Asian Tech Roundup: India Rejects Regulation and Cybersecurity Measures Likely to Escalate
India's Supreme Court dismisses a call for internet price regulation; China struggles with data asset listings, with under 300 companies...
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Kenya’s Inflation Rate Continues to Climb Amid Economic Concerns
Kenya's inflation rate rose to 3.5% in February 2025, continuing an upward trend observed since November 2024. Despite challenges, the...
Fitch Anticipates Positive Impact of Kenya’s New Capital Requirements on Banking Sector
Fitch Ratings anticipates that Kenya's new $77 million core capital requirements will reduce non-performing loans and drive credit growth. The...
Syrians Face Economic Hardship as Ramadan Approaches
With Ramadan nearing, Syrians experience financial hardship due to economic chaos following civil war and changes in government. Severe withdrawal...
South Africa’s Government Auctions 1 Billion Rand in Inflation-Linked Bonds
South Africa's government sold 1 billion rand of inflation-linked bonds at auction, including maturities in 2033, 2043, and 2058. The...
Petrobras Reaffirm Strategy Amid Share Price Decline Due to Increased Investment
Petrobras plans to accelerate investments to enhance oil production, as announced by Chief Executive Magda Chambriard. The company reported higher...
Record UPI Transactions in India: A Milestone in Digital Payments
In January, UPI transactions in India broke records with volumes exceeding 16.99 billion and values surpassing Rs 23.48 lakh crore....
Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Calls for Fair Taxation Among Entrepreneurs
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov of Kazakhstan has urged local entrepreneurs to pay taxes fairly within two weeks, warning of consequences...
Vietnam’s Strategies to Navigate U.S. Tariffs and Enhance Trade Relations
Vietnam is actively considering measures to circumvent U.S. tariffs on its goods, focusing on increasing local content and improving trade...
Proposed Tax Reforms Promise Economic Advancement and Improved Living Standards in Nigeria
Senator Basheer Lado announced that proposed tax reform bills will enhance Nigeria’s economy and living standards. He highlighted President Tinubu's...
