Lailayan Almasri – Asia’s 40 Under 40 2025
At the intersection of data, community, and emotion stands Lailayan Almasri, Chief Marketing Officer at FundingPips, shaping one of fintech’s most engaged global trading ecosystems. Blending analytical rigour with creative intuition, she has redefined how fintech brands earn trust—through clarity, education, and authenticity. Under her leadership, FundingPips’ user base grew
Micron’s $24 billion Singapore Chip Fab Plant Plan
U.S. memory chipmaker Micron Technology has announced plans to spend $24 billion to build a new chip factory in Singapore. The goal is to increase production amid a global shortage of memory chips. The plan, first reported by Reuters, comes as demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technology is growing rapidly.
TikTok Finalises Joint Venture Deal With US to Avoid Ban
TikTok has made a key deal to prevent the app from being banned in the U.S. by creating a new company that American investors will mostly own. The Chinese investors of the app, ByteDance, said this new company, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, will run TikTok’s operations in the U.S.
Japan’s December Exports Slow on Weak U.S. Demand
Japan’s exports decreased in December 2025, rising 5.1% year over year, below expectations. The main reason was a sharp decline in exports to the United States, which fell 11.1% after rising in November for the first time since March. This unexpected drop between Japan and the U.S. is still unbelievable,
Power Grid System Market to Hit $19B by 2029
The global power grid market is poised for strong growth as utilities accelerate the digitalisation of electric networks, with the market expected to surpass $19 billion by 2029, according to The Business Research Company (TBRC). The company said the power grid system market, which forms part of the broader electrical
China AI Chip Companies Raise Billions in Hong Kong
China’s artificial intelligence and semiconductor companies are increasingly raising capital on Hong Kong’s stock markets, securing billions of dollars as global technology rivalry intensifies. With growing restrictions on advanced chip and technology exports from the United States, Hong Kong has emerged as a key financial hub for Chinese firms seeking
Indian Economy Expected to Grow 7.4% in FY26
Amid rising global trade uncertainties and tariff pressure, India’s economy is expected to create strong momentum in fiscal year 2026. The country is projecting a 7.4% growth rate for the year ending March 2026, according to the first advance estimates released by the Government of India. Last year, in May
Rupee Climbs to ₹90.12 per Dollar Early Tuesday
The India rupee strengthened by 18 paise to 90.12 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, driven by a weaker greenback and a dip in global crude oil prices. In the foreign exchange market, the rupee opened stronger at 90.18 and soon gained further to 90.12, up 18
Pentagon Announces $8.6 Bn F-15 Contract for Israel
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Boeing an $8.6 billion contract to design, test, manufacture, and deliver 25 new F-15IA fighter jets for the Israeli Air Force, with an option for 25 additional aircraft, the Pentagon announced on December 29, 2025. Under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, the
What Happens When You Prioritise Empathy, Intuition & Flow in Boardroom Decisions?
Boardroom decisions often chase speed, scale and spreadsheets, but a quieter force rooted in empathy, intuition, and flow reshaping the leadership to complement traditional strategic thinking. It’s called ‘feminine intelligence’, and it’s turning the tide on how businesses lead, decide, and grow.What starts as a more human-centred leadership approach often
