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How The Covid-19 Pandemic Boosted Adoption Of Emerging Technologies In Southeast Asia

YoungUpstarts

Amidst the outbreak, governments across the region, such as Singapore have been promoting the use of digital finance as a means to minimise physical contact and stamp the spread of the virus, channelling more monetary support for the growth of e-payments and digital financial solutions.

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Modern Governance: Secure Communications and Materials

Board Effect

Modern governance is a relatively new term that was introduced by Diligent Corporation to update the view of governance by today’s standards. It refers to the tools and processes that today’s boards need to reduce governance gaps and address current challenges successfully. What Is Modern Governance?

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Is the Lean Startup Dead?

Steve Blank

Their idea is that consumers will want a subscription service for short form entertainment (10-minute programs) for mobile rather than full length movies. Will consumers want to watch short-form mobile entertainment? NewTV will depend on partners like telcos to distribute the content. Think YouTube meets Netflix).

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4 In Demand Products During This Time Of Pandemic

YoungUpstarts

Personal protective equipment (PPE) are now being routinely used to ensure health and safety, virtual shopping is at an all-time high due to qurantine and lockdown, and physical interactions have been limited to mobile and online platforms. Mobile Devices : Shopping and paying bills online are more convenient using mobile devices.

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Impressions from Pocket Gamer Connects in London

VC Cafe

With the increasing competition in the mobile gaming market, developers are recognising the need to keep players engaged and invested in their games for longer periods of time in order to drive monetisation and retention. What events sparked the major revolutions in business models and distribution? /1

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7 Key Steps to Digitizing Governance

Board Effect

Digital processes for governance practices allow nonprofits to enhance their services, reduce costs, and improve the quality of life for people within their communities. It’s natural for boards that are comfortable with their current practices to avoid embracing modern governance practices and simply continue the status quo.

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The Difference Between a PDF and an Accessible PDF

Women Entrepreneurs Can

It includes people with mobility impairments, visual, hearing, and cognitive impairments. All government and significant private bodies use accessible PDFs to reach disabled people for documentation like signing contracts. One essential feature of a PDF file is the ‘Accessibility Feature.’ Why Is the PDF Format So Popular?