Digital Economy

AI tests Asia-Pacific’s digital infrastructure, green ambitions
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21 September, 2026

AI tests Asia-Pacific’s digital infrastructure, green ambitions

AI is testing APAC's digital infrastructure and cultural readiness, while Google launches a program that could unlock AI's potential benefit...
Philippines’ digital economy hits 2.5% of GDP: ADB
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10 August, 2026

Philippines’ digital economy hits 2.5% of GDP: ADB

The Philippines trails Asia's digital economy leaders, said ADB, while WSFS reports growing digital wallet adoption and debit-first spending in...
Vietnam sets digital economy strategy, tightens crypto rules
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28 July, 2026

Vietnam sets digital economy strategy, tightens crypto rules

Vietnam advances its data governance strategy to 2045, as regulators impose tougher penalties for unlicensed crypto trading starting in September.
Pakistan digitizes remittance sector as Mideast tensions mount
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20 July, 2026

Pakistan digitizes remittance sector as Mideast tensions mount

Pakistan targets 100% digital remittances as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif orders full digitization of overseas inflows to support a cashless...
Papua New Guinea tackles AI, identity under digital reform
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17 July, 2026

Papua New Guinea tackles AI, identity under digital reform

Papua New Guinea advances digital transformation with AI-focused cybercrime reforms, expanded tech adoption, and a new Australia partnership.
The Philippines’ tech struggles rooted in poor implementation
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29 June, 2026

The Philippines’ tech struggles rooted in poor implementation

Philippines embraces digital innovation with AI initiatives and digital banks, yet implementation remains a challenge, says all-women panel at AIBC...