Special Reports

A recent global survey conducted by Slack reveals a stark divide between executives and employees regarding the significance of artificial intelligence in the workplace. The study, which polled 17,372 desk workers across 15 countries—including Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, and the US—was conducted between August 2-30, 2024....

Tokyo, Japan, is the most populous city in the world, boasting a staggering population of over 37 million inhabitants. This is remarkable, considering it is more than four times the population of New York City, one of the largest cities in the United States. Following Tokyo, the cities of New...

The estate of now-defunct crypto exchange FTX has initiated legal action against Binance and its former CEO Changpeng Zhao, seeking to reclaim over $1.76 billion. The lawsuit asserts that a 2021 transaction in which Binance divested its investment in FTX by selling a 20% stake in the platform along with...

A recent survey by BGF of business leaders across its 400-company investment portfolio found that AI is being widely embraced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with an overwhelmingly positive outlook. An impressive 89% of respondents viewed AI as an opportunity for growth, while only 7% saw it as a...

PwC has released its report titled FinTech in ASEAN 2024: A Decade of Innovation, which reviews the transformative changes in global FinTech over the past decade, noting its impact on financial services and its role in advancing digital inclusion worldwide. The report acknowledges, however, that the sector still faces significant...

A recent study reveals that a CEO’s socioeconomic background significantly influences their approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and employee welfare initiatives. CEOs who identify as coming from lower or lower-middle-class families tend to prioritize corporate giving that benefits economically disadvantaged communities, with a particular focus on educational and housing...

As the 2024 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week begins, global attention centers on Peru, where President Dina Boluarte is set to welcome leaders from APEC’s 21 member economies in Lima. Under the theme "Empower. Include. Grow," senior officials, ministers, and heads of state will address critical challenges affecting the Asia-Pacific region,...

Southeast Asian (SEA) countries have emerged as the top global market for Chinese app installations, according to a new study released Monday by measurement and analytics firm Adjust in collaboration with Sensor Tower. The report highlights that SEA countries account for a significant share of Chinese app installs worldwide, with...

The economic future may rest in the ocean, where a range of profitable opportunities, from tourism to energy, are emerging. However, the blue economy and the ocean itself are increasingly threatened by climate change, and without strong government intervention, these issues may intensify. At the same time, the ocean could...

If you found a bag filled with cash, which currency would you prefer? Many might quickly assume that a suitcase full of euros is the best choice since it allows for immediate spending in Europe or in countries that accept euros. The U.S. dollar is generally regarded as the most...