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Prime Day Phenomenon: How Amazon’s Mega Sale Is Reshaping The Retail Calendar

Mei Ling Tan July 9, 2025

The Evolution of Prime Day In the United States, Black Friday has long been seen as the ultimate shopping event. However, Amazon’s Prime Day has been increasingly gaining momentum among…

UOB Boosts Vietnam’s GDP Growth Outlook to an Impressive 6.9%

Mei Ling Tan July 9, 2025

Vietnam’s economy is doing a celebratory dance. A report from UOB’s Global Economics & Market Research Unit reveals that in the second quarter of 2025, Vietnam’s real GDP soared by…

Couple Struggles with Mental Health, Loses $480K in High-Stakes Gamble at Hanoi’s Luxury Pullman Casino

Mei Ling Tan July 9, 2025

In a sensational case that highlights the complex interplay between gambling and mental health in Vietnam, a couple is at the center of a scandal involving massive losses and alleged…

Alibaba Unveils Ambitious Expansion Strategy, Transforming Wholesale Business In Southeast Asia

Mei Ling Tan July 9, 2025

Retail giant Alibaba Group is ramping up its game as it unveils plans to expand its wholesale business, unveiling a transformative strategy that aims to penetrate deeper into Southeast Asia’s…

PLDT, Smart, and DICT Unite to Boost Digital Skills Among Filipinos

Mei Ling Tan July 9, 2025

PLDT and its wireless subsidiary, Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), are joining forces with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in an ambitious effort to enhance digital literacy among…

SoftBank and Nokia Kick Off Japan’s Pioneering 7 GHz 6G Trial

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

SoftBank Corp. is making a significant move in the race towards 6G by teaming up with Nokia for an outdoor trial scheduled for June 2025 that will explore the potential…

Ho Chi Minh City Set to Welcome 6,000 New Prime Apartments This Year

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

In a dynamic shift for Ho Chi Minh City’s real estate sector, JLL projects the introduction of an impressive 5,500 to 6,000 high-end apartments and around 1,300 RBL (residential building…

Baidu Unveils Musesteamer: Ai-driven Video Generator And Enhances Search Engine Capabilities

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Baidu Introduces AI-Driven Video Generator and Revamps Search Engine Baidu, the Chinese technology company, unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called MuseSteamer and launched a significant upgrade to its…

Marithe Francois Girbaud launches first store in Greater China

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Misto Holdings has announced its expansion plans in Greater China with the introduction of Marithe Francois Girbaud, a French casualwear brand. The company has opened the first local store for…

Shein files for Hong Kong IPO to pressure London’s listing regulators

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Fast-fashion retailer, Shein, founded in China, has reportedly submitted an application for an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong. This move has been interpreted as a strategic effort to…

China, Myanmar, Thailand Unite to Combat Rising Telecom Fraud Threats Together

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

In a decisive move against burgeoning criminal enterprises, China, Myanmar, and Thailand have committed to strengthening their collaboration in dismantling elaborate scam networks proliferating across Southeast Asia, with a particular…

Boucheron opens boutique in Bangkok’s Siam Paragon

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Boucheron Launches New Boutique in Bangkok’s Siam Paragon Boucheron, a high-end jewellery designer, has revealed their brand-new boutique, conveniently situated in the Siam Paragon, a prominent shopping destination in Bangkok.…

Miniso Unveils Largest Melbourne Store, Showcasing Exclusive Collections And Broad Product Range

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Chinese consumer goods retailer, Miniso, recently revealed its latest store in Melbourne, situated within the bustling Highpoint shopping complex, marking the brand’s largest outlet in the city. Prime Location &…

Sean Hill Appointed As New CEO Of De Bijenkorf: A New Chapter For Central Group

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Central Group has announced the appointment of Sean Hill as the new chief executive for the Dutch department store, De Bijenkorf. Hill, a member of the fourth generation of the…

Singapore’s Retail Sector: May’s Stability And Varied Industry Performances

Mei Ling Tan July 8, 2025

Singapore’s Retail Sector in May In May, Singapore’s retail sector, excluding sales of motor vehicles, saw a stable performance. This follows a 0.8% growth in April and an increase of…

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Prime Day Phenomenon: How Amazon’s Mega Sale Is Reshaping The Retail Calendar

UOB Boosts Vietnam’s GDP Growth Outlook to an Impressive 6.9%

Couple Struggles with Mental Health, Loses $480K in High-Stakes Gamble at Hanoi’s Luxury Pullman Casino

Alibaba Unveils Ambitious Expansion Strategy, Transforming Wholesale Business In Southeast Asia

PLDT, Smart, and DICT Unite to Boost Digital Skills Among Filipinos

SoftBank and Nokia Kick Off Japan’s Pioneering 7 GHz 6G Trial

Ho Chi Minh City Set to Welcome 6,000 New Prime Apartments This Year

Baidu Unveils Musesteamer: Ai-driven Video Generator And Enhances Search Engine Capabilities

Marithe Francois Girbaud launches first store in Greater China

Shein files for Hong Kong IPO to pressure London’s listing regulators

China, Myanmar, Thailand Unite to Combat Rising Telecom Fraud Threats Together

Boucheron opens boutique in Bangkok’s Siam Paragon

Miniso Unveils Largest Melbourne Store, Showcasing Exclusive Collections And Broad Product Range

Sean Hill Appointed As New CEO Of De Bijenkorf: A New Chapter For Central Group

Singapore’s Retail Sector: May’s Stability And Varied Industry Performances

Vuori Targets Chinas Fitness Boom: Plans to Triple Store Count in Aggressive Expansion

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