Chinese foreign direct investment (FDI) in Southeast Asia is growing rapidly but remains concentrated in tertiary industries such as finance, construction, and real estate, particularly in less-developed economies like Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. A recent study by Guanie Lim and Chengwei Xu, published on 10 September 2024, suggests that China’s...

A recent survey by Deloitte Global highlights that 20% of businesses now have their Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) reporting directly to CEOs instead of Chief Information Officers (CIOs), signaling the increasing strategic influence of the role within organizations. The findings are part of the fourth edition of the “Global...

A massive $50 million deal for four combined homes is set to make waves on Australia’s most exclusive street, Wolseley Road in Point Piper. The four units, located at a single address, are being sold together, offering the potential to become either a grand trophy home or a prime development...

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has initiated legal proceedings against a former executive of a cryptocurrency exchange, charging him with fraud. Grant Colthup, the ex-CEO of ACCE Australia, which operated the Mine Digital crypto exchange, is accused of misappropriating approximately $1.5 million from one of the platform's customers....

Germany's wealthiest individuals are largely known, but Michael Gastauer shakes up the list. While entering the billionaire ranks is not unusual, Gastauer stands out as the youngest self-made billionaire in the country, with the potential to eclipse them all. Unlike many of his counterparts, Gastauer didn't inherit his fortune. He...

Leadership today is no longer about simply guiding teams or managing tasks. It’s about creating lasting impact, driving results, and, most importantly, empowering others to do the same. In this high-stakes world, where leaders are expected to deliver results while inspiring teams to do more, leadership frameworks that enable rapid,...

That’s how a business leader opened his presentation at a recent investor conference I attended, and the statement resonated with me. Even though I’ve never worked at a self-described tech company, my career has revolved around building and rebuilding software. Over time, I’ve noticed a pattern of challenges that mature,...

As companies increasingly recognize the importance of setting a winning direction for expansion, change, and evolution, the demand for C-level executives to drive, manage and sustain organizational growth increases.  Roles such as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) have been created to address the...

The rapid adoption of remote work, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought numerous benefits and challenges. I had the opportunity to discuss these in an interview with Tanner Hackett, CEO and Founder of Counterpart, a company specializing in management and professional liability for small businesses. Tanner shared valuable insights...