Posts Tagged ‘Tackling’
HSBC is tackling Hong Kong’s commercial real estate crisis
[HONG KONG] For those concerned with financial stability, HSBC Holdings. is doing the right thing by taking its Hong Kong subsidiary private. But its shareholders do not like it. HSBC’s plan Hang Seng Bank is expensive. Hang Seng’s minority shareholders will be paid all in cash, at a premium of about 30 per cent over…
Read MoreTelecom’s Silent Epidemic: AB Handshake on Tackling Fraud Without Blocking Legitimate Calls
Fraudsters have found fertile ground in the telecom industry, targeting service providers and enterprises alike. In 2023, telecom fraud surged by 12%, costing the industry a staggering $38.95 billion—about 2.5% of global telecom revenue. These losses stem from schemes like IRSF, SIM box, and Wangiri fraud, just to name a few. While the financial implications…
Read MoreTackling Debt ‘Curse’, France Wants To Slash Holidays
France’s Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said Tuesday he wanted to reduce the number of public holidays as part of an urgent plan to tackle what he called the “curse” of his country’s debt. Presenting his outline 2026 budget plan, Bayrou said two holidays out of France’s total of 11 could go, suggesting Easter Monday as…
Read MoreMaritime, aviation sectors can learn from each other in tackling conflict risks, climate change: transport leaders
[SINGAPORE] The maritime and aviation sectors can work together to tackle shared global risks such as geopolitical conflict and climate change, said senior global transport officials on Monday (Jul 14). These are among “common challenges and issues… that straddle both sectors”, said Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow. “To that end, we are looking at how…
Read MoreBusinesses tackling Asia’s ageing crisis awarded S$3 million at DBS Foundation’s Impact Beyond Awards
[SINGAPORE] Smart emergency-response devices available round the clock and using artificial intelligence (AI) to help clients match with caregivers were among the four ideas that won the DBS Foundation’s inaugural Impact Beyond Awards. They were unveiled during the DBS Foundation Impact Beyond Dialogue on Thursday (May 29). Collectively, the winners will receive S$3 million from…
Read MoreAccord Reached ‘In Principle’ Over Tackling Future Pandemics: Negotiating Body
WHO members on Saturday reached agreement over how to tackle future pandemics after three years of discussions, the co-chair of the negotiating body told AFP. “We have an accord in principle” and the final version will have to be okayed by the various member states, Anne-Claire Amprou, who is also French ambassador for world health,…
Read MoreUrgent Solutions to Fight Cancer: How Helix BioPharma is Tackling the Toughest Challenges
The world is full of brilliant minds who push the boundaries of knowledge. It is remarkable when they commit to utilizing their expertise to advance their field and impact people’s lives meaningfully. When they unite under a shared mission, the results can be revolutionary. This is the case with Helix BioPharma, where a growing team…
Read MoreInnovations in Identity Security: Tackling AI-Driven Threats
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, identity security stands at the forefront of technological advancements. Tejeswar Reddy Velpucharla, exploring AI-driven identity threats, sheds light on the evolving challenges and innovations in this field. His insights reveal the sophisticated risks posed by AI-powered attacks and the latest countermeasures being developed to combat them.…
Read MoreTire Maker Honored For Tackling Electric Car Pollution
Electric cars are widely hailed as the future of transport, but even though they eliminate the issue of fuel emissions from tailpipes, the problem of particle pollution as a result of tire wear hasn’t been resolved. A British company selected as a finalist for Prince William’s Earthshot Prize now promises more durable tires that increase…
Read MoreHow advanced robotic systems experts like Vatsal Mehta are tackling global supply chain issues
Global supply chain issues are becoming increasingly complex, and with the rise of e-commerce, the need for efficient and effective supply chain management is greater than ever. To ensure that global supply chain processes are optimized, the industry requires the expertise of leading professionals. Vatsal Mehta has extensive knowledge and experience in advanced robotic systems.…
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