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Cross-border payments will be tested on a live tokenised deposit rail, giving Korean banks early evidence on settlement and remittance risks.
Asian Terminals wins 25-year Manila South Harbour renewal
The renewal gives Asian Terminals and DP World a clearer runway for investment, as Manila South Harbour handles a major share of Philippine trade.
RDVCC details fees & identity rules for virtual cards
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Rockwell says AI adoption outpaces data use in factories
Although nearly 90% of food and beverage manufacturers are using or planning AI, only about 45% of collected data is used effectively.
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The branding push underlines Gkash's ambition to bundle its merchant tools for stores, mobile sellers and online checkout into one market-facing identity.
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Students will be able to submit apps for Apple's phone, tablet, desktop, watch, TV and headset platforms in the 2027 challenge.
Trust cuts foam use & lifts recycled plastic share
Lower packaging waste is helping Trust cut average foam use to 0.5 grams per package and lift recycled plastic to 41.1% of materials.
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Zendesk launches outcome AI platform with new pricing
Customers will pay for resolved issues instead of software seats as Zendesk ties AI billing to verified service outcomes and business work.
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Kantata launches AI business intelligence for services
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Market participants have been warned they will have less time for trade matching and settlement checks as Hong Kong prepares to shorten its cycle.
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