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HSBC to set up Global AI CoE in Singapore in late-2026, plans to hire more than 100 AI specialists

Over the longer term, the CoE aims to build a talent pipeline across natural language processing, data science, AI governance and human-centred design.

29 July 2026
• Priya Sunil

At the helm: Gary Yang takes on the role of Asia-Pacific President at Adyen

Succeeding retiring President Warren Hayashi, Yang will now oversee Adyen's commercial growth and operations across the region.

29 July 2026
• Tracy Chan

Southwest Japan hit by 7.1-magnitude earthquake

Multiple people were reportedly trapped after an Aeon shopping mall in Kashima collapsed following the earthquake.

28 July 2026
• Tracy Chan

Malaysia's next growth challenge: Survey says productivity and skills reforms will determine high-income future

Malaysia is edging closer to high-income status, but sustaining that progress will depend on raising productivity, modernising regulation and investing in education to equip workers with the skills needed for a more innovation-driven economy, according to the OECD.

28 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

New work-related traffic safety advisory: Key measures for employers, platform operators & road users in Singapore

With an increase in work-related traffic deaths this year and higher risks faced, MAST’s new advisory calls on employers, platform operators, and road users to take shared responsibility for safer journeys and stronger traffic-safety practices.

28 July 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Winning Secrets: Changi Airport Group's formula for a workplace employees want to be in

Employee experience starts long before someone sits at their desk. The People team explains how involving employees in shaping their workplace has created stronger collaboration, deeper engagement, and an award-winning office experience.

28 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Winning Secrets: The small, defining moments shaping EX at MODEC Malaysia

"Employee experience should not peak during onboarding," says Zacharias Rajagopal, Director, People, MODEC Malaysia, adding that it is built through intentional, human moments that demonstrate to employees from the beginning that they belong here.

28 July 2026
• Sarah Gideon

At the helm: Cohesity appoints Peter Hanna to lead Asia Pacific and Japan business

Based in Hong Kong, the leader will oversee the company's sales strategy, technical sales, and channel operations across the region.

28 July 2026
• Tracy Chan

PT Amos Indah, 134 former employees reach settlement on layoffs and severance payments

Following mediation facilitated by Indonesia's Ministry of Manpower, PT Amos Indah Indonesia has agreed to pay approximately Rp12.7bn in severance to 134 former employees, while the terminations remain in effect.

28 July 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Faces of HR: Adhika Widya Sena on why the best HR leaders see change before everyone else

Novo Nordisk Indonesia's Director of People & Organisation shares how spotting early signals, influencing business decisions, and embracing mentorship can help organisations thrive in a changing world.

28 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Thailand ramps up human capital development as PM calls for a future-ready workforce

Facing an ageing population, rapid technological advances, and growing global uncertainty, Thailand is looking to prioritise education, skills, and cross-sector collaboration to equip its people for the future of work.

28 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Malaysia expands retiree support with digital pension payments and MyPesara Plus benefits

More than 835,000 government retirees and derivative pension recipients are set to benefit from two new PSD initiatives designed to improve pension accessibility while extending everyday savings through public-private partnerships.

28 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Hong Kong pay rises trail APAC average as employers direct more budget towards high performers: Survey

Cost management remains the most prominent factor shaping salary budget decisions in Hong Kong, as employers take a more targeted approach to rewards and retention.

28 July 2026
• Tracy Chan

New SG Youth Plan to equip young people with early career exposure, new skills outside the classroom, and expanded mentoring support

The five-year roadmap aims to enable young Singaporeans to become confident in their abilities, connected to their communities, and equipped to contribute meaningfully to the world around them.

27 July 2026
• Sarah Gideon

HRadiO: Cytiva's Shivani Nadarajah on building the future of APAC's biopharma workforce

As APAC's life sciences industry expands, recruitment alone is no longer enough. Shivani Nadarajah, Senior Director, Human Resources, APAC at Cytiva, shares why internal mobility, AI readiness, and continuous learning will be critical to building the workforce of the future.

27 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Snapshot: “There is almost no growth in business as usual” — Andyana Tobing on leading HR with integrity and courage

What began as a teenage interest in psychology has grown into a career devoted to helping people and businesses thrive. The seasoned HR leader opens up about finding her place in HR, leading through uncertainty, and learning to speak up.

27 July 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Winning Secrets: Inside Titansoft's career development strategy for retaining talent

The belief that "career development must be treated as foundational corporate infrastructure" was what reshaped Titansoft's employee experience strategy during a period of rapid growth, Chen Chao, Division Director, Organisational Development Division, Titansoft tells us.

27 July 2026
• Umairah Nasir

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Preparing for the Workplace Fairness Act: Assessing your organisation’s readiness

From family ties to fair practices: Grievance handling in SMEs

Are you doing enough to prevent workplace harassment?

CARSOME and Darwinbox partner to reinvent employee experience with AI-first HR and native payroll for 3,000 employees across Southeast Asia

Talentbank announces winners of Graduates’ Choice Award 2026: Malaysia’s most-voted graduate employers revealed

"People don't resist change – they resist change without context": Key takeaways from Transform Talent Hong Kong 2026

Winning Secrets: Changi Airport Group's formula for a workplace employees want to be in

Winning Secrets: The small, defining moments shaping EX at MODEC Malaysia

Workplace Fairness Act: What employers need to do now before Singapore's new law takes effect

Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon calls for deeper focus on sustainable legal careers as AI reshapes the profession

Wrongful dismissal in Singapore: Employer ordered to pay ex-employee $30,000 after failing to justify probation dismissal

New work-related traffic safety advisory: Key measures for employers, platform operators & road users in Singapore

PT Amos Indah, 134 former employees reach settlement on layoffs and severance payments

HSBC to set up Global AI CoE in Singapore in late-2026, plans to hire more than 100 AI specialists

At the helm: Gary Yang takes on the role of Asia-Pacific President at Adyen

Southwest Japan hit by 7.1-magnitude earthquake

Malaysia's next growth challenge: Survey says productivity and skills reforms will determine high-income future

New work-related traffic safety advisory: Key measures for employers, platform operators & road users in Singapore

Winning Secrets: Changi Airport Group's formula for a workplace employees want to be in

Winning Secrets: The small, defining moments shaping EX at MODEC Malaysia

At the helm: Cohesity appoints Peter Hanna to lead Asia Pacific and Japan business

PT Amos Indah, 134 former employees reach settlement on layoffs and severance payments

Faces of HR: Adhika Widya Sena on why the best HR leaders see change before everyone else

Thailand ramps up human capital development as PM calls for a future-ready workforce

Malaysia expands retiree support with digital pension payments and MyPesara Plus benefits

Hong Kong pay rises trail APAC average as employers direct more budget towards high performers: Survey

New SG Youth Plan to equip young people with early career exposure, new skills outside the classroom, and expanded mentoring support

HRadiO: Cytiva's Shivani Nadarajah on building the future of APAC's biopharma workforce

Snapshot: “There is almost no growth in business as usual” — Andyana Tobing on leading HR with integrity and courage

Winning Secrets: Inside Titansoft's career development strategy for retaining talent