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Powering Asia
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 22/04/2019
» Energy is essential for advancing economic activity and quality of life, but obtaining most of our energy from fossil fuels is no longer sustainable. Pollution is spreading like a plague, warming the planet, choking the public and eroding our health.
Time to embrace diversity
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 01/04/2019
» We are living in the golden age of information, where technology allows us to broaden our horizons, acquire knowledge and connect with billions of people around the world with the click of a button. Access to unlimited and instant information is transforming the way we live, work and play.
Digitising SMEs
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 25/03/2019
» A few years ago, digital transformation in business was seen as an option or perhaps an expensive investment that might be hard to justify. Even when companies did decide to digitise, the process was often fragmented, which prevented them from truly harnessing the power of technology. The approach appeared ineffective and the results were not quantifiable.
Powered by nature
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 11/03/2019
» In 1984, a small biotechnology company began life in Sapporo, Japan to develop innovative materials for the agriculture sector. Founder Ken-ichi Kosuna named it Amino Up, after the ingredients of the first product the new venture was developing at the time.
The gene-editing pandora's box
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 03/12/2018
» Last week, a Chinese scientist once again sparked an international outcry on ethics and legality. This time, the issue regards transparency over the potential use of human gene-editing technology.
Connecting the digital dots
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 26/11/2018
» The changes brought about by digital disruption have swept away companies of all sizes in all industries. For those that remain, digital transformation is becoming more urgent by the day.
Making the most of data: the Seagate challenge
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 15/10/2018
» Data has emerged as one of the world's most valuable commodities -- "the new oil", as pundits have put it. But the deluge of information is of no value unless it can be properly managed and applied.
Clearer skies ahead?
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 08/10/2018
» From a volatile investment climate to a tarnished international reputation and currency depreciation, there has never been a more challenging time for businesses in Myanmar.
Myanmar's illusory growth
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 24/09/2018
» Since it began opening up to the world in 2011, Myanmar has been one of the most hyped economies in the region. With promising economic growth averaging 7% a year, a young workforce and abundant resources, the country of 53 million seems to present boundless opportunities for local and foreign investors alike.
Forbes sets stage for 2018 conference
Business, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 21/09/2018
» Companies and societies that learn to navigate through technological changes can grasp potential opportunities, while those that are slower will be left behind.