This year’s Transform Talent Indonesia 2025 conference spotlighted the evolving role of HR as vital to navigating the shifting landscape of work in Indonesia. The event was filled with insights on how HR leaders can strategically guide organisations through challenges such as skills shortages, employee expectations, and emerging technologies like AI. The HR revolution: Embracing […]
On May 22, 2025, the House of Representatives made a significant move towards finalising the 2025 Fiscal Year (FY2025) budget reconciliation bill, known as the _One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025_ (OBBBA). With a narrow vote of 215 to 214, this bill not only paves the way for President Trump’s key priorities, including tax […]
An estimated 70 million U.S. workers, dubbed STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes), have the skills needed for quality roles but lack college degrees. This article explores how HR leaders can tap into this often-overlooked talent pool through skills-based hiring, focusing on real-world capabilities instead of traditional qualifications. The insights provided will help HR professionals rethink […]
Summary The introduction of four new EU regulations marks a significant shift in the manufacturing landscape for connected products, demanding heightened scrutiny on product safety, cybersecurity, and data access. The regulations include the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), the Data Act, and the new Product Liability Directive. Together, these laws […]
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is considering rescinding Rule 1033, which could significantly impact open banking and data-sharing practices. This action comes amid a legal pushback from several banks asserting that the CFPB lacks the authority to enforce such data-sharing mandates and raises concerns about consumer safety and fraud risks. Source: Article URL Key […]
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is on the verge of rescinding Rule 1033, throwing open banking and data-sharing practices into disarray. With the CFPB’s general counsel indicating a court petition to scrap the rule, banks and FinTechs are scrambling to reassess their strategies in an environment of regulatory uncertainty. The vital question for the […]
Audience Analytics, a business awards and career fairs organiser, is making its move into Vietnam by acquiring a stake in a local partner while scouting for merger and acquisition (M&A) prospects. With a strong cash position, the company is looking to expand in what it dubs the “CLMV market” (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam). Source: […]
This article delves into the ongoing transformation of the US State Department under a wave of Trump loyalists. As political appointments accelerate, it sheds light on the implications for US foreign policy and administration dynamics. The piece raises critical questions about governance and the direction of US diplomacy amid an increasing influence of former President […]
This article explores the ongoing influence of Trump loyalists within the US State Department, highlighting the shifts in foreign policy direction and administrative changes stemming from this alignment. Source:Article URL Key Points Trump’s loyalists are increasingly occupying key positions within the State Department. This trend signifies a potential shift in US foreign policy priorities. Long-term […]
This article delves into the ongoing reshaping of the United States State Department as Trump loyalists assert their influence and appointment power within the organisation. The article examines the broader implications of this shift on international relations and the day-to-day operations of the US government. Issues concerning diplomatic priorities and governance dynamics are brought to […]
