Why Learning FinTech Can Boost Your Career Opportunities in Modern Finance
Today, financial services are different from what they were even five years ago. The integration of technology into finance has given rise to new careers for professionals who understand both fields. If you are currently working in finance or looking to get into finance, fintech education can give you the
Tensions Rising in West Asia Threaten India’s Gem Exports
The ongoing conflict in West Asia is significantly impacting India’s jewellery and gem exports from the United Arab Emirates. India is in danger due to $98 billion in imports, including crude oil, LNG, and diamonds. According to ANI reports, a prominent diamond trader and president of the diamond association in
Iran Crisis Threatens South Korea’s AI Chip Industry
South Korea’s semiconductor industry is on high alert due to a growing crisis in the Middle East involving Iran. This conflict has the potential to disrupt the global chip market in two major ways: by choking the supply of essential manufacturing minerals and by cooling demand for artificial intelligence (AI)
Turkmenistan Targets $45B in the U.S. Business Deals
Turkmenistan’s national leader, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, visited Florida in February 2026 to launch a new chapter in US-Turkmenistan relations. He met with several corporations, including Boeing, General Electric, and John Deere, to expand partnerships in agriculture and industry. According to Turkmenistan, the visit emphasised that American businesses have already implemented projects
Hyundai’s $7bn Proposal: The Future of AI and Robotics
Shares of Hyundai Motors and Kia surged by 10.5% and 15% on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, respectively, following news of a massive 10 trillion won ($7 billion) investment planned for South Korea’s west coast. This five-year project in the Saemangeum area is designed to transform the region into a high-tech
Busan Bank Launches AI Credit Model to Cut Blind Spots
An artificial intelligence (AI)-based “alternative credit scoring model” has been officially launched and announced by BNK Busan Bank. The new system is designed to support its existing credit evaluation method, which has mainly relied on customer financial information, such as loans, credit cards, and banking transactions. The new credit scoring
Overall Japanese Exports Surge 17% Amid Strong Demand
Japan has reported its exports surged nearly 17% in January from a year earlier, lifted by seasonal factors and strong demand in China and other Asian markets. Imports fell to 2.5% from the same month a year earlier to 10.3 trillion yen ($67 billion), while exports climbed 16.8% to
Khaled Ayesh-Best CEOs from Asia 2025
Khaled Ayesh’s journey is a lesson in resilience, lived experience, and an unshakeable belief that credibility is the true currency of leadership. From a young trading enthusiast navigating early losses to becoming the CEO, owner, and founder of FundingPips, Khaled has built far more than a company; he has shaped
Abhay Pandita-Best CEOs from Asia 2025
Abhay Pandita does not subscribe to the mythology of the all-knowing tech leader. As CEO of byteeIT, he believes certainty in technology fades quickly, and unchecked brilliance often becomes a bottleneck rather than an advantage. “The smartest guy in the room is usually the biggest constraint,” he says, a belief
Macquarie’s $8.3B Qube Deal Sends Shares Soaring.
Shares of Australia’s Qube Holdings surged after the company agreed to an $8.3 billion takeover by a consortium led by Macquarie Asset Management, marking one of the biggest logistics acquisitions in recent years. The deal reflects growing investor confidence in global logistics infrastructure and highlights the strategic importance of supply
