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Standard Chartered boss says AI comments taken ‘out of context’ after backlash

The Asian-focused bank unveiled plans on Tuesday to cut around 7,800 jobs as it ramps up the use of AI across its operations.

Evening Standard

China is cutting emissions even faster than promised and may already have peaked, study shows

China is cutting emissions even faster than promised and may already have peaked, study shows

Asian economic giant currently emits twice as much annually as any other nation, making its trajectory one of the most consequential variables in global climate projections

The Independent UK

‘One year before you go blind’: 22-year-old powerlifter quits everything for a dangerous world trip with just $7,000

‘One year before you go blind’: 22-year-old powerlifter quits everything for a dangerous world trip with just $7,000

A 22-year-old traveler's five-month Asian adventure, marked by medical scares, financial woes, and dangerous encounters, has captivated millions online. From teaching in Nepal to surviving cave entrapment in Vietnam and a severe injury in Australia, her journey through diverse landscapes and challenging situations has profoundly reshaped her perspective, leaving her…

The Economic Times

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World shares track Wall Street's retreat as bond markets crank up the pressure

Shares have retreated in Europe and Asia after the U.S. stock market gave back more of its record-setting rally

AI boom: Global stock market order shuffles as Taiwan, South Korea overtake Western giants

Asian markets are making waves. South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market have surged, driven by the AI boom. These markets are now outperforming many Western exchanges. Investors are watching closely as capital shifts towards these AI-focused economies. This new global stock market order presents exciting opportunities and potential risks.

The Economic Times

GHO Capital and CBC Group to Create World's Largest Dedicated Healthcare Investment Firm

LONDON and SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Healthcare Opportunities ("GHO"), a European specialist healthcare investor, and CBC Group ("CBC"), an Asian healthcare-focused asset manager, today announced they have signed a definitive agreement to create the world's largest dedicated healthcare investment manager, with over USD 21 billion in AUM.…

'Impact on India less due to good management, foresight': Harsh Vardhan Shringla on global energy challenges due to West Asia crisis

India's energy crisis impact remains limited. Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla credits the government's effective planning and timely intervention. Energy prices globally have surged significantly. India has cushioned this impact through diversification of energy imports and reduced duties. No fuel shortage or panic buying has occurred. Oil companies absorbed…

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Global Market: Hong Kong IPO boom draws rising interest from overseas companies

Global Market: Hong Kong IPO boom draws rising interest from overseas companies

Hong Kong's stock market is seeing more foreign companies file for listings. Firms from countries like Indonesia and South Korea are exploring fundraising. This trend signals a shift, making Hong Kong a broader international hub. High-profile deals are expected to boost its appeal. Global firms are increasingly looking to Asia…

The Economic Times

Why India And UAE Are Building A Hidden Super Corridor

Why India And UAE Are Building A Hidden Super Corridor

The world is entering one of its most unstable and unpredictable periods in decades. Wars are intensifying across the Middle East, global shipping routes remain under threat, and even a single attack near the Strait of Hormuz can shake fuel prices and economies worldwide within hours. As many nations struggle…

Bond yields pause, stocks steady before Nvidia results

US bond yields have held steady near recent highs as the Iran war continues to fuel inflation fears, while global share markets await Nvidia results.

ATxSummit 2026 Opens with Shared Regional Ambition to Harness AI for Public Good

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATxSummit 2026, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore, officially kicked off this evening with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as the Guest-of-Honour at the Opening Gala Dinner at Gardens by the Bay. This year's ATxSummit will bring together government leaders from Asia,…

Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to broaden its focus beyond its home city

Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to broaden its focus beyond its home city

Hong Kong currently makes up 60% of Hongkong Land's rental income; CEO Michael Smith, who took over in 2024, wants to get it down to 40%.

Who moves away when climate change hits? The hidden household politics of migration

Who moves away when climate change hits? The hidden household politics of migration

Many people are migrating within countries across south Asia to cope with extreme weather. In Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal, people often move from rural homes to urban metropolises when their homes and livelihoods become damaged or threatened by cyclones and storms, floods and droughts.

The Conversation

Who’s behind the Facebook page posting hateful AI slop about the UK? The answer might lie in south Asia

Who’s behind the Facebook page posting hateful AI slop about the UK? The answer might lie in south Asia

Our research has uncovered young entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka and Pakistan using AI tools to make deeply objectionable content – and money, says Niamh McIntyre of the Bureau for Investigative Journalism

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Visa and Trip.com Group Ink Strategic Collaboration, Enabling Consumers to Chase Their Passions Through Travel

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa, a world leader in digital payments today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Trip.com Group, marking a strategic collaboration to power richer travel experiences for Asia Pacific consumers. The MoU will harness Visa's global payments network and Trip.com Group's extensive ecosystem, enabling…

Edible Packaging, Fermented Innovations and Next-Gen Foods Take Center Stage at THAIFEX - Anuga Asia 2026

BANGKOK, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As food and beverage manufacturers race to capture emerging consumer trends, 10 standout innovations are already gaining commercial traction across protein innovation, fermentation technology, and sustainable packaging. All will debut at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, signalling where the global F&B industry is heading…

LITFINCON Asia 2026 Convenes June 3 - 4 at the Marina Bay Sands as Global Litigation Finance Leaders Gather in Singapore

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LITFINCON, the global litigation finance conference series, today confirmed that LITFINCON Asia 2026 takes place on June 3-4, 2026 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The inaugural Asia edition convenes senior litigation funders, institutional investors, law firm partners, general counsel, insurers, and dispute resolution…

The Economic Times

Kyle Su's Kuark Capital launches $400 million Asia tech-focused hedge fund

Kuark Capital is launching a new hedge fund. It has raised over $400 million. The fund will focus on Asian artificial intelligence stocks. Taiwan and Japan are key markets. The strategy involves a low-net equity long-short approach. This aims to manage market volatility. Investor interest in Asian AI firms is…

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5 Animals That May Disappear Sooner Than You Think

Some species are disappearing so silently that the world barely notices. No breaking news. No sudden alarms. Just shrinking forests, polluted rivers, warming oceans, and animal populations falling year after year. Some creatures now survive in such tiny numbers that scientists struggle to even find them in the wild. And…

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on India’s Iran shock: Asia’s neoliberal era starts to fracture

Editorial: Narendra Modi’s austerity appeals reveal how war, energy insecurity and dollar pressures expose the fragility of globalisation

International Business Times

The Iran War Has Cost Global Companies At Least $25 Billion, Report Shows

Reuters reported Monday that at least 279 publicly listed companies in the United States, Europe, and Asia have cited the war as a reason for defensive financial moves.

Giant Dinosaur Skeleton Found In Thailand, The Nagatitan, May Be The Largest Dinosaur Of The Region

A local man in Thailand found strange looking rocks. He called a team to study them, and as it turns out, they were dinosaur bones. After years of research, this discovery was announced the largest ever sauropod in Southeast Asia. The full story is in the article.

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As fears of renewed war increase, Iran eyes terrifying point of leverage that will ensure ‘no one will dare attack them again’

Yet more leverage for Iran to use against Trump.

10 Giant Birds That Are Bigger Than Humans

When most people think of birds, they imagine tiny sparrows, colourful parrots, or pigeons sitting quietly on rooftops. But nature has another side that feels almost unreal. There are birds on Earth so massive, so powerful, and so tall that standing beside them feels like standing next to a dinosaur.…

The Economic Times

India-UAE energy push offers relief, but global risks still loom: Arnab Das

India's energy security is under scrutiny amid West Asian geopolitical tensions. Recent UAE engagements offer partial relief for external finances, but complex global realignments and resource competition persist. Experts highlight India's progress but emphasize the need for further advancements in strategic resources and technology.

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