M&S cyber attackers may have worked with Asia-based DragonForce, MPs hear

Marks & Spencer’s “traumatic” cyber attack was believed to be instigated by hacking group Scattered Spider and a ransomware operation run by former computer gamers named DragonForce, its chairman has said. Archie Norman, who was quizzed by MPs, refused …

East Asia faces fresh US tariffs, China rare earth curbs: SCMP daily highlights

Catch up on some of SCMP’s biggest China stories of the day. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. US President Donald Trump, apparently impatient with the slow progress of negotiations, on Monday slapped 25 per cent …

Howden appoints Hamish Ravindran as Chief Client Officer of Asia

Howden, the global insurance and reinsurance broking group, has appointed Hamish Ravindran its Chief Client Officer for Asia. Ravindran will be based out of Singapore and has 23 years of experience with commercial property insurer, FM Global. Most recently …

Eric Trump To Headline Bitcoin Asia 2025 In Hong Kong

(MENAFN- Crypto Breaking) Hong Kong - July 8, 2025 - Bitcoin Asia, the region's premier gathering for Bitcoin advocates, investors, and innovators, is proud to announce that Eric Trump will be a headlining speaker at its 2025 conference in Hong Kong …

Andrew Raming on Southeast Asia's Evolving Wealth Landscape: Investment Migration and Regional Growth

During a recent Hubbis Digital Dialogue on Trends and Developments in SE Asian Wealth Management – Compare and Contrast hosted on June 19, Andrew Raming, Associate Director Private Clients at Henley & Partners, provided a comprehensive overview of the …

9 rare and exotic birds that are found in South-East Asia

China Reroutes Exports via Southeast Asia to Dodge U.S. Tariffs

Chinese firms have ramped up shipments to the United States via Southeast Asia, where tariff rates are relatively lower, as a way to sidestep high U.S. duties. According to an analysis by the Financial Times of data from the U.S. Census Bureau, China’s …

Asia number one target of Trump's tariff letters

Indonesia: 'Very optimistic' Indonesia, facing 32 percent tariffs, said Tuesday it was optimistic of striking a deal as chief economic minister Airlangga Hartarto headed to the United States to resume talks. With several weeks breathing room, …

Solo Travel in Southeast Asia: Discover the Best Cities and How to Make the Most of Your Journey

Solo travel is one of the most fulfilling ways to explore the world, and Southeast Asia, with its welcoming cultures, affordability, and diverse experiences, has become a top region for independent travellers. From energetic capitals to slow-paced heritage …

US Lags Asia in electrification race amid proposed solar, wind tax hike

Daijiworld Media Network - Washington Washington, Jul 8: The United States is falling behind developing Asian nations in the global race to electrify, according to a new report by clean energy think tank Ember. Countries like Vietnam, Bangladesh, and …