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Within 5 years, a quarter of internet users could be spending time in the metaverse
With the metaverse craze, new business models could take digital activities even further and even include metaverse products and services.
Thu Feb 10 2022
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SMEs must arm themselves with digital technology - Wan Junaidi
The COVID-19 pandemic had indirectly boosted the use of technology, with digitalisation being an important element not only to revive existing businesses but also to promote new start-ups.
Sun Mar 07 2021
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With the possible extension of the MCO, nobody could guarantee when things would bounce back to normal.
Fri Apr 10 2020
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Mahadhir Aziz: The Futurise Gel To Get Startups Going
Futurise Centre aims at enabling startups and entrepreneurs to tackle new business challenges, and tap into emerging opportunities to reshape industries and reinvent business models.
Sat Dec 29 2018
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Uber drivers granted class action status in lawsuit over employment
Uber drivers are entitled to class action status in litigation over whether they are independent contractors or employees, a key development in a case threatening Uber's business model.
Wed Sep 02 2015