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Relevance: 0% Posted on: 3rd October 2018
Miniwiz is the Taiwan-based upcycling powerhouse that has transformed the world’s waste into over 1,200 new materials for the building of a zero-carbon, close-loop society. And that’s just one of their projects. When you look at your rubbish bin, what do you see? Filthy bits of trash? For Taiwanese upcycling…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 7th May 2020
Uber disclosed its plans to lay off 3,700 full-time employees, roughly 14% of its workforce of 26,900 employees, in an SEC filing last week. The decision to downsize its customer support and recruiting teams comes in response to the coronavirus lockdown as Uber has seen a sharp decline in ride…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 13th December 2022
Christmas is just around the corner and if you are in search of a festive selection to gift your loved ones this season, look no further than our curation of local brands in Thailand to shop from! Make a difference by supporting the local community while scouting for the perfect…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 22nd December 2016
Whether you are a filmmaker, a street photographer or a script writer, an endearing opportunity to see your story on big screen is not out of reach. Aimed at independent filmmakers who would like to share their stories to the public eye, Long Story Shorts is a project funded by…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 11th January 2017
We've ventured off our guidebooks to discover a cosy second-hand bookshop hidden amongst the busy streets of Yaowarat Road on Circle 22 in Bangkok. Bangkok, one of the most bustling city in the world is full of hidden gems for lesser-known spots. We've gone off the guidebooks and explored anonymous-looking…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 10th February 2017
Learn about what drove 4 creatives with full-time jobs to create the Standable as a side project. The latest desk on the market improves your posture and health at work. The geniuses behind the Standable are Eugene Chew, Moritz Sanner, Joseph Constanty and Daniel Fintzi, a combination of creatives from…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 1st February 2018
A 19th Century Thai mansion in Bangkok has been reimagined as a scuba diving school, creating a unique destination for culture buffs and sports fans alike. Here, its owner explains this most unlikely of pairings. Set aside the city guidebooks and forget about ticking off your must-see tourist attractions, sometimes…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 23rd October 2018
Meet Dr Daniel Schlagwein, a professor and researcher travelling the world to better understand the rising phenomenon of digital nomadism far beyond the paradise of high-speed internet and tropical islands. With the emergence of co-working spaces, startup hubs and co-living spaces, we have all seen the rise of the ‘digital…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 19th March 2020
With over 20 years of experience launching brands in Japan, creative visionary Sadahiro Nakamura shares his insider’s insights on the marketing tips to make a company a success. Sadahiro Nakamura, founder and CEO of Transit General Office, didn’t start out as an entrepreneur. Born in Tokyo in 1971, he began…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 18th October 2021
As Covid-19 restrictions are being lifted in Japan, Skylark Group trials socially distant serving solutions with their new robot waiters. Japan's Skylark Group targets to host over 60% of their restaurants with robot waiters by the end of 2022. The country's largest family restaurant operator is working to create automated…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 25th October 2021
Australia has a unique sports industry with great commercial value and popular engagement. If you are interested in promoting your business or product through sports in the region, read on for the top Australian sports marketing firms. Being a culturally-diverse country due to its history and geographical location, Australia and…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 20th December 2021
Amidst Japan's eco startup boom, native JFE Steel and Tokyo-based Innoqua team up to use steel slag to grow coral reefs. Japanese JFE Steel Corporation and University of Tokyo grown startup Innoqua innovate in coral reef restoration through the use of recycled steel to create artificial beds for coral reefs.…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 6th June 2022
Paving the way in cryptocurrency regulations, Japan has passed a law that clarifies the legal status of stablecoins to protect crypto investors. Leading the way globally, Japan has approved a new stablecoin law to protect crypto investors and regulate mainstream currencies. The country has been working for five years already…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 14th December 2022
Australia-based GreenTech startup Pathzero secures an additional US$5.8 million in its series A funding round extension, led primarily by Carthona Capital. Measuring and tracing carbon footprints has become a common practice for modern businesses, to keep an alignment with Environmental, Social, and [Corporate] Governance (ESG) frameworks. Acknowledging demand in the…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 28th February 2023
Hive Life’s eco-guide spotlights the neighbourhood gems, local eateries, grocers, and more, that are promoting living sustainably in the emerging green metropolis of Bangkok! The sustainable living movement has caught the attention of the greater population in Thailand, with an increasing focus on eco-friendly initiatives, from reducing carbon emissions, to…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 23rd April 2020
Singapore-based property technology (proptech) startup SensorFlow announced today that it has secured USD 8.3 million in a Series A+ round. This funding follows its previous USD 2.7 million series A+ raise in February 2019, led by French national, CEO Pierre Lorinet. The funding round was co-led by Openspace Ventures and…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 11th May 2020
Singaporean biotherapeutic startup Hummingbird Bioscience has raised USD 25 million in its extended Series B funding, bringing its total capital raised to USD 65 million. The funding round was led by South Korean investor SK Holdings. Also participating in the round were existing shareholders Heritas Capital and SEEDS Capital. Hummingbird…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 29th June 2021
Market reports predict the top five tech growth sectors over the next few years will be Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nanotechnology, Biotechnology (BioTech), Digital Twins, and Genomics, projected to collectively grow more than 400%. The AI, nanotechnology, BioTech, Digital Twins, and genomics fields attracted a combined US$892.63 billion of investment in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 6th December 2021
Vietnam signs new agreement with Russia to expand production of the Sputnik V vaccine and commence manufacturing Sputnik Light. Vietnam and Russia have made a new agreement to expand production of the Sputnik V vaccine in the country. In addition, the country will also begin manufacturing the Sputnik Light vaccine,…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 1st June 2022
Thailand's National Innovation Agency is moving ahead to develop Bangkok as an "Innovation City," aiming to create a new global startup hub and attract strategic partnerships to the country. Thailand is developing an "Innovation City" by exploring the nation's capital alongside other major cities' potential to become a smart innovation…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 20th July 2022
Popular plant-based chicken brand TiNDLE launches at Schmatz in Tokyo in new German and Japanese-inspired menu items. Singapore-headquartered TiNDLE is bringing their globally-loved plant-based chicken to German craft beer brand and restaurant group, Schmatz in Tokyo. Kicking off at Schmatz's Nakameguro and Yokohama locations, new German and Japanese-inspired dishes will…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 30th January 2023
Vietnam-based on-demand salary access provider GIMO has raised US$4.6 million in a Series A funding round led primarily by Singaporean venture capital firm, TNB Aura. Vietnam-based FinTech company GIMO provides earned wage access (EWA), along with other payroll services to underbanked workers in the country, aiming to empower them with…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 25th April 2023
Melbourne surpasses Sydney in size, becoming Australia's biggest city by population. Surpassing the Australian federal government's projections, Melbourne has overtaken Sydney by population, becoming the largest city in the country. In 2022, the government forecasted Melbourne to reach this position between 2031 and 2032, but with the city's most recent…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 9th August 2023
Apple Pay debuts in Vietnam, marking another significant step in its ongoing expansion across Southeast Asia. Apple has expanded its digital payment system, Apple Pay, to Vietnam, making it the third nation in Southeast Asia to support the service, following Singapore and Malaysia. This strategic move strengthens Apple's presence in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 18th August 2023
In an effort to bolster their economic and diplomatic bonds, the private sectors in Thailand and Vietnam have set their sights on a substantial increase in bilateral trade, targeting US$25 billion by 2025. Delegates from Thailand and Vietnam's private sectors have set a target of increasing bilateral trade to US$25…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 28th August 2023
Venturing beyond its status as a hidden gem, Nakhon Si Thammarat is gearing up to embrace its potential as the green capital of Thailand. In a strategic alliance between public and private sectors in the region, the province aims to unveil its ecological paradise to the world, bolstered by enhanced…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 16th August 2017
Bangkok’s first crowdfunded moving installation is making art accessible to everyone in their most familiar place, The BTS Skytrain Who would have thought that a routine as mundane as commuting to work could become something to look forward to? Asiola, the first crowdfunding platform in Thailand introduced Bangkok’s first moving…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 11th September 2018
Witraporn Pimpla, founder of Thailand’s most recognised, internationally certified organic skincare brand, Znya Organics, tells her very personal story of success. Behind every established entrepreneur is a story. For Witraporn Pimpla, a 41 year old skincare entrepreneur, inspiration came from very close to home. A sufferer of severe skin allergies…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 18th September 2018
It’s literally rocket science. Meet CEO James Yenbamroong, the founder of mu Space Corp and the man making space flight happen in the Asia-Pacific region. With a degree in aerospace engineering, James Yenbamroong spent his childhood looking up at the stars. As an adult, he has continued to look in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 15th January 2019
Acclaimed TED speaker, CEO and female entrepreneur Anastasia Volkova is building a world with better food security through remote-sensing technologies with her award-winning agtech startup FluroSat. Imagine a world with global food security. That’s what Australian entrepreneur Anastasia Volkova is trying to achieve. With a PhD in Aerospace, Aeronautical and…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 5th March 2020
International Women's Day (8 March) is a day globally recognised for celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year’s campaign #EachforEqual highlights the powerful difference every individual can make to achieve greater gender equality – because an equal world is an enabled world. Rooted in the…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 9th June 2020
In a move to improve diversity in the startup industry, Softbank will launch a USD 100 million Opportunity Growth Fund that will invest in companies led by founders and entrepreneurs of colour, confirmed SoftBank COO Marcelo Claure in an email to employees. Softbank has said it will be the “biggest…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 24th September 2020
Thailand will launch a new tourist visa that could facilitate long-term stays of up to 270 days, or nine months. The Special Tourist Visa (STV) is expected to be available shortly, once the Tourism Authority of Thailand's (TAT) official announcement is released. Visitors will first be allowed to reside in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 9th June 2021
On June 7, 2021, the U.S. based BioTech company Biogen and Japanese pharmaceutical company Eisai have gained approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first and only drug to treat Alzheimer's Disease after a long waited 115 years. ADUHELM™ (aducanumab-avwa) is a beta-amyloid-directed antibody that targets…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 21st June 2021
"We Change the World" is an interactive all ages art exhibition at The Ian Potter Centre at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) in Melbourne, Australia. Visitors are invited to explore how art and design can inspire positive change, and are encouraged to think about how they as individuals have their…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 5th July 2021
SAii properties' resident marine biologists care for injured sharks and other endangered species as part of S Hotels and Resorts Public Company Limited (S Hotels and Resorts)’ effort to conserve the environment and educate local communities with their Marine Discovery Centres. S Hotels and Resorts, the hospitality arm of Singha…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 11th August 2021
Nikon is set to partner with Aeva, an American startup founded by former Apple employees, to develop LiDAR technology. The partnership between the Japanese camera manufacturer and the Silicon Valley-based startup was announced this Tuesday, noting a particular focus on LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) technology. Aeva's LiDAR technology, which…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 24th September 2021
A research team at Keio University, Japan has developed a cheaper and safer alternative to glass fibres. The new plastic optical fibres have the potential to be applied in the automated transport industry, and are anticipated to be opened to commercial usage in 2022 earliest. Keio University, one of Japan’s…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 4th October 2021
Vietnam seeks a US$13.77 billion upgrade for their port system to boost efficiency and global trade. Vietnam is looking to upgrade their port system by 2030 and is seeking VN$313 trillion (US$13.77 billion) in funding by 2030 to achieve this target. This upgrade will optimise logistics, decrease road transportation, and…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 13th November 2021
Vaccine politics are playing an important role in most industries, affecting governments, businesses, and individuals alike. Home to many entrepreneurs and startups, successful vaccine distribution in APAC will have a significant impact on innovation in the region. The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has shaken up global economies like nothing seen in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 7th January 2022
Japanese industry leaders Toyota, Iwatani, and JGC are partnering to develop a new way to source hydrogen- from plastic waste. This will offer a solution for the country's excessive waste production and natural resource deficit, paving the way for Japan to become a hydrogen economy. Japan's Toyota, Iwatani, and JGC…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 26th January 2022
ETIX Everywhere expands to Asia launching new data centre campus in Bangkok with local partner Interlink Telecom. ETIX Everywhere announced the acquisition of 67% interest in Genesis data centre in Bang Chalong, Bangkok on Monday, January 24th. Renamed ETIX Bangkok #1, this data centre will be the foundation of a…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 3rd September 2022
As automakers continue to adopt sustainability and develop electric vehicles, Japan's Honda makes its next move by investing in solid-state batteries. Although Honda may have been slow to catch the electric vehicle (EV) wave, the Japanese automaker is catching up with its competitors as it invests US$4.4 billion in a…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 19th October 2022
As Taiwanese global electronics manufacturer Foxconn dives into the electric vehicle realm, developing its own EV and teaming up with American startup Fisker, the company voices its interest in Tesla production. Taiwan's Foxconn is looking to diversify its electric vehicle (EV) portfolio, unveiling the Luxgen n7 through its joint venture…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 4th January 2023
Sydney-based DesignByThem meets growing demand for sustainable innovation in Australia with their Confetti furniture made from recycled plastic. Australian industrial designer-founded firm DesignByThem is innovating in design, durability, and sustainability with their Confetti furniture collection made with recycled plastic. Meeting increased mindfulness towards the environment and the consequent demand for…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 31st January 2023
Australian healthy burger restaurant chain Grill'd partners with Sea Forest and the University of New England to introduce the world's first sustainable grass and seaweed-fed beef burger. Australia's well-loved Grill'd has created the world's first sustainable, grass, and seaweed-fed beef "Gamechanger" from black angus cattle, which produce up to two-thirds less…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 15th January 2024
Vulcan Coalition, an AI startup in Thailand, is making significant strides in employing individuals with disabilities, with over 90% of its workforce consisting of people with visual or mobility impairments, through a unique hiring model. In Thailand, an artificial intelligence (AI) startup has pioneered a groundbreaking approach to employment by…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 15th September 2020
Japanese technology conglomerate SoftBank will sell all shares in its semiconductor subsidiary Arm Limited to NVIDIA in a USD 40 billion agreement. The sale, which is the largest transaction in the semiconductor industry ever, will allow NVIDIA, the biggest graphic processing unit company in the world, to extend its market…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 5th October 2016
Request an Interview Have a story for us to cover? We’re always looking to interview industry experts, C-level executives, and innovators for an exclusive feature article. We cover upcoming business trends, industry insights, and cultural shifts in Asia Pacific. Our editorial team accepts stories within the following spaces: • Business…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 6th December 2016
Nathan Rhodes Design is a furnishing company with a contemporary twist. The label prides itself on modern classics. Founded by Thong Lor member Nathan Rhodes in 2009, The design firm is a furnishing company with a contemporary twist. The label prides itself on modern classics with a well-edited selection of…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 29th December 2016
Founding Director Jolanda van Zeeland of DesignAlign Ltd, explains why we need to understand the 'what is' before we understand the 'why' in design management. In this first DesignAlign Insight I’ll be exploring exactly this and also presenting some scenarios onto which to contextualize design management under the category's scenarios…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 10th January 2017
How much do you #OwnYourBody? Designer Jasmine Smith of Raven + Rose Lingerie discusses her collaboration with Sever Mican. Designer Jasmine Smith of Raven + Rose collaborates with Photographer Sever Mican for the #OwnYourBody project, which aims to represent females as “sexual beings in their own right.” The project was…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 12th February 2018
The talented duo behind Bangkok’s famous restaurant Bo.Lan are bringing back forgotten local recipes with a dash of contemporary ingenuity at Err, their latest sustainable outpost. Anyone who has travelled to Thailand will understand just how important the street food scene is to the country’s national identity. However, that buzzing…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 24th May 2019
Japan’s ageing population means its workforce is shrinking, but thanks to the founder of Gaijin Bank, Tokyo is hiring more foreign employees. Meet the man on a mission to internationalise Tokyo's employment culture. After peaking at just over 128 million in 2010, the past decade has seen declining numbers in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 3rd December 2019
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Relevance: 0% Posted on: 27th March 2020
Nattapong Nithi-Uthai is the mechanical engineer and university professor behind Tlejourn, a company that creates upcycled shoes by collecting discarded flip flops from the ocean, providing jobs to his community as he does so. Trash Hero is a volunteer group that started in Thailand about five years ago, rolling out…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 5th May 2020
According to a recent research study, almost 50% of all marriages end in divorce in The United States and 35% in Japan. To prevent the numbers from rising and from being the statistic, Tokyo-based rental company Kasoku is marketing its fully furnished flats as a temporary escape from marriage tension…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 21st May 2020
Market cap refers to the total value of a company's shares on the market, as well as the market's perception of its future prospects. Here's a quick breakdown of how to calculate it – and why it's worth paying attention to. What is Market Capitalisation? Market capitalisation, or ‘market cap’,…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 17th August 2020
Global working hours have increased substantially in response to work-from-home policies, according to a recent report by NordVPN Teams. Employees in the US and UK have seen working hours increase by a whopping 40% on average since March, marking 15 and 10-hour increases per week respectively. Firms in Canada, France,…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 2nd November 2021
With the rise of technological innovation, digitalisation is occurring in many sectors within the sports industry. From sports analytics to NFT trophies, read on to know more about the digital adoption of sports. Digitalisation has been happening in the sports industry in recent years, affecting various internal sectors. It has…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 11th April 2023
ANZ and Grollo Carbon Ventures partner to successfully trade tokenised Australian carbon credits. ANZ bank recently announced their partnership with Grollo Carbon Ventures (GCV) to trade Australian carbon credit units (ACCUs). Using a public, permissionless blockchain, the transaction demonstrated the use of digital assets to reduce settlement time and help…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 8th June 2023
Empowering women executives in the boardroom, Japan's new goal focuses on achieving 30% female executives at leading firms, shifting corporate culture. The Japanese government aims to increase the representation of women in executive positions at top companies to a minimum of 30% by 2030, as revealed in a draft document presented…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 30th June 2023
Japan proposes unified regulations for carbon capture in Southeast Asia and Australia, leading the region in CCS deployment. Japan aims to establish common regulations for carbon capture and storage (CCS) in collaboration with Australia and Southeast Asian countries. This initiative seeks to position Japan as a leader in CCS deployment within…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 28th September 2017
Amongst the bustle of Bangkok sits a rustic bookstore wedged between two buildings. Dasa Bookstore was opened in 2004 where the store sells and exchanges all types of second-hand books. With over 18,000 books in total, the shop is a perfect place to let your mind wander. In a world…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 6th November 2018
Introducing foreign products to a local market can be a challenge. Bangkok-based foodie and entrepreneur Nicolas Vivin is taking it one step further, asking local Thai producers to turn their hand to traditional French delicacies. Thailand might not seem like the obvious place to be producing French charcuterie or fromage…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 5th December 2018
Step inside Patom, Bangkok’s super stylish organic store and cafe in the city’s Thonglor Neighbourhood and an ode to the stylish and sustainable. In the midst of Bangkok’s trendiest neighbourhood of Thonglor lies a beautiful piece of architecture crafted from glass and upcycled wood, dropped in the middle of a…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 5th April 2019
With the rise of artificial intelligence in every sector, the medical field is no exception. Dr Michelle Perugini, CEO and founder of AI medical diagnostics firm Presagen, puts your fears to rest about AI. Artificial intelligence in healthcare is a rapidly expanding field, promising patients faster, more efficient, and more…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 19th October 2020
China's highest legislative body has passed a new law on export control, which will allow the Chinese government to restrict or ban exports of “strategic materials and advanced technology” to specific foreign companies from 1 December 2020. The firms would be set out on a newly established list, akin to…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 26th July 2021
US-based startup Bird Rides is partnering with Tokyo-based BRJ to bring e-scooters to Japan. Santa Monica-based startup Bird Rides will be entering the Japanese smart transportation market as the country begins to open mobility device restrictions. By introducing an electric scooter (e-scooter) sharing programme, similar models being widely successful and…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 11th August 2021
Heading towards its smart future goals, Japan advances with the latest technologies to reach the goal 'Society 5.0' by 2030. Despite Japan’s recent performance decline among global competitors in the technology field, the innovative country is presenting to the public its newest scientific advances, ranging from sea to space technology.…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 15th September 2021
Japan Airlines announces their steps towards reaching their sustainability goals by cutting food packaging and recycling waste into fertiliser. Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s leading airline has set a goal to recycle all food and beverage waste from in-flight meals. The industry leader plans to become more sustainable by recycling all food…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 29th December 2021
UnionPay enables QR code payments in Vietnam through partnerships with VNPAY and ECPay, allowing for seamless contactless transactions. UnionPay International (UPI) recently announced a partnership with Vietnamese payment acquirers VNPAY and ECPay. This joint effort will enable UnionPay QR code payments at over 15,000 merchants across the country, allowing for…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 3rd January 2022
Japan is reviving nuclear research efforts through participation in a US-led fast reactor project, developing important spent fuel recycling technology. The Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries are set to work with the United States Department of Energy and US-based startup TerraPower on the development of a…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 12th January 2022
Japanese shopping centre chain Aeon Mall aims to power over 160 malls in Japan with 100% clean energy by 2040. Parent company Aeon currently accounts for nearly 1% of all electricity usage in Japan. Aeon Mall, a Japanese shopping centre chain, has committed to power over 160 malls in Japan…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 14th February 2022
Amour du Chocolat, a Japanese Valentine’s chocolate event, has chosen the theme sustainable development goals for this year’s celebration. Eco-friendly chocolates are making a splash at Amour du Chocolat, Japan’s largest Valentine’s Day chocolate event at JR Tokai Takashimaya in Nagoya. The theme of this year’s event is sustainable development…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 14th March 2022
In a collaboration with Kagome, TWO Inc. has launched 2foods Plant-Based Omurice, bringing plant-based comfort food to the masses to encourage healthy and sustainable eating habits. TWO Inc. has teamed up with Kagome, a Japanese food manufacturer known for its ketchup and vegetable juices, to launch the “2foods Plant-Based Omurice”…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 17th May 2022
Taiwan opens its borders as Covid-19 restrictions begin to ease, welcoming foreign professional talent recruitment under the Employment Gold Card visa and work permit. As Taiwan adjusts to the new normal and in its attempt to mitigate the effects of the ongoing pandemic on the employment sector, the nation has…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 29th June 2022
Japanese tech startup Motion Lib partners with Tata Consultancy Services to deliver proprietary real haptics technology to healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries worldwide. Motion Lib, a tech startup in Japan, has developed a proprietary chip for robots that communicates feedback to human users, replicating a "sense of touch," thus enabling…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 3rd August 2022
Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibits The Picasso Century, as it maps out the remarkable work of Pablo Picasso featuring his interactions with various artists, poets and intellectuals throughout the 20th century. The Melbourne Winter Masterpiece series is back, this time unveiling The Picasso Century exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 15th August 2022
Spurred by the continued shift towards sustainability, Thai startups are turning to insects as a grain substitute in the livestock feeding industry. Biovert Protein, a Thailand-based startup announced its next move to build a factory in the country’s Eastern Economic Corridor (ECC) aiming to reach full scale production by 2024.…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 24th August 2022
The Australian government introduces "token mapping" for crypto regulations in the country's next move to modulate the industry. Australia has announced a new "token mapping" initiative that will review cryptocurrency assets in the country to work towards regulating the industry. As the government works to prioritise crypto regulations, token mapping…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 26th September 2022
As Japan prepares to open its borders to international travel on October 11th, the country anticipates a much-needed GDP boost. Tourists to Japan will no longer need to book their trip through a travel agency starting on Tuesday, the 11th of October, 2022. As the country prepares to welcome international…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 7th December 2022
Agriculture exports in Japan are set to rise to a record annual high spurred by increased global demand post-pandemic and the weakening yen. Influenced by the depreciating Japanese yen combined with an increased global appetite for agricultural, forestry, fishery, and food products post-pandemic, agriculture exports from the country are on…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 29th December 2022
Tokyo announces its newest sustainable regulation, requiring large-scale developers and homebuilders to install solar panels for all houses built in the city from April 2025 onwards. Japan is the world's fifth highest carbon emitter due to its heavy dependence on coal and natural gas for electricity consumption. In April 2021,…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 3rd January 2023
Hanoi-based startup Airlios unveils Southeast Asia's first electric flying car at the Vietnam Motor Show in Ho Chi Minh City, aiming for its autonomous vehicle to take its first official flight by the end of 2023. The 2022 edition of the Vietnam Motor Show was held in late October…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 1st February 2023
VF Corporation opens its newest regional office in Harajuku district, inaugurating the Tokyo Design Collective. VF Corporation (VFC) has established the Tokyo Design Collective (TDC), its latest design hub in Harajuku district to drive innovative product design and support expanding business growth across the Asia Pacific region (APAC), and beyond.…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 1st February 2023
The University of Melbourne's newly launched venture capital startup, Tin Alley Ventures, has raised AU$100 million to provide funding opportunities for alumni founders. Tin Alley Ventures is a joint venture that was established in a partnership between Australia's leading investment firm, Tanarra Capital, and the University of Melbourne, in June…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 1st March 2023
Melbourne Royal opens entries for their 30th edition of the Australian International Beer Awards in 2023 and announces the return of international judging. Melbourne Royal is accepting entries for the 2023 Australian International Beer Awards until Friday, the 17th of March. Following lowered travel restrictions across the globe, the Awards…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 19th April 2023
Australia is set to promote new vehicle pollution standards nationally to reduce carbon emissions and encourage electric vehicle adoption. The Australian government has announced that they will be introducing new vehicle pollution regulations to encourage electric vehicle (EV) adoption across the country. EV uptake has been slow in Australia compared…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 8th May 2023
The National Space Policy of Japan releases plans to expand its GPS network of four satellites to 11 in its Michibiki Quasi-Zenith Satellite System. The National Space Policy of Japan has announced new plans to expand the Michibiki Quasi-Zenith Satellite System from a network of four to 11 satellites for…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 10th May 2023
Australia announces a US$1.4 billion investment in the renewable hydrogen industry, highlighting the country's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning towards a low-carbon economy. Australia has committed US$1.4 billion to expand its renewable hydrogen industry in an effort to advance clean energy projects across the country. The government's…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 29th May 2023
Japan is developing technology to transmit solar power collected in space to Earth, aiming to revolutionise the renewable energy industry nationally and globally. The concept of space-based solar power was initially proposed by an American physicist in 1968. The idea revolves around launching solar panels into space to generate electricity…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 31st May 2023
Automakers in Japan are ramping up their software engineering capabilities to emulate Tesla's digitally-enabled success. Auto manufacturers in Japan have announced plans to expand their software engineering capabilities through upskilling and growing their workforces. Honda Motor is making a strategic shift toward a software-driven business model similar to Tesla's, and…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 20th June 2023
With its capacity to store the energy equivalent of 30,000 homes' rooftop solar generation for an hour, the Hazelwood battery plays a crucial role in expanding renewable energy capacity in Australia while providing essential grid services. In a significant milestone for Australia's renewable energy transition, ENGIE, along with Eku Energy…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 7th August 2023
Japan is gearing up to revolutionise scientific discovery with the development of a cutting-edge generative AI programme. In a significant move to boost scientific research and development, Japan's education ministry (MEXT) has revealed plans to develop a homegrown generative artificial intelligence (AI) programme. The AI will generate medical and scientific…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 9th October 2023
A recent U.S. News survey unveiled Japan as a global top 10 country, ranking sixth in the world overall. Explore the rankings, factors influencing them, and differing viewpoints on key global issues. In a recent report by U.S. News, Japan has secured a place as a top 10 country in…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 9th October 2023
Taiwan launches an initiative to provide menstrual care products in schools and several public venues, accompanied by subsidies, to combat period poverty and promote gender equality. In a significant move towards gender equality and addressing period poverty, Taiwan has initiated a programme to provide menstrual care products in all educational…
Relevance: 0% Posted on: 4th December 2023
Graphite Energy, a local thermal storage startup, commences work on a groundbreaking project in Australia, showcasing the harmony between renewable energy and agriculture through agrivoltaic and greenhouse systems. Australian startup Graphite Energy has initiated the construction of a pioneering renewable agriculture facility in central New South Wales. Valued at US$19 million,…
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EnergyLab, a nonprofit in Australia is granted US$1.64 million by the Australian government to support clean energy startups. This funding aims to help local early-stage clean energy startups, enabling them to develop and scale their technologies. In a significant move to bolster the growth of clean energy startups in Australia,…