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Visa and Mintoak Join Forces to Bring Merchant SaaS Capabilities to Acquirers Across Asia Pacific

SINGAPORE, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, today announced a partnership with Mintoak, a merchant Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) fintech platform, to enable acquirers across Asia Pacific to strengthen their merchant propositions beyond core payment acceptance.

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How Expert Lawyer Pamela Forero Aids Multinational Firms To Shield Against White-Collar Fraud in Emerging Markets

In various industries across Latin America, Africa, and Asia, markets have emerged and continue to evolve.

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InfoComm Asia Launches the 2026 Asia-Pacific Pro AV Market Playbook, Revealing the Technologies, Markets and Opportunities Reshaping the Region's Digital Future

BANGKOK, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- InfoComm Asia, Asia-Pacific's premier professional audiovisual and integrated experience platform, today announced the release of its new Asia-Pacific Pro AV Market Playbook 2026, a comprehensive industry report examining the technological, economic, and market forces transforming the region's professional audiovisual landscape.Developed by InfoComm Asia with…

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Vietnam is becoming the hottest tourist hotspot in Southeast Asia—and trying to avoid Thailand's mistakes

The country had 21 million visitors in 2025. Officials think they can attract even more in the future—and are splurging on infrastrucuture spending to meet that hoped-for demand.

Fortune

More than manufacturing: Vietnam has hopes to become Asia's next cultural powerhouse

Government policy and grassroots creators hope to prove that Vietnam can export culture as well as consumer goods.

Fortune

Wynn Returns as Official Host Partner of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 in Landmark 20th Anniversary Year

MACAO, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking its 20th anniversary in Macao, Wynn Resorts Macau will welcome the global drinks community once again as Official Host Partner of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026. For the second consecutive year, Wynn Palace and Wynn Macau will serve as the principal stages for…

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Australia declares El Nino set to be strongest in decades

Australia's weather bureau has warned of an El Nino forming in the tropical Pacific. This weather pattern could become one of the strongest in seventy years by the second half of 2026. It is expected to bring excessive rains to the Americas and hot, dry conditions to Asia. This raises…

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Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report says

The International Energy Agency says Southeast Asia’s power sector is too open to risks from its dependence on imports of oil and gas from a limited number of suppliers

The Independent UK

Jordan and Uzbekistan ready to crash World Cup party and take on giants

Packed streets of Amman and Tashkent will be lively with Asia’s debutants determined they are not just here to make up the numbers

The Guardian - UK

Hong Kong Summer Fun: Enjoy Hundreds of Thousands of Summer Deals and an Exciting Citywide Events Experience

HONG KONG, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This summer, Hong Kong is turning up the energy with a citywide celebration packed with festivals, family attractions, sporting spectacles and limited-time offers. The “Hong Kong Summer Fun” campaign brings together some of the city's biggest seasonal events alongside exclusive “Summer Deals”,…

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Asian shares are mostly higher and Japan's Nikkei tops 70,000 before BOJ rate hike

Asian shares are mostly higher and Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 briefly topped 70,000 for the first time before trimming early gains after the Bank of Japan raised its key interest rate to 1%

The Independent UK

Asia markets temper Iran deal optimism, BoJ decision in view

SINGAPORE - Asian stocks inched up on Tuesday after ‌rallying on the previous session on news of a peace deal between Iran and the United States, as investors turned their focus to several central bank decisions including an expected rate hike from the Bank of Japan.

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Asian stocks mostly higher, Japan's Nikkei rises

Asian stocks have finished mostly higher with South Korea's Kospi moving further into record territory, gaining 2.1 per cent.

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Global Market Today: Asian markets temper Iran deal optimism, BOJ decision in view

Asian stocks saw a modest rise, following a rally on news of a peace deal between Iran and the U.S. Investors are now focused on central bank decisions, including an anticipated rate hike from the Bank of Japan. Oil prices remained cautious, reflecting ongoing concerns about transit through the Strait…

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Agoda Highlights Must-Visit Asian Destinations for Yoga Enthusiasts

SINGAPORE, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As International Day of Yoga approaches on June 21, digital travel platform Agoda shares a curated list of destinations across Asia that offer enriching yoga experiences. From the spiritual heartlands of India to the serene beaches of the Philippines, these locations provide diverse opportunities…

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka sees ‘alarming’ rise in cybercrime as scam networks relocate from south-east Asia

Experts say criminal networks favour Sri Lanka due to ease of getting tourist visas and limited regulation on sim cards and internet connections

Fortune

The Southeast Asia 500 has a new engine: Vietnam

Thailand and Indonesia have the most companies on the list. But Vietnam is responsible for roughly a quarter of this year's total revenue growth.

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APEC China CEO Forum to Open Alongside China International Supply Chain Expo, Boosting Asia-Pacific Cooperation

BEIJING, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The APEC China CEO Forum, hosted by China Council for Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), a flagship business event during APEC China Year, will take place in Beijing on June 21, one day before the opening of the Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo…

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In 1929, a young archaeologist in China uncovered skullcap, 'Peking Man' inside a cold cave and changed human history forever

A 1929 discovery in China changed human evolution studies. Pei Wenzhong found the Peking Man skullcap. This fossil proved early humans lived in East Asia much earlier than thought. It became a key piece of evidence for Homo erectus. Zhoukoudian is now a major prehistoric site. The find continues to…

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TIIF 2026: Uzbekistan presents €75bn in projects to global investors

Bringing together policymakers, investors and business leaders from more than 100 countries, this year's Tashkent International Investment Forum explores investment opportunities and regional cooperation across Central Asia. Discussions are set to focus on infrastructure, energy, critical minerals,

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Six Regional Organisations Sign MoU to Strengthen Asia's Dengue Response as Cases Rise

SINGAPORE, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia Dengue Voice and Action Group (ADVA) and partner organisations from across Asia have signed a new regional Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen regional cooperation on dengue prevention and control. The partnership comes at a critical time as countries face growing mosquito…

The Independent UK

China’s ability to strike Australia ‘will grow over next decade’ as it deploys new weapons systems

Think tank says China’s rapid military expansion is reshaping Asia’s security order and bringing into question Australia’s relative isolation from military threats

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6th Hospitality Malaysia Conference Convenes Top Industry Minds to Rewrite the Playbook for Post-Growth Excellence

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Industry trailblazers, hoteliers, investors, operators, and developers from across the region are set to gather for the 6th Hospitality Malaysia Conference (#HMC2026) on June 24, 2026, at the Connexion Conference & Event Centre, Kuala Lumpur. Organised by Hospitality Asia, this prestigious event…

International Business Times UK

'You Look Asian': Man Fails Ethnicity Test While Trying to Flirt With Canadian Chess Champion Nemo Zhou

Canadian chess player Nemo Zhou's viral video captures a humorous street interaction where a stranger struggles to identify her ethnicity, sparking laughter and highlighting the comedy in social interactions.

Fortune

Animoca Brands cofounder Yat Siu argues Asia will fuse AI and the blockchain before the West does

“In Asia, we don’t have this problem since we’re much more comfortable with money.”

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