UAE's cryptocurrency agenda: Guide to trends, jurisdictions, and challenges
28 October 2025 — The UAE is positioning itself as a key player in cryptocurrency market to diversify its economy. This article explores the country's aim to support cryptocurrency businesses, built on its progressive regulatory support, especially in two main financial hubs of ADGM and DIFC.
Growing Korean SMEs and startups amidst its chaebol-centered economy
7 October 2024 — The dominance of conglomerates in the Korean economy is holding back the growth of SMEs and startups, which in turn is slowing future economic development. Structural reforms are, therefore, necessary to unlock the potential of the smaller players in the Korean market.
Korean deep tech study: Deep tech ecosystem growth for building an innovation-driven, resilient economy in a new global era
9 June 2025 — As global innovation continues to accelerate, Korea risks falling behind. To stay competitive, it must foster a more decentralized and inclusive technology ecosystem.
Unlocking Vietnam’s sustainable bond market: Overcoming barriers and empowering corporate leaders to drive green finance
27 January 2025 — Sustainable bond market is essential to mobilize financing flows, but its potential remains untapped in Vietnam. This article explores the key challenges and highlights how corporates can leverage green finance to position themselves at the forefront of Vietnam’s sustainable transformation.
Vertical integration at sea: MSC’s port acquisition attempt triggers competition concerns
6 June 2025 — CK Hutchison’s decision to sell a majority stake in its global ports business to MSC has raised widespread concerns across the shipping and logistics industry. The deal, which would significantly expand MSC’s port presence worldwide, could disrupt competitive balance and tighten control over global trade routes.
Vietnam’s semiconductor: How domestic leaders can deepen value amid escalating trade pressures
31 October 2025 — Vietnam’s chip exports are booming, but domestic value capture remains low. To stay competitive under trade pressure, Vietnamese conglomerates must invest in high-value segments and ecosystem building.
Foreign capital as a means for globalization of Korean SMEs
3 April 2025 — South Korea is facing economic challenges from declining population and saturated domestic markets. Globalizing SMEs is becoming increasingly vital, and strategically leveraging foreign capital offers a viable pathway. To attract investors and succeed globally, SMEs must pursue outreach efforts, carry out pre-deal turnarounds, and implement risk mitigation.
Eight moves to lead the global EV growth wave
4 November 2025 — As EV technology and infrastructure mature, the next global growth surge is taking shape. Automakers that deliver reliable value and build connected ecosystems around the right price point will define the next century of mobility leadership.