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China's Standing Army Is More Enormous Than You Think

China's military is the largest globally and key to its superpower ambitions.

China's Rapid Naval Modernization Is Closing in on Russia

China's naval modernization has rapidly advanced, significantly increasing its capabilities and challenging established naval powers like the U.S. and Russia.

China Isn't the Strongest Military in Asia

The strongest military might in Asia is represented by China, Russia, India, and Japan, with significant advancements and capabilities.

China Is Striking Deals to Cement Its Role as Asia's Trade Hub

China aims to become Asia's trade hub through new rail lines and increased cooperation with neighboring countries, facing significant geopolitical challenges.

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

China's Standing Army Is More Enormous Than You Think

China's military is the largest globally and key to its superpower ambitions.

China's Rapid Naval Modernization Is Closing in on Russia

China's naval modernization has rapidly advanced, significantly increasing its capabilities and challenging established naval powers like the U.S. and Russia.

China Isn't the Strongest Military in Asia

The strongest military might in Asia is represented by China, Russia, India, and Japan, with significant advancements and capabilities.

China Is Striking Deals to Cement Its Role as Asia's Trade Hub

China aims to become Asia's trade hub through new rail lines and increased cooperation with neighboring countries, facing significant geopolitical challenges.

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
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World Cup qualifiers Asia: Will Australia miss 2026? Who is Son's heir?

Indonesia's unexpected win against Saudi Arabia has intensified competition in Group C of the AFC qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
#geopolitics

Capital for Asia, rooted in Asia: How Singapore's Jenny Lee wants to rethink venture capital

Jenny Lee's journey from engineer to a top venture capitalist illustrates her ability to bridge engineering with venture capital, enhancing collaboration with tech entrepreneurs.

How Strong Are Asia's Military Forces?

Asia has some of the world's strongest militaries, with China and Russia leading in nuclear capabilities.

China Isn't the Strongest Military in Asia

The four influential Asian countries dominate with economic and military strength, showcasing their global power.

Who Controls the Most Artillery Firepower in Asia

Russia possesses the largest artillery arsenal in Asia, with nearly 15,000 units significantly surpassing its competitors.

Capital for Asia, rooted in Asia: How Singapore's Jenny Lee wants to rethink venture capital

Jenny Lee's journey from engineer to a top venture capitalist illustrates her ability to bridge engineering with venture capital, enhancing collaboration with tech entrepreneurs.

How Strong Are Asia's Military Forces?

Asia has some of the world's strongest militaries, with China and Russia leading in nuclear capabilities.

China Isn't the Strongest Military in Asia

The four influential Asian countries dominate with economic and military strength, showcasing their global power.

Who Controls the Most Artillery Firepower in Asia

Russia possesses the largest artillery arsenal in Asia, with nearly 15,000 units significantly surpassing its competitors.
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The Best Places to Go in Asia in 2025

Asia's diversity offers exhilarating experiences and unique cultural explorations, making it a must-visit destination in 2025.
#innovation

WIPO IP Indicators Report Again Shows Strong IP Filing Totals for China, Asian Nations

India is the only top 20 nation to consistently increase its patent filings each year for the last decade.

The Fortune Fintech Innovators Asia list: Meet the 60 fintech firms leading the pack

Asia is a global leader in fintech, surpassing Western countries in mobile payment technology.

WIPO IP Indicators Report Again Shows Strong IP Filing Totals for China, Asian Nations

India is the only top 20 nation to consistently increase its patent filings each year for the last decade.

The Fortune Fintech Innovators Asia list: Meet the 60 fintech firms leading the pack

Asia is a global leader in fintech, surpassing Western countries in mobile payment technology.
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#david-attenborough

'A feast for the eyes': Sir David Attenborough to present new BBC series Asia

Sir David Attenborough's 'Asia' series will be the BBC's first major wildlife focus on Asia, exploring its unique landscapes and animals.

Asia review another David Attenborough masterclass in beautiful TV

David Attenborough's new series showcases the remarkable coexistence of humans and animals in Asia's diverse ecosystems, celebrating the beauty of nature.

'A feast for the eyes': Sir David Attenborough to present new BBC series Asia

Sir David Attenborough's 'Asia' series will be the BBC's first major wildlife focus on Asia, exploring its unique landscapes and animals.

Asia review another David Attenborough masterclass in beautiful TV

David Attenborough's new series showcases the remarkable coexistence of humans and animals in Asia's diverse ecosystems, celebrating the beauty of nature.
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China Has 174,300 of These War Machines Protecting Its Borders

Armored vehicles are crucial for military capabilities in Asia, particularly in managing territorial disputes and ensuring regional stability.

Raiders, Rulers, and Traders by David Chaffetz (Book Review)

The evolution and role of horses were crucial in shaping empires and trade routes across Asia throughout history.

Russia Maintains Tank Supremacy in Asia, China Falls Short

Russia's tank army dominates Asia with over 14,000 units, highlighting a significant military advantage.
#natural-disasters

Hyper-violent' Typhoon Gaemi was made fiercer by climate crisis, say scientists

Climate change is intensifying typhoons like Gaemi, making Asia increasingly dangerous until fossil fuel dependence is addressed.

Weather tracker: Typhoon Krathon forecast to batter Philippines

Typhoon Krathon poses severe threats, with anticipated heavy rainfall and strong winds affecting multiple regions.

Hyper-violent' Typhoon Gaemi was made fiercer by climate crisis, say scientists

Climate change is intensifying typhoons like Gaemi, making Asia increasingly dangerous until fossil fuel dependence is addressed.

Weather tracker: Typhoon Krathon forecast to batter Philippines

Typhoon Krathon poses severe threats, with anticipated heavy rainfall and strong winds affecting multiple regions.
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U.S. Crypto Industry Will Follow a Different Path From Rest of World: BitMEX Group CEO

The U.S. crypto industry will increasingly align with traditional finance, diverging from the global market.
Asia, particularly India, is emerging as a key driver of the crypto industry going forward.
#regulation

Stablecoins Will Drive Institutional Adoption in Asia: Chainalysis CEO

Stablecoins are key to driving institutional adoption of cryptocurrency in Asia.
The U.S. remains the most influential region for the crypto industry despite Asia's growing user base.

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.

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.

Stablecoins Will Drive Institutional Adoption in Asia: Chainalysis CEO

Stablecoins are key to driving institutional adoption of cryptocurrency in Asia.
The U.S. remains the most influential region for the crypto industry despite Asia's growing user base.

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.

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.
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Just one Asian organization is among the top 20 largest donors in the world, as the region's philanthropy lags the U.S.

Asia's billionaires have significant wealth, but philanthropic giving is lagging compared to Western countries, highlighting a vast potential for impactful charitable contributions.

India misses ten million public WiFi hotspot goal

India's public Wi-Fi rollout is significantly behind target, jeopardizing future connectivity goals.
Google's datacenter investment in Fiji signals a push for ICT opportunity in the Pacific.
Asia is seeing major investments in data infrastructure with new datacenters from global tech firms.

Brazil will restrict foreign entries to stem flow to US, Canada

Brazil is restricting entry for certain Asian refugees to manage transit migration routes to the U.S. and Canada.

Capcom, Sega, and Nintendo stocks tumble in Japanese market panic - but why?

The global economy's downturn is impacting video game companies like Nintendo, Sega, and Capcom, affecting their stock valuations.

7 Different Ways of Experiencing Queer Asia

Asia is becoming increasingly popular for LGBTQ+ travel due to rising global visibility of queer entertainment and culture, as well as advancements in queer advocacy and legislation.

Kewell and Crespo's Asian Champions League showdown marks end of era

The article discusses the 2005 Champions League reunion between Harry Kewell and Hernan Crespo in the Asian Champions League final, highlighting their coaching journeys.

April Heat Waves from Gaza to the Philippines Were Made Worse by Climate Change

Extreme heat in Asia has caused deaths, crop failures, and school closures, with refugee camps and urban areas most vulnerable.
#singapore

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.

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

Asia's factory activity slightly weakened in April.

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.

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.

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.
#mlb

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
#Asia

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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Wittaya Aqua's data-driven AI helps seafood farmers increase aquaculture production | TechCrunch

Startups in aquaculture sector are leveraging AI to drive production and sustainability.

China Isn't the Strongest Military in Asia

China, Russia, India, and Japan are the most influential countries in Asia with significant military power and air force dominance.

Putin considers changes to nuclear weapons doctrine

Putin seeks to bolster ties in Asia amid international isolation over actions in Ukraine.
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