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South China Morning Post
1 day ago
Marketing

Singapore TikTok video sparks debate, remote Hong Kong enclave: 5 weekend reads

The article highlights five weekend stories covering Chinese identity in Singapore, a remote Hong Kong enclave, and the work-from-home trend in Asia. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong Likely to Approve Spot Bitcoin ETFs Next Week: Reuters

Hong Kong is likely to approve the first spot bitcoin ETF applications soon.
Asia, particularly Hong Kong and Australia, may lead in offering spot bitcoin ETFs. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Business

Crypto-Friendly Does Not Mean Crypto-Easy

Asia's rise as a major region in the crypto world is largely due to hubs like Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan.
Places referred to as 'crypto-friendly' actually have some of the toughest rules in the world. [ more ]
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Dodgers Nation
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Will the Dodgers Play in Japan in 2025?

Dodgers are being considered for future regular season games in Asia, particularly in Tokyo and Hokkaido.
MLB is looking to capitalize on the popularity of the Dodgers' Japanese stars, Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, by potentially organizing exhibition games in Japan. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Minor Leaguer Created Shohei Ohtani Painting Out Of Rubik's Cubes

Shohei Ohtani signs $700 million deal with Dodgers, becoming a highlight of MLB attention.
Dodgers gain popularity in Asia due to Ohtani's presence and travel to South Korea for games. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Watch: Shohei Ohtani, Wife & Dodgers Arrive At Incheon Airport For Seoul Series

Dodgers' popularity in Asia grew due to signings of Ohtani and Yamamoto
Ohtani's marriage revelation increased interest in his personal life [ more ]
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CreativeApplications.Net
4 days ago
Design

Open Call: The 6th VH AWARD for Emerging Media Artists

Hyundai Motor Group opens call for 6th VH AWARD, promoting Asia's promising media artists through diverse audiovisual artworks submission. [ more ]
Berlin Art Link
5 months ago
Design

Open Call for K11 Art Foundation's Artist Prize | Berlin Art Link

The K11 Art Foundation has announced the launch of the K11 Artist Prize, a platform for recognition and advancement of emerging Asian artists.
The prize includes participation in an exhibition, mentorship from industry professionals, and a residency program in Wuhan, China. [ more ]
Createsend
1 week ago
Business

Logistics Report: Geopolitics in Supply Chains; Europe Backs Factories; Leaving Baltimore

Asia's factory activity slightly weakened in April. [ more ]
Coindesk
2 months ago
Business

Crypto Has an Unrealized Opportunity in Asia

Asia is advancing institutional adoption and use cases of crypto, serving as a blueprint for other jurisdictions.
Asian countries like Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea are taking steps towards clarifying rules around security token offerings. [ more ]
Nature
4 weeks ago
Data science

Lethal dust storms blanket Asia every spring - now AI could help predict them

Better prediction of dust storms in Asia using AI and climate modeling can reduce significant economic losses and health risks. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Marketing

4 must-know consumer insights to fuel your Ramadan mobile marketing campaigns

Mobile plays a crucial role in Ramadan shopping, from research to purchase.
Ramadan shoppers use mobile for both research and making purchases. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
Video games

Adventure to action: Must-play games on Asia's leading online entertainment destination!

Online gaming is an integral part of entertainment in Asia due to technological advancements and internet connectivity.
Asia's online gaming scene offers a variety of games catering to different interests, from adventure to action. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
SF LGBT

Lesbian couple makes history in Nepal as first to have their marriage recognized by government

Nepal has recognized its first-ever married lesbian couple
Marriage equality progress has been slower in Africa and Asia [ more ]
Coindesk
3 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin ETFs in and Around Asia After U.S. Approvals? Analysts Are Optimistic About Momentum

Approval of spot bitcoin ETFs in the US can create momentum for similar approvals in Asia, even without ideal policies.
Analysts believe Australia will likely be the next country to approve spot bitcoin ETF products. [ more ]
Coindesk
6 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Grayscale Discount Continues to Narrow as Spot Bitcoin, Ether ETF Euphoria Works Through Markets

Bitcoin and ether are trading steady in Asia, supported by narrowing discounts on Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and anticipation for the approval of spot bitcoin and ether ETFs.
Market optimism is high, with investor inflows surpassing $1 billion this year.
U.S. economic data and Federal Reserve communications are expected to influence crypto market trends. [ more ]
WSJ
4 months ago
World news

China Deal Slump Forces Wall Street Banks to Cast a Wider Net

Investment bankers are shifting their focus to IPOs and stock sales in India, Japan, and other booming markets
China's stagnant deal flow is prompting bankers to seek opportunities in other markets [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
OMG science

Aditya-L1: India's solar mission reaches Sun's orbit

India's solar observation mission, Aditya-L1, has successfully entered the Sun's orbit after a four-month journey.
This is the first mission by any country in Asia to be placed in orbit around the Sun. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
4 months ago
Business intelligence

The World's Busiest International Flight Routes of 2023 | Entrepreneur

Nine out of the top 10 busiest international flight routes are in Asia and the Middle East.
The Kuala Lumpur-Singapore route is the busiest with 4.9 million seats, a 50% increase from last year. [ more ]
East Asia Forum
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Everyone wins with better Asian AI governance | East Asia Forum

China's Global AI Governance Initiative raises questions about the effectiveness of multilateral efforts in developing trustworthy AI systems.
Asia's regional coordination in AI governance is crucial for inclusive and sustainable growth in the region. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden seizes a chance to refocus on Asia as wars rage in Europe and the Mideast

President Biden's original foreign policy priority was reasserting American influence in Asia.
Biden views Asia as key to the future and wants to demonstrate the United States' commitment to the region. [ more ]
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