Beauty’s next big bang: Why beauty tech collaboration holds the key to a US$590B future

Audrey Michelin, Senior Director of Account Management APAC at OpenX Australia, has a diverse background in media roles, from Ad Ops at ARN to leading digital product teams at MCN. In her current role, she drives double-digit revenue growth in ANZ and Asia, implements process improvements, and fosters diversity through industry contributions like The Women in Programmatic Network. Known for her leadership style and commitment to mentoring, Michelin also holds a national record in deadlifting...

Standard Chartered and Chong Hing Bank are not accepting mortgage requests from potential homebuyers at the Le Mont residential project in Tai Po, according to property agents. While Standard Chartered declined to comment, Chong Hing Bank stated that they evaluate mortgage loan applications based on the property's value, quality, and the applicant's repayment ability. This decision by the banks is a setback for China Vanke, the developer of the project, as they face significant debt...

On International Women’s Day, the global focus was on progress and equality, but in Balochistan, Pakistan, women protested for the safe recovery of forcibly disappeared loved ones. Amid conflict and state violence, Baloch women have become the face of a human rights struggle, facing marginalization and little support from mainstream feminist movements. Labeled as "half-widows" and "half-orphans," these women navigate uncertainty, fight for justice, and carry the weight of their community's struggle, showcasing resilience and...

On March 2, soldiers from the Myanmar military carried out a deadly sweep through a central village known for supporting anti-junta forces, killing 11 civilians, most of whom were elderly and unable to flee. The victims were shot by soldiers from the 101st Infantry Division Headquarters and three other battalions, leading to the destruction of nearby villages and displacement of thousands of people. The military's brutal actions in central areas have escalated in response to...

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi recently stated that Beijing is committed to reaching a timely conclusion on a Code of Conduct for the South China Sea, despite 20 years of delays and resistance from China. The code aims to establish a peaceful framework for resolving disputes in the region. However, concerns remain regarding China's past behavior and its willingness to adhere to the proposed guidelines. Full Article

In response to concerns about the ethical use of AI tools, new courses will be introduced to teach students how to utilize generative AI tools responsibly. Teachers with a background in STEM disciplines will be selected to advance AI education in the city. Chinese lawmakers have expressed the need for increased regulation to prevent the misuse of AI technology, citing concerns about discriminatory algorithms, privacy violations, and weak data security. Full Article