The Role of a CFO in a Startup (and When to Hire One)
Startups are often fast-paced, high-pressure environments where founders wear multiple hats. But as your business grows, managing finances becomes more complex—and that’s where the role of a CFO becomes essential. A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) does more than just crunch numbers. They act as strategic advisors, financial planners, and
Green Technology: Asia’s Ticket to Stay Clean and Green
In 2024, the world emitted around 41.6 billion metric tons of carbon, 50% of which came from Asia alone. This cannot be good for the environment. Right? For this reason, the world is looking for alternative power sources and green technologies to ensure their carbon footprint remains low. The same
Best Tips to Launch a Lean Startup With $500
Starting a business doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. Thanks to the lean startup methodology, launching your own venture on a small budget—yes, even $500—is more than possible. Whether you’re a college student, side hustler, or aspiring entrepreneur, this guide will walk you through how to turn your idea
Vietnam’s Growth Under Threat as Trump Imposes Heavy Tariffs
Vietnam, long hailed as a manufacturing powerhouse and global export hub, is facing a serious economic setback after the U.S. President Donald Trump slapped a steep 46% import duty on Vietnamese goods—one of the highest among 180 nations affected. The new tariffs threaten to derail the country’s ambitious 2025 GDP
Toyota Ramps Up EV Game with 15 Models by 2027, Eyes 1M Units
In a quiet yet ambitious push towards the electric future, Toyota is reportedly gearing up to roll out around 15 electric vehicle (EV) models by 2027, with plans to ramp up production to 1 million units per year, according to a Nikkei report. While Toyota hasn’t officially confirmed the figures—opting
BYD Gears Up for Korean Market with 30 Sales Outlets
BYD Co. is planning to expand its sales network in South Korea, a market currently dominated by local automotive giants Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp., as part of its strategy to boost deliveries beyond its home base in China. “We aim to increase our sales network to 30 outlets
Han Jong-hee, Samsung’s Co-CEO, Dies of Cardiac Arrest
South Korean tech giant Samsung is grappling with the sudden loss of its CEO, Han Jong-hee, who passed away at the age of 60 due to cardiac arrest. Han, who had been a pivotal figure in the company’s leadership team, died unexpectedly, leaving a void in Samsung that will be
Segway Recalls 220,000 Electric Scooters Over Folding Defect
Segway, the Chinese-owned company once known as an American innovator in personal transportation, has announced a major recall affecting around 220,000 units of its popular Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP scooters. The reason? A potentially dangerous flaw in the folding mechanism. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Japan’s Q4 GDP Slips: Was It The US Tariffs To Blame?
Japan’s economy expanded at a slower pace than reported in Q4 (October-December). The degradation was mainly caused by weaker consumption. GDP (Gross Domestic Product) expanded by 2.2% in the fourth quarter; however, economists forecasted 2.8% growth. At the same time, government officials and analysts shared their concerns about U.S. President
$53 Billion for Gaza: Arab Leaders Chart a New Course
In the latest turn of events, the Arab leaders proposed a $53 billion Egypt plan to counter Donald Trump’s idea of taking over Gaza and moving out 2 million Palestinians at an emergency summit in the Egyptian Capital Cairo. According to BBC, the secretary general of the Arab League, Ahmed
