty across the world, the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region hasn’t been spared from the volatility. 

Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.

Hiring intentions (+27%) improved by 2 points since the last quarter. 

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.

A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.

Hong Kong and Singapore are tied for second place. 

In 2022, volume declined by 25%.

The joint statement on e-commerce sets rules on the global digital economy.

Asia Pacific CEOs eye three changes in their business models.

Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.

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.

Investors can get a 5%-6% annual yield when investing in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Other executives also added collaboration and lack of clarity around regulations to the list of challenges.

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.