Honda has filed a series of patent applications in Japan for what seems to be a new technology offering two different riding positions on the same motorcycle. The patent images…
India’s mobile device market slumped 25% year-on-year during the first quarter of 2019 due to a collapse in the feature phone segment, according to CyberMedia Research (CMR). The research firm…
After two years of working closely with Google and other data companies, AirAsia expects cost savings and revenue enhancement beginning next year. Group CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes told a…
Other direct flights served by AirAsia from Thailand to Indonesia are Jakarta-Bangkok, Medan-Bangkok and Denpasar-Bangkok. Low-cost carrier AirAsia is set to open a new direct route from Jakarta to Phuket…
Inditex Group’s Australian business, Group Zara Australia, posted a 35 percent increase in net profit for the year ending January 31, 2019, lifting the figure from $8.9 million to $12…
Italian fashion house Fendi unveiled its first flagship store in Queensland on Thursday, becoming the latest in a series of global luxury brands to set up shop in the Sunshine…
DBS’ Chief Information Officer and Head Of Group Technology and Operations, is leaving the bank. DBS has confirmed that its group head of technology and operations David Gledhill is departing effective…
Restaurant Brands International, parent of the Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen brands, is eyeing significant expansion in China despite current trade tensions. The firm is aiming to…
Japan’s communications ministry plans to create around 10 billion 14-digit phone numbers in anticipation of the 5G era. The 14-digit numbers starting with the code 020 will be introduced by…
J.P. Morgan has invested in a fintech player in the business payments based in India. To help its clients experience clearer electronic invoice presentation and quicker reconciliation, the U.S. financial group…
A Singapore fintech turns brick-and-mortar shops into alternative ATMs, potentially saving banks millions of dollars in maintaining their cash logistics. Banks can now tap on SoCash’s apps and existing brick and mortar…
Amid rising global trade tensions and concerns over a synchronized global slowdown, UOB wants to focus on three areas for growth. UOB wants to focus on regional connectivity, ecosystem partnerships,…
The bank’s consumer banking products can now be applied for, approved and used instantly. OCBC Bank is making getting a card or loan more accessible and convenient by enabling digital…
Apple has been trying to replace your wallet with your iPhone for years now. Despite the relatively wide adoption of Apple Pay (at least in the States), however, it’s still…
Alibaba has invested US$640 million in Red Star Macalline Group, the largest furniture retail chain in China. Signalling a renewed interest in the home improvement business, Alibaba made the investment…
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