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How Takeda’s CEO transformed the company into a global pharma powerhouse
Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Japan’s largest drugmaker, has undergone a sweeping transformation under CEO Christophe Weber, emerging as one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Japan’s largest drugmaker, has undergone a sweeping transformation under CEO Christophe Weber, emerging as one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. The company’s $62 billion acquisition of U.K.-based Shire Pharmaceuticals […]
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Fetal duck eggs and a traditional herbal bath: A content creator couple’s guide to Ho Chi Minh City
Fetal duck eggs, or Hot Vit Lon, are a common street food in Vietnam. Josh Geracitano and Pham Thi Quynh Nhu are content creators living in Ho Chi Minh City, and the couple shared their favorite stall in the southern metropolis with CNBC Travel’s Downtime. Many people may squirm at the sight of fetal duck […]
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How one of Japan’s largest insurers is pivoting to serve an aging population
Sompo Holdings, a leading global insurance provider, is undergoing a significant transformation under. CNBC’s Christine Tan sat down with Group CEO Mikio Okumura in this episode of “Managing Asia.” Sompo Holdings, a leading global insurance provider, is undergoing a significant transformation under Group CEO Mikio Okumura. The company, with operations in 28 countries, has restructured […]
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How Japan’s largest AI unicorn is shaping the future of deep learning
Widely considered Japan’s leading artificial intelligence startup, Preferred Networks is on a mission to tackle “real-world” challenges through deep learning. CNBC’s Christine Tan sat down with the company’s founders in this episode of “Managing Asia.” Widely considered Japan’s leading artificial intelligence startup, Preferred Networks is on a mission to tackle “real-world” challenges through deep learning. […]
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F1 star Lando Norris and McLaren chief Zak Brown reveal how they staged the ultimate comeback
After years of low leaderboard positions, McLaren’s Formula 1 team had a comeback season to be remembered in 2024, culminating in taking home the coveted Constructors’ Championship trophy for the first time in 26 years. But this was far from an overnight success story. After years of low leaderboard positions, McLaren’s Formula 1 team had […]
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134 million tons of textiles will be wasted annually by the end of the decade. What if we could recycle it instead?
When polyester was invented, the goal was to create a durable and resistant fabric that could retain its colour and shape — without wrinkles. Almost 85 years later, polyester is everywhere. According to standards body Textile Exchange, polyester is the clothing industry’s most popular fabric. About 49% of clothing contains the synthetic fabric. Unfortunately, polyester […]
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Coffee, snails and game shows: Vietnamese beauty queen and actress shares her top picks for Ho Chi Minh City
Pho may be one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, but for Ho Chi Minh City native Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, it is the humble plate of com tam that wins her heart. Pho may be one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, but for Ho Chi Minh City native Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, it is the […]
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A third of trucks leaving Singapore’s ports were empty — AI helped cut that number in half
Singapore’s trucking industry has long been weighed down by manpower shortages, high operational costs and wasted trips. Here’s how artificial intelligence helped change that. Efficiency should be everything at one of the world’s busiest shipping hubs. And yet, for years, Singapore’s haulier industry has been weighed down by manpower shortages, high operational costs and wasted […]
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“I still miss playing every single day:” Soccer star David Beckham reflects on what made him successful on and off the pitch
David Beckham is one of the world’s most famous soccer players, celebrated for his exceptional career and significant contributions both on and off the pitch. He was part of Manchester United’s “Class of ’92,” a group of young talents who rose through the club’s youth academy to achieve unprecedented success. He captained the England national […]
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Strong coffee and selfie-worthy landmarks: Vietnamese content creator Khanh Vy reveals her top spots in Ho Chi Minh City
TV host, content creator and author of the book “Tieng Anh Khong Kho, Dung Nhan Nho (English is not tough, so don’t frown)” Tran Khanh Vy shares her favorite places to hang out in Vietnam’s most populous city. Vietnam is renowned for its coffee culture. From the high-end cafes to street stalls equipped with iconic […]
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