Agoda rolls out AI‑powered travel companion as Bangkok tech hub opens across APAC
Agoda is positioning itself as an AI‑powered travel companion, built from a new Bangkok tech hub.
Asia
Cushman & Wakefield Forecasts Strong 2026 Investments in SEA-6 Economies
Cushman & Wakefield projects sustained inflows into Southeast Asia’s key markets amid global shifts.
8M Real Estate Expands into Suburbs with Sceneca Square Opening Set for 2026
8M Real Estate targets family shoppers with Sceneca Square mall opening near Tanah Merah MRT in 2026.
Lyvin Properties Nears Completion of Luxury Bali Villas Amid Buyer Shift to Low-Density Living
Bali developer Lyvin Properties readies ocean-view villas for March 2026 handover amid demand for spacious luxury homes.
ASEAN banks stay resilient despite tariff and FX shocks, but provisioning is set to rise
ASEAN banks remain resilient, yet weaker credit conditions point to higher provisions ahead.
Job axe swings across Asia banking sector as foreign banks tighten costs and trim headcount
Senior bankers are moving again, but the broader sector still faces another round of job cuts.
China mobile giants like Microfun and Century Games crack global 4X and merge categories
Chinese studios lead 4X genre globally with hybrid strategy‑RPG hits.
Indonesia outbound travellers surge into South Asia as Bali locals push for experience‑led itineraries
Indonesian outbound to South Asia up 45% as locals protest overtourism in Bali.
Norwegian Cruise Line launches 12‑night Thailand–Vietnam–Indonesia sailings from March 10
Norwegian Sun kicks off 12‑night SEA cruises visiting Bangkok, Ha Long Bay, Bali.
Trip.com forecasts China as top SEA outbound destination for 2026 with triple‑digit flight bookings
Trip.com sees China‑SEA flights triple in 2026 as visa waivers fuel tourism boom.
