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Alibaba’s AI Chatbot Qwen Pauses Amid Surging Coupon Demand in Promotional Blitz

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2026

Alibaba’s artificial intelligence chatbot, Qwen, recently hit a snag in its service. An overwhelming response from customers resulted in a suspension of the coupon-issuing function, which in turn interrupted a…

Revolutionizing Trade and Travel: Vietnam’s Inaugural Direct Flight to Amsterdam Set to Soar in June

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2026

Vietnam Airlines has announced its intention to initiate the nation’s inaugural direct flight to the Netherlands. The flight will connect Hanoi and Amsterdam and is expected to begin operations in…

UOB Extends Gold Trading Hours, Implements Appointment-only Policy Amid Soaring Demand

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2026

As the demand for gold continues to escalate, United Overseas Bank (UOB), the sole local banking institution in Singapore that trades in physical gold bars and bullion coins, has announced…

Bian Ximing: From Gold Tycoon to Silver Bear in $300M Shift Amid Market Fluctuations

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2026

Billionaire Chinese trader, Bian Ximing, formerly famous for leveraging the gold rally, has now focused his attention on the dramatic ascent of silver. He has placed a significant bet on…

U.S. Dollar Flexes Strength Against Vietnamese Dong in Unofficial Markets: A Look into Currency Highlights of the Week”

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2026

On Monday morning, the U.S. dollar exhibited an upward trend against the Vietnamese dong on the unofficial market, while maintaining relative stability against other major currencies. The U.S. dollar exhibited…

Tet Holiday Sees Durian Prices Skyrocket Amid Mekong Delta Supply Crisis

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2026

As the Lunar New Year, or Tet, approaches, the cost of durians has seen a significant spike due to the dwindling supply in the Mekong Delta region. Traders are currently…

Lanvin Group Sharpens Focus with Strategic Spin-off of Italian Luxury Brand Caruso

Mei Ling Tan February 9, 2026

The Lanvin Group has recently completed the strategic divestment of the Italian luxury menswear brand, Caruso. This move is a part of the group’s plan to concentrate on their primary…

Experience the Future of Retail: 7-Eleven Opens Innovative Concept Store in Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

Mei Ling Tan February 9, 2026

7-Eleven Hong Kong has recently unveiled an innovative concept store within the boundaries of the burgeoning lifestyle and sports center, Kai Tak Sports Park. This modernized store model breaks the…

DBS Wealth Management Hits Record-Breaking Asset Surge in 2025

Mei Ling Tan February 9, 2026

DBS’ wealth management business achieved remarkable success in 2025, setting records in both assets under management and net new assets. Unprecedented Growth According to the bank’s Chief Financial Officer, assets…

UBS Unveils New Managing Directors: A 11% Drop from Last Year Reveals Strategic Shift

Mei Ling Tan February 9, 2026

UBS, the banking behemoth based in Zurich, has unveiled its new cohort of managing directors. With a total of 155 appointments, this year’s list is smaller than the preceding year’s,…

Vietnam Gold Prices Soar to Record High, Outpacing Global Bullion Rates

Mei Ling Tan February 9, 2026

The price of gold has seen a notable increase in Vietnam, with a jump recorded on Monday morning. This rise further extends the difference between the local and global bullion…

DBS Shatters Records with Pre-Tax Profit Surge Despite Global Tax Impact

Mei Ling Tan February 9, 2026

DBS, a Singapore-based bank, has reported a record pre-tax profit despite the overall net profit experiencing a decrease due to the institution of the new global minimum tax. In the…

Vietjet earns AirlineRatings’ “World’s Safest Airlines” recognition for 2026

Aiman Qayyum Anas Adlan February 9, 2026

Vietjet has once again been recognised by AirlineRatings, the world’s leading airline safety and product-rating website, as one of the world’s safest airlines for 2026. The airline has also consistently…

Pieter Mulier: From Dior and Calvin Klein to Versace’s New Chief Creative Officer

Mei Ling Tan February 6, 2026

The Prada Group, a leading player in the world of luxury goods, has appointed Pieter Mulier to the position of Chief Creative Officer for Versace. This new appointment is set…

Vietnam’s Seafood Exports Soar 13% in January Fueled by Asian Markets

Mei Ling Tan February 6, 2026

In January, exports of seafood from Vietnam totaled US$874 million, a year-on-year increase of 13%. The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers noted that this boost was largely due…

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Alibaba’s AI Chatbot Qwen Pauses Amid Surging Coupon Demand in Promotional Blitz

Revolutionizing Trade and Travel: Vietnam’s Inaugural Direct Flight to Amsterdam Set to Soar in June

UOB Extends Gold Trading Hours, Implements Appointment-only Policy Amid Soaring Demand

Bian Ximing: From Gold Tycoon to Silver Bear in $300M Shift Amid Market Fluctuations

U.S. Dollar Flexes Strength Against Vietnamese Dong in Unofficial Markets: A Look into Currency Highlights of the Week”

Tet Holiday Sees Durian Prices Skyrocket Amid Mekong Delta Supply Crisis

Lanvin Group Sharpens Focus with Strategic Spin-off of Italian Luxury Brand Caruso

Experience the Future of Retail: 7-Eleven Opens Innovative Concept Store in Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park

DBS Wealth Management Hits Record-Breaking Asset Surge in 2025

UBS Unveils New Managing Directors: A 11% Drop from Last Year Reveals Strategic Shift

Vietnam Gold Prices Soar to Record High, Outpacing Global Bullion Rates

DBS Shatters Records with Pre-Tax Profit Surge Despite Global Tax Impact

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