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AI talent in Vietnam: Startups lose ground as conglomerates outbid rivals Vietnam’s AI talent market is tightening as wealthy conglomerates outbid startups, forcing smaller firms to adopt inventive recruitment and …

Japanese outlet malls pivot to experiences as domestic shoppers replace Chinese tourists Outlet malls across Japan are shifting toward experience-led offerings to attract domestic shoppers, adding features from skate parks …

SoftBank batteries to be made in Japan as group pursues lithium- and cobalt-free cells for AI data centers SoftBank to produce lithium- and cobalt-free batteries in Japan, aiming to power …

Wuliangye restates earnings, chairman removed from China’s NPC as sector warns of trouble Wuliangye has drastically restated its earnings, slashing key figures by half or more, while its chairman has …

KKR Sports Investments Could ‘Easily Double,’ Co‑CEO Says as Firm Eyes Asia KKR plans to expand its sports investments, with co‑CEO Joseph Bae saying the private equity firm’s $10bn sports …

Iran crude oil storage crisis deepens as tankers become floating reserves Iran crude oil storage woes intensify as U.S. Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz forces Tehran to store …

Anthropic expands Claude Mythos access amid U.S. government scrutiny Anthropic plans wider international access to Claude Mythos, including Japan, as U.S. officials scrutinize the model for safety and national-security risks. …

Hanwwa Philly Shipyard Drives Shipbuilding Push for U.S. Navy After 2024 Acquisition Hanwha Philly Shipyard is accelerating NSMV construction and related projects after its 2024 acquisition, positioning the yard at …

Pickleball in Japan Spurs Hotels and Malls to Convert Space into Courts Pickleball in Japan is driving a wave of venue conversions as hotels, shopping centers and leisure operators install …