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Asian Stories

Economy stories

Synspective & Fujitsu Vietnam unite for disaster defence boost

Japanese satellite firm Synspective and Fujitsu Vietnam collaborate to bolster Vietnam's disaster defences and to advance socio-economic growth with space tech.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024

Firewalls

ST Engineering unveils new advanced security platform

ST Engineering has launched its next-gen AGIL Secure Integrated Security Management Platform at Indonesia's Dhoho Kediri International Airport.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024

Global Stories

Economy stories

Government

E-CTC calls for better online trade support for small businesses

eCommerce Trade Commission (E-CTC) campaigners for enhanced online trade support to boost UK small business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2023

IT Industry

NZ tech firms RUSH and Downer to develop road safety AI

New Zealand technology company RUSH and Downer Transport & Infrastructure have secured funding to develop AI technology to increase road safety.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023

Supply Chain

PC market continues on downward spiral as global volumes drop

While most of the top 5 vendors experienced double-digit declines during the quarter, Apple experienced an outsized decline.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Economy stories

Small Business

Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals

GoDaddy's Venture Forward initiative reveals a thriving 'side hustle culture' in Australia due to online tools, with 61% of entrepreneurs reportedly running a lucrative microbusiness alongside full-time work.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024

Human Capital Management

How AI is transforming the Australian workforce

Generative AI is reshaping Australia's workforce, with technology skills now integral to the economy. Embracing AI could unlock billions of dollars by 2030, but requires an understanding of its intricacies and a stronger pipeline of tech workers.

By Rob Newell • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024

Customer Experience

NZ business leaders anticipate growth & government support in 2024

Datacom's survey of New Zealand business leaders sheds light on a strategic focus on growth for 2024, with promising optimism for improved government support and industry backing, despite ongoing productivity challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024

Human Capital Management

Great Office Return sees 92% of firms initiate mandatory in-office policy

Amid the 2023 'Year of the Great Office Return', 92% of UK firms enacted mandatory in-office policies leading to 40% reinstating a full workweek, despite notable commuting costs and disruptions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024

Robotics

Australia poised to maximise AI benefits with new risk-based approach

Australia's Federal government's risk-based approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulation is seen as a critical move for Australia's economy and societal growth, according to ACS.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2024

Consumer NZ

Consumer NZ unveils guide to aid Kiwis in cost-of-living squeeze

Consumer NZ launches has introduced a new guide to assist New Zealanders in making significant savings in 2024 amid the cost-of-living squeeze.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Dec 2023

Health Technologies

Kiwis hopeful of economic upswing amidst looming concerns

In contrast to the global outlook, New Zealanders are more optimistic about the future economic climate, according to the latest Global Predictions Survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023