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Noda Shokukin Obtains FSSC 22000 Certification to Strengthen Global Ingredient Supply and OEM Production

Noda Shokukin Obtains FSSC 22000 Certification to Strengthen Global Ingredient Supply and OEM Production

Noda Shokukin Co., Ltd. has obtained FSSC 22000 certification at its main manufacturing facility, reinforcing global food safety and ingredient supply. Since its founding in 1969, Noda Shokukin has dedicated more than five decades to research, development, and manufacturing centred on the power of mushrooms. Achieving this internationally recognised food safety standards enables the company…

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Japanese Firms Eye Indonesia's AI-Era Market: Law Firms and Legal-Tech Startup Host Tokyo Seminar on Cross-Border Entry Strategy

Japanese Firms Eye Indonesia’s AI-Era Market: Law Firms and Legal-Tech Startup Host Tokyo Seminar on Cross-Border Entry Strategy

GHP Law Firm, Gani.AI, and Marunouchi Sogo Law Office bring together legal, investment, and technology voices to map out how Japanese companies should time, structure, and govern their entry into Indonesia TOKYO, Japan – August 5, 2026 – As Japanese companies increasingly look to Indonesia for growth, a seminar held today in Shibuya tackled the…

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Nestopa Expands Beyond Its AI-Powered Property Platform to Build Thailand's Most Connected Property Ecosystem

Nestopa Expands Beyond Its AI-Powered Property Platform to Build Thailand’s Most Connected Property Ecosystem

Ahead of upcoming Property Pulse events in Bangkok and Phuket, Nestopa unveils its expanded ecosystem spanning technology, marketing, networking events, and industry awards. BANGKOK, Thailand — August 2026 — Ahead of the upcoming Nestopa Property Pulse Bangkok event on 25 August 2026 and the series’ return to Phuket in October, Nestopa today announced the next…

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Inside Singapore’s Thriving Business Ecosystem: How Creative Startups Unlock Global Growth

Inside Singapore’s Thriving Business Ecosystem: How Creative Startups Unlock Global Growth

When a small nation devoid of natural resources builds one of the world’s most dynamic startup environments, the rest of the planet takes notes. Singapore has engineered a business ecosystem that feels tailor‑made for creative ventures—companies that sell stories, digital experiences, intellectual property, and brand‑driven services. The infrastructure, both physical and regulatory, is designed to…

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Demand for Swimming Lessons in Punggol Climbs as Young Families Prioritise Water Confidence

Demand for Swimming Lessons in Punggol Climbs as Young Families Prioritise Water Confidence

With one of Singapore’s youngest populations and a waterfront setting, Punggol parents are enrolling children in structured swim programmes at Sengkang Swimming Complex and condominium pools across the estate. Singapore, August 2026 — Enrolment in Punggol swimming lessons has continued to climb this year, as parents in one of Singapore’s youngest towns place growing emphasis…

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[Opening Friday, August 7] A New Landmark Is Born in Chayamachi, Umeda, Osaka! “Alpen OSAKA,” a Tax-Free Sports Flagship Store and One of the Largest in Western Japan, Celebrates Its Grand Opening

[Opening Friday, August 7] A New Landmark Is Born in Chayamachi, Umeda, Osaka! “Alpen OSAKA,” a Tax-Free Sports Flagship Store and One of the Largest in Western Japan, Celebrates Its Grand Opening

― A must-visit for international travelers who love golf and running. One of Japan’s largest product selections and the latest fitting experiences, all in one place ― Sporting goods retailer Alpen Co., Ltd. will hold the grand opening of “Alpen OSAKA,” its first flagship store in the Kansai region, on Friday, August 7, 2026, in…

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Punggol Swimming Complex Set to Open Soon: SwimSafe Opens Early Registration for Swimming Lessons at the New Venue

Punggol Swimming Complex Set to Open Soon: SwimSafe Opens Early Registration for Swimming Lessons at the New Venue

Punggol Swimming Complex Set to Open Soon: SwimSafe Opens Early Registration for Swimming Lessons at the New Venue. After years of anticipation, the Punggol Swimming Complex at the new Punggol Regional Sports Centre is set to open soon, and SwimSafe is preparing to conduct swimming lessons in Punggol at the brand-new facility from day one. Located at 11…

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Best Multi Currency Account in Singapore: How Businesses Can Simplify International Business Payments

Best Multi Currency Account in Singapore: How Businesses Can Simplify International Business Payments

Discover how Singapore businesses can simplify international business payments with a multi currency account and modern payment solutions like Payoneer. Expanding beyond Singapore has never been easier, but managing payments across different countries remains one of the biggest operational challenges for growing businesses. Whether you’re exporting products, working with overseas clients, or hiring international freelancers,…

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South Korea’s SONO Signals Expansion Into Australia and Singapore

South Korea’s SONO Signals Expansion Into Australia and Singapore

The company behind Cross Hotels & Resorts says its next phase of growth looks beyond Asia, with fresh Bali openings in the pipeline, including a 61-villa eco-resort on Nusa Penida, a 90-room upper upscale lifestyle hotel in Canggu, and a luxury beachfront address in Seminyak. LEGIAN, BALI, 28 July 2026 — SONO Hotels & Resorts…

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91 Per Cent of Enterprises Will Increase AI Spending. Most Can’t See the Cost — or the Risk!

91 Per Cent of Enterprises Will Increase AI Spending. Most Can’t See the Cost — or the Risk!

Deloitte, BCG, and Verizon data show enterprise AI adoption is outpacing both cost controls and security oversight. 60 per cent report minimal or no return. 80 per cent of employees use AI tools their organisations have never approved. The average breach cost when those tools are finally discovered: USD 4.63 million. Enterprise AI spending is…

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