e27, Asia's largest tech and startup media platform, announces the launch of Echelon X, Southeast Asia’s premier tech and startup conference. Happening from 15 to 16 May at the Singapore EXPO, this milestone 10th iteration helps startups forge new business connections, unravel new business opportunities, and create a deal flow of new investments across Southeast Asia's tech ecosystem and beyond.
A new global study by RELEX Solutions, a leading provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, reveals that while 57% of retailers and CPG companies plan to invest in predictive and generative AI in the next 3-5 years, AI and machine learning (ML) ranked just fifth in importance for overall technology spend behind enhancing e-commerce capabilities, improving inventory management, demand forecasting, and leveraging data analytics. This suggests that companies may be underestimating AI's role in tackling consumer demand volatility.
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has set another milestone after being recognized as a Great Place To Work® for 2024. This is the first time an airline in Southeast Asia has achieved such distinction.
As part of its commitment to advancing financial inclusion and providing insurance for all, regional insurtech Igloo has partnered with consumer finance platforms in the Philippines to offer gadget protection products to shoppers.
Personal Collection (PC), a leading Filipino-owned direct selling company, was recently recognized as one of the 2024 Top 100 Employers for Fresh Graduates in the Philippines by Prosple, a careers and education technology company, solidifying the company’s steadfast commitment to nurturing an inclusive and empowering workplace for every Filipino worker.
NITORI Holdings Co., Ltd. based in Sapporo, northern Japan, has announced the launch of its first Nitori store in the Philippines, aiming to accelerate more store openings in the Asian market. The first store in the Philippines will open in 18th April in “MITSUKOSHI BGC”, a huge shopping center in Manila.
MANILA, Philippines, March 18, 2024 – For most people, understanding insurance boils down to the four most common types: life, health, auto, and long-term disability. While awareness of insurance importance is increasing, the aforementioned traditional insurance products are failing to resonate with many people due to various reasons including affordability, accessibility, and relevance. These factors …
MANILA, PHILIPPINES, March 18, 2024 – In the Philippines, despite the financial industry’s recent attempts at digitalization, customers still face significant hurdles when it comes to accessing credit products. A recent study by TransUnion Philippines showed that 94% of Filipino Gen Zs see the importance of credit and lending products to reach their financial goals. …
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Manila, Philippines, 15 March 2024– The Philippines is on track towards becoming a US$35 billion economy by 2025. But even with the promising outlook, the country’s workforce remains challenged by a digital skills gap that hampers its transformation into a truly digital nation. According to the 2023 World Digital Competitiveness Ranking by the International Institute for Management Development …
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Echelon, the premier tech and startup conference in Southeast Asia organized by e27, has announced the first 26 shortlisted participants in its TOP100 Program for 2024. Launched in 2012, the TOP100 is a curated growth program for startups across the region to gain visibility, mentorship, and funding opportunities.
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