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Weak cybersecurity strategies leave businesses exposed Businesses must prioritise strengthening leadership technology capabilities AI challenge is to balance efficiency gains and preserve human expertise KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 November 2025 – Malaysian businesses are rapidly adopting AI and data analytics, but weak cybersecurity strategies are leaving them exposed to growing digital threats, according to CPA Australia’s latest Business Technology Survey. While 87 […]

85% of businesses from the region indicate they plan to participate in the festive shopping period Almost 75% of consumers surveyed across these same markets intend to be active shoppers Consumer trust remains a challenge, however, as only about half of the region’s shoppers trust offers presented —underscoring the need for transparency and reliable delivery SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 November 2025 – Black Friday […]

Top Organizers and Promoters Applaud ‘UOB LIVE’ as ASEAN’s Premier Comprehensive and Advanced Entertainment Venue BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 28 August 2023 – United Overseas Bank (UOB), in collaboration with The EM District and AEG, has revealed an unprecedented alliance aimed at unveiling “UOB LIVE” – a cutting-edge and most comprehensive indoor event hub set to become the epitome of excellence within ASEAN. Boasting a […]

India has initiated formal negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union, signalling a strategic shift in trade dynamics aimed at expanding commercial engagement beyond traditional markets. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced in New Delhi that talks with the five-member bloc—comprising Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan—will begin with negotiations unfolding in the capital this week. The move marks the culmination of the Terms of Reference signed by India and the EAEU in Moscow on 20 August 2025, which laid out an 18-month roadmap for an agreement in goods and potentially services and investment.

Officials from India’s commerce ministry, including Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, have held preparatory talks in Moscow with EAEU trade officials and representatives of Russian industry to review the roadmap and coordinate next steps. The discussions focused on reinforcing supply-chain resilience, regulatory predictability and balanced growth, with long-term ambitions including an objective to reach USD 100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030.

India’s pivot towards the EAEU reflects a broader strategy to diversify export markets, particularly as trade relations with some Western economies become more uncertain amid shifting tariffs and sanctions regimes. The EAEU spans economies that collectively represent a significant regional market; access to these markets is expected to bolster opportunities for Indian exporters.

Key beneficiaries are expected to include micro, small and medium enterprises, agricultural producers such as farmers and fishermen, and sectors seeking broader market reach. The ToR signed in August emphasised support for these groups, intending to open new avenues for exporters who often face high barriers to entry in traditional trade corridors.

Analysts note that an India–EAEU FTA, if successfully concluded, could reshape trade flows for certain goods. Lower import duties and smoother customs regimes could make exports of textiles, agricultural produce, and processed goods more competitive. Simultaneously, Indian consumers and industries might gain access to competitively priced raw materials, machinery, and intermediate goods from EAEU nations, potentially easing input costs for domestic manufacturing.

Despite the promise, several challenges lie ahead. Disparate regulatory standards across EAEU countries, infrastructure bottlenecks, and logistical complexities could complicate the implementation of tariff liberalisation and non-tariff measures. Observers caution that negotiating consensus among five different economies will entail difficult compromises, especially on sensitive sectors such as agriculture or regulated commodities.

Luxury housing continues to dominate the residential real estate market across India’s major cities, with luxury and ultra-luxury segments driving a marked rise in overall transaction value even as unit sales taper. Data from a leading national consultancy shows that although the number of homes sold in the top seven cities dropped by 9 percent year-on-year in Q3 2025, the total value of transactions surged 14 percent. That divergence underscores how costlier, higher-end homes are reshaping demand dynamics.

Results from the period reveal average residential prices across these cities climbed by 9 percent to roughly ₹9,105 per square foot, compared with ₹8,390 per square foot a year earlier. Among the seven-city group, the region surrounding the national capital registered the steepest price rise at 24 percent, followed by the technology hub city which posted a 10 percent increase.

The shift towards premium properties appears structural rather than cyclical. In the financial year 2025, approximately 4.22 lakh residences were sold across the top cities, with aggregate sales value reaching ₹5.59 lakh crore. Developers and analysts foresee FY26 sales value climbing to around ₹6.65 lakh crore, representing nearly a 20 percent increase over the previous year — even if volume growth remains constrained.

Market segmentation by price reveals where the momentum lies. Homes priced in the luxury and ultra-luxury bracket accounted for the largest share of new supply in Q2 2025 at 27 percent, signalling a deliberate tilt by developers toward high-end inventory. This contrasts sharply with affordable housing, which is witnessing comparatively modest demand and shrinking market share.

Affordability pressures and shifting buyer preferences explain part of this trend. Slower demand for lower-cost units has pushed developers to prioritise mid-income to luxury segments, where margins remain attractive and buyers appear increasingly willing — and able — to pay a premium for space, amenities and perceived investment value.

Regional markets display distinct characteristics. The national capital region stands out for highest price gains, reflecting sustained demand from corporate professionals drawn to well-located urban residences. The technology-driven city registers steady growth, supported by IT professionals and expatriate buyers seeking quality housing. The metropolitan coastal region remains the nation’s most expensive housing market, with baseline prices significantly above the national average — a reflection of limited land availability, redevelopment activity and interest from non-resident buyers.

Abu Dhabi’s Modon Holding has taken a strategic equity stake in Wellington Lifestyle Partners, signalling its first foray into a high-end equestrian and real estate development project in the United States. The investment is slated to support the expansion of Wellington International showgrounds in Florida and underpin an ambitious ultra-luxury development that blends horse sport, upscale residences, hospitality and leisure amenities. The funding will go toward completing […]

Greenlogue/AP ADNOC Gas and EMSTEEL formalised a long-term arrangement that will guarantee supply of lower-carbon natural gas to power EMSTEEL’s industrial operations. The agreement, spanning 20 years and valued between US$3.5 billion and US$4.2 billion, takes effect from 1 January 2027 and underlines the strategic bond between the integrated gas supplier and one of the region’s largest steel and building materials manufacturers. Under the deal, EMSTEEL will […]

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Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrived in Washington to meet U. S. President Donald Trump with a sweeping agenda spanning defence, technology and economic cooperation — signalling a clear recalibration of Saudi Arabia–United States relations. The meeting resulted in high-stakes commitments including a pledge of up to $1 trillion in Saudi investments and approval for advanced defence hardware, underscoring the kingdom’s ambition to […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 November 2025 – Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), the star game of the international video game developer MOONTON Games, will return for the 2026 Esports World Cup (EWC), following a historic year in 2025! This year, MLBB cemented its place amongst the world’s top esports titles after it emerged as the most-watched game in EWC history. According to Esports Charts, […]

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Markets across the Gulf Cooperation Council are undergoing a shift as Islamic debt instruments embrace digital formats and new issuance technologies. Outstanding sukuk — Shariah-compliant bonds — in the GCC reached US$1.1 trillion by the end of the third quarter of 2025, marking a 12.7 percent rise over the prior year as debt-capital-market activity surged. Debt capital market issuances in the region saw […]

Market attention turned sharply towards World Liberty Financial as its WLFI token climbed more than 7% on the daily chart, supported by renewed momentum in a buyback programme that has drawn heightened interest from traders. The jump in value, which pushed volumes higher across multiple exchanges, underscored a shift in sentiment around the project after a period of steady consolidation in its price trajectory.

Traders noted that the upswing aligned with the recommencement of the token buyback scheme, which had been announced earlier in the year as part of the platform’s strategy to stabilise circulating supply and incentivise long-term holding. The renewed activity around the programme appeared to signal confidence within the project’s core team, with market participants interpreting the move as an effort to strengthen liquidity and reinforce the token’s market position during a phase of broader volatility in digital assets.

The project, positioned as a decentralised finance ecosystem offering yield products and cross-border payment tools, has been attempting to carve out a more distinct space in the congested DeFi landscape. Its token performance has shown periods of sharp movement in line with broader market swings, but the latest rise stood out due to the targeted intervention through the buyback initiative. Analysts tracking on-chain data confirmed a noticeable reduction in WLFI circulating supply over the past 48 hours, indicating execution of the buyback in measurable volumes.

A senior market analyst at a Dubai-based digital asset fund said the token’s rebound reflected “a coordinated liquidity strategy combined with renewed user engagement,” adding that sustained price support would depend on whether the buybacks continue at a stable pace. The analyst also pointed to the rising interest in tokens backed by structured DeFi models, noting that these projects have gained traction as traders search for instruments offering more predictable mechanics compared with purely speculative assets.

WLFI’s latest surge coincided with a broad improvement in sentiment across mid-cap digital tokens, though its gain exceeded the general market trend. Data aggregators showed that while major assets such as Bitcoin and Ether recorded modest upward moves, WLFI’s performance outpaced most alternative tokens in its category. The increase was accompanied by a measurable uptick in wallet activity, with new holders entering the market as trading forums circulated speculation about further buyback rounds.

Company representatives had earlier disclosed that the buyback programme was designed to respond dynamically to market conditions, enabling the project to reinforce token value during periods of instability. Blockchain analysts have noted that such mechanisms, if implemented with transparency and predictable parameters, can help sustain community confidence and mitigate sharp sell-offs. The WLFI team’s renewed engagement, including technical updates and communication around upcoming ecosystem features, also contributed to the current sentiment shift.

Industry observers said market participants were also watching regulatory signals closely, as global jurisdictions continue to refine frameworks for digital assets. A clearer regulatory environment, particularly in markets influential to token liquidity, has historically contributed to greater investor participation. WLFI’s activity in markets such as the UAE and Southeast Asia has expanded over the past year, aided by partnerships with payment service providers and liquidity networks aiming to widen adoption.

Developments in DeFi have shown that buyback-driven appreciation, while effective in the short term, typically requires sustained platform growth to maintain momentum. This has put attention on WLFI’s roadmap, which outlines the rollout of additional financial tools and integrations aimed at strengthening ecosystem utility. Market analysts said user adoption metrics over the next quarter would be critical in determining whether the token can retain the gains recorded following the buyback revival.

The broader digital asset market has been characterised by alternating periods of risk appetite and caution, shaped by shifting macroeconomic indicators and geopolitical developments. WLFI’s rise occurred during a phase where traders were displaying a stronger preference for tokens linked to structured platforms with defined use cases. This positioned WLFI favourably as its developers highlighted enhancements to yield mechanisms and expansion into multi-chain support, which could increase platform accessibility.

Trading desks reported that the token’s order books reflected thicker buy-side interest as the session progressed, suggesting that momentum-driven traders were reinforcing the upward movement. Price analysts, however, cautioned that tokens experiencing sudden appreciation following buybacks may face corrections if broader market sentiment turns or if programme intensity decreases. Despite this, WLFI’s advocates argue that the project’s tokenomics structure is engineered to provide periodic support without distorting long-term market behaviour.

As billion dollar private companies OpenAI and Stripe rapidly rise in prominence, venture capital has once again become a central topic of discussion in business and finance. That is why thought it would be timely to have a conversation with Alessio Vinassa, an entrepreneur, venture builder, thought leader, and philanthropist firmly entrenched in the venture capital space. Alessio speaks like a builder who has seen ideas become […]

STA. ROSA, LAGUNA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 November 2025 – DHL Summit Solutions, Inc. (DSSI), the joint venture between DHL Supply Chain APAC and JG Summit Holdings, Inc., today marked a major milestone in its sustainability journey with the inauguration of its Electric Vehicle (EV) fleet. With its investment in 23 electric vehicles and 22 prime movers, DSSI is becoming one of the largest […]

Stablecoins have moved from the fringe of digital finance to the centre of American geopolitical strategy with astonishing speed. A year ago, many analysts still dismissed them as an experiment, an irritant or a regulatory problem. Today they sit at the heart of a much bigger financial vision inside Washington. The Trump administration, I now believe, is using stablecoins as a new mechanism to strengthen the dollar’s […]

Record Turnout Signals City’s Rise as Asia’s Trading Card Hub Event Backed by Virtual Asset Venture MemeStrategy, Entertainment Platform 9GAG HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 November 2025 – In a city long synonymous with skyscrapers and stock tickers, an unlikely subculture is staking its claim: trading cards. The just-concluded Grade10 Festival, drawing a record 23,000 attendees to Hong Kong’s bustling convention hall in […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 Nov 2025 – Watch Exchange has secured a coveted spot in Singapore’s Enterprise 50 Awards. This accolade goes beyond business performance. It reflects Watch Exchange’s belief that true excellence is built on credibility and trust. The award places the company alongside some of the country’s most respected enterprises, recognised for innovation, resilience and sustained growth, while affirming Watch Exchange’s commitment […]

By Dr. Nilanjan Banik With the long-awaited trade deal with the US delayed, India is deepening engagement with other developed partners such as the European Union (EU) and New Zealand to secure free trade agreements (FTAs). This shift reflects New Delhi’s intent to diversify its trade relationships and reduce dependency on any single major economy. […]

The article India’s Strategic Shift Toward Diversified Trade And Green Commitments appeared first on Latest India news, analysis and reports on Newspack by India Press Agency).

Youths recognise the need for crucial soft skills to succeed in the future workforce At the Gen2050 Youth Action Forum, the 3P (public, private, people) sectors bring together their expertise to provide mentorship and uplift youths in realising their aspirations SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 Nov 2025 – At the Gen2050 Youth Action Forum, KPMG, the National Youth Council (NYC), and the Institute of Public […]

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 November 2025 – Due to the rapid growth of Vietnam’s travel market, the Taiwan Smart Tourism Alliance, led by KKday, has invited a range of small- and medium-sized specialty travel operators from across northern, central, and southern Taiwan—including transportation services, tourist attractions, travel experiences, hotel accommodations, and restaurants—to jointly develop a curated “One-Week Round-Island Tour,” leveraging B2C, B2B, and […]

Dubai’s leadership has approved a landmark three-year fiscal plan totalling AED 302.7 billion in expenditure and AED 329.2 billion in projected revenues for the 2026-2028 period, marking the largest budget cycle in the emirate’s history. The approval came under Law No. 15 of 2025, signed off by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in his capacity as Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and […]

Gold futures and spot prices slipped as the US dollar held near six-month highs and investors reconsidered expectations for interest-rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Spot gold was trading around $4,055.73 per ounce and US futures for December delivery fell to approximately $4,052.40 per ounce. The dollar index rose above 100, a level that poses headwinds for gold since a stronger dollar makes the non-yielding metal more […]

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudi Arabian Oil Company has entered preliminary talks to sell stakes in key export and storage terminals and possibly parts of its real-estate portfolio, aiming to raise over US$10 billion in what may become its most substantial disposals to date. The oil giant has invited banks to pitch feasibility studies and is weighing financing options that include equity raises or structures resembling the […]

By Nantoo Banerjee The government may disagree but India’s persistent trade deficit is ruining the country’s economy despite its impressive growth. Last month, import-happy India’s trade deficit reached a record high level of US$41 billion as exports witnessed the sharpest monthly decline over a year. Unfortunately, a big surge in gold imports during October by […]

The article Behind India’s Rising Foreign Debt Is Growing Trade Deficit appeared first on Latest India news, analysis and reports on Newspack by India Press Agency).

Dubai’s leadership has endorsed a comprehensive architectural identity for the emirate’s road network, signalling a major shift in how transport infrastructure is designed and experienced. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in his capacity as Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, approved the framework that aligns with the city’s broader ambition to deliver integrated, sustainable and visually coherent urban environments. The initiative, overseen by […]

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