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From ADAS to Autonomy: oToBrite Unveils Cutting-Edge Vision-AI Solutions for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics at Automotive World 2025

HSINCHU, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — oToBrite, a leading Vision-AI expert, is expanding its autonomous driving portfolio beyond its successful development of Level 2+ ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) solutions for passenger and commercial vehicles. The company is now leveraging its 1-8MP GMSL™ AD (Autonomous Driving) camera modules to target autonomy applications such as self-driving trucks, delivery robots, smart agriculture/mining, autonomous logistics, and unmanned vehicles. Collaborating with various industrial computer partners, oToBrite is making significant strides toward autonomous robots and unmanned vehicle markets.

oToBrite Unveils Cutting-Edge Vision-AI Solutions for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics at Automotive World 2025

According to oToBrite, the key to its success in developing Level 2+ ADAS and autonomous driving camera modules lies in its mastery of high-speed camera module manufacturing and vision-AI deep learning technologies. By independently developing algorithms, software-hardware integrations, camera modules, etc., the company delivers cutting-edge solutions for various driving scenarios. These capabilities also extend to meeting the requirements of autonomous robots and unmanned vehicle applications.

Since mass-producing the world’s first vision-AI Automatic Parking Assist (APA) system for XPENG Motors in 2018, oToBrite has continued to innovate with its Autonomous Valet Parking (AVP) system. Its advancements in multi-camera VSLAM (Visual Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) technology, combined with AD camera modules, have further enhanced the functionality of unmanned vehicles and autonomous robots. In addition, oToBrite’s Vision-AI capabilities have empowered customers to enable Level 2+ ADAS functions and meet several regulations for heavy commercial vehicles, including ACSF-B1/ESF (UN R79), BSIS (UN R151), MOIS (UN R159), REIS (UN R158), and further e-mirror functions (UN R49).

oToBrite will showcase its Vision-AI-powered products at the 2025 Automotive World exhibition, including its all-in-one system, oToGuard, for heavy commercial vehicles, multi-camera VSLAM technology, and 1-8MP GMSL™ AD camera modules supporting several edge AI/robot platforms. The event will take place from January 22 to 24 at Tokyo Big Sight, Booth No. E46-32. For more information, visit oToBrite’s official website: https://www.otobrite.com.

MARBLEX PAVES WAY FOR A NEW BEGINNING THROUGH ITS REBRANDING INITIATIVE BY LEVERAGING “FUN COMES FIRST”

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Blockchain gaming company MARBLEX today announced its rebranding initiatives reflecting future business operations.

[Source: MARBLEX]

First kicked off in 2022, MARBLEX presented its latest slogan “FUN COMES FIRST” furbishing services that encompasses from Expanding Game Partnerships to Reinforcing User Compensation Systems, Strengthening Technology and Sustainability and Enhancing Community-centered Operations.

Moreover, MARBLEX unveiled new BI (Brand Identity) assets including a Mascot, Token Design and the Brand Logo all tied with its core mission related to its watchword of “Fun.”

MARBLEX’s first-ever mascot, a green goblin named “gObY” has been introduced, which is inspired by fantasy-themed goblin characters. gObY is designed to bring about playful wits and spirited energy to MARBLEX through its signature characteristics that are both amusing and mischievous.

The Token design has also been revamped featuring bright neon color palettes and incorporating full wits of gObY anticipated to resonate with younger audiences based on its unique design architecture. The refreshed Brand Logo harnesses a bubble-like design with curved accents, giving it a more approachable ambience.

Meanwhile, in virtue of the rebranding, MARBLEX has over ten game projects – including MMORPGs, casual games and simulation genre titles – in its onboarding blueprint by 2026, further bolstering its presence in the gaming industry.

MARBLEX is a blockchain-specialized subsidiary of the renowned game developer and publisher, Netmarble. The company will progressively integrate its proprietary blockchain ecosystem into upcoming titles through ongoing updates.

More information can be found on the MARBLEX’s official website, Telegram, and X.

About MARBLEX

MARBLEX is a blockchain-powered subsidiary of Netmarble Corp. Netmarble Corp. is a well-established developer and publisher of mobile games comprised of more than 6,000 game industry veterans and blockchain technology experts from across the globe. MARBLEX aims to bring the highest quality blockchain games to market by providing key services such as a cryptocurrency wallet, decentralized exchange, token staking, and an NFT Marketplace. MBX, a proprietary blockchain ecosystem launched by MARBLEX, allows gamers to advance their experiences through organic engagement and rewards for participation. The MBX ecosystem can be enjoyed as part of popular Netmarble titles, such as Meta World: My City, A3: Still Alive, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and Pocket Girls:Idle RPG. 

French Hydrogen New Energy Partners with Dacheng (National) Trustworthy Auto Repair

Reduce Costs, Improve Efficiency

Promote Energy Conservation and Emission Reduction for Trucks

HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In late November last year, Hong Kong-listed company China International Development Holdings (00264.HK) announced that it signed the memorandum of understanding for the possible formation of a joint venture with its strategic partner, French-based Flex Fuel Energy Development Ltd (FFED), are going to form the JV Company as soon as practicable. The collaborate on the research and development, production and sales of the hydrogen injection cleaning system for motor vehicle’s engine, with an aim to address air pollution control for motor vehicles and non-road mobile sources in China, achieving energy-saving, emission reduction, cost reduction, efficiency improvement and contributing to the dual carbon goals of China.

Recently, Dacheng (National) Trustworthy Auto Repair Chain Co., Ltd. and Flex Fuel Energy Development (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. have reached a strategic partnership for deeper integration. Together, they will provide high-tech, high-efficiency hydrogen engine maintenance equipment to truck drivers and transportation companies across the country, achieving cost reduction, efficiency improvement, energy conservation, and emission reduction benefits—a cooperation worth noting.

As a leading player in the truck repair industry, Dacheng Truck Repair (National) Chain adheres to the principles of “maintenance over repair” and “green repair.” It is a pioneer in China’s truck repair chain industry. Its core business includes technical training, talent supply, vehicle coordination, centralized procurement of spare parts, vehicle lifecycle maintenance services for major clients, and financial services. Additionally, Dacheng Truck Repair and Xinzongan Coordinated Insurance leverage nearly 1,500 chain repair shops nationwide and numerous strategic logistics fleet partnerships to provide internal insurance services for logistics fleets. These services reduce costs, improve efficiency, and increase accident repair volumes for repair shops. This dual approach not only lowers insurance participation costs for logistics fleets and truck drivers but also enhances safety assurance, offering nationwide rescue, joint guarantees, and unified services.

Flex Fuel Energy Development focuses on preventing pollution from motor vehicles and non-road mobile sources. By leveraging technological innovation, it plays a key role in supporting and leading efforts to protect blue skies. It contributes to achieving green, low-carbon, high-quality development while synergizing pollution reduction and carbon reduction. As a leader in “green repair” for the automotive industry, Flex Fuel Energy Development is committed to developing hydrogen-based energy-saving and emission-reduction technologies, helping the industry transition toward high-quality, sustainable, and low-carbon development.

The collaborate on the research and development, production and sales of the hydrogen injection cleaning system for motor vehicle’s engine, with an aim to address air pollution control for motor vehicles and non-road mobile sources in China, achieving energy-saving, emission reduction, cost reduction, efficiency improvement and contributing to the dual carbon goals of the China.

Using Flex Fuel’s hydrogen engine maintenance equipment not only effectively improves engine combustion efficiency but also employs advanced hydrogen cleaning technology for engines in a more environmentally friendly and efficient manner.

Dacheng Car Repair (Nationwide) Chain is the pioneer of China Car Repair Chain.

Flex Fuel Energy Development (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is the Asia-Pacific subsidiary of Flex Fuel Energy Development Ltd, a French technology company founded in 2008 and listed among the French Tech 120 Index. The company holds exclusive sales and production authorization for the Asia-Pacific region. Its hydrogen engine maintenance equipment has received official safety certifications from entities such as the French National Railway, the Marine Agency, and the Ministry of Environment. Currently, the group engages in hydrogen research and production equipment, offering comprehensive energy solutions tailored to customer needs. These solutions reduce costs, align with global trends, utilize renewable energy, directly reduce emissions, save energy, and meet commercial ESG standards.

Backed by Real-World Test Data

According to real-world test data, using Flex Fuel’s hydrogen engine maintenance equipment not only effectively improves engine combustion efficiency but also employs advanced hydrogen cleaning technology for engines in a more environmentally friendly and efficient manner. This significantly reduces the maintenance time required by technicians and lowers risks during repairs. For truck drivers, the benefits include improved combustion efficiency, enhanced horsepower, reduced fuel consumption, lower engine noise, reduced idling vibration, lighter throttle response, faster acceleration, elimination of exhaust odor, complete combustion in the engine chamber, and restored vehicle performance to near-new conditions—all in one go.

Advantages for Flex Fuel Energy Development (Shenzhen)

Through its strategic partnership with Dacheng (National) Trustworthy Auto Repair Chain, Flex Fuel Energy Development (Shenzhen) can rely on Dacheng’s extensive network of nearly 1,500 repair chain outlets nationwide and the resources of Xinzongan Coordinated Insurance, which covers nearly 200,000 insured vehicle owners. The hydrogen maintenance project will serve a wide range of truck drivers and logistics fleets. By offering regular maintenance services, large fleet maintenance plans, and value-added insurance services, the partnership between Dacheng and Flex Fuel not only helps truck drivers save costs but also empowers the Dacheng system with the principles of “maintenance over repair” and “green repair,” creating a better future together.

About French Hydrogen New Energy (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd

FFED’s engine hydrogen maintenance equipment has been officially certified by the French Railways Agency, the Oceanic Agency, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and other official safety certifications.

French Hydrogen New Energy (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is an Asia-Pacific subsidiary of French French Hydrogen New Energy Co., Ltd. (founded in 2008, one of the French technology 120 index companies). It has the exclusive sales and production authorisation in the Asia-Pacific region. The engine hydrogen maintenance equipment has been officially certified by the French Railways Agency, the Oceanic Agency, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and other official safety certifications. At present, the group is engaged in hydrogen research and development and production equipment, providing a full range of energy solutions, applying its equipment and the hydrogen produced according to customer needs, so as to reduce costs, meet the world trend, apply renewable energy, directly reduce emissions and save energy, and meet the requirements of commercial ESG.

About Dacheng Car Repair (Nationwide) Chain

Dacheng Car Repair (Nationwide) Chain is focusses on technical training, talent transfer, vehicle coordination, accessories collection, full life cycle maintenance services for large customer vehicles, and financial business.

Dacheng Car Repair (Nationwide) Chain is the pioneer of China Car Repair Chain. Its business focuses on technical training, talent transfer, vehicle coordination, accessories collection, full life cycle maintenance services for large customer vehicles, and financial business.

Dacheng Car Repair and Xinzhong’an coordinated insurance, owning nearly 1,500 chain repair shops and many strategic cooperation logistics fleets across the country.

Dacheng Car Repair and Xinzhong’an coordinated insurance, taking the opportunity of nearly 1,500 chain repair shops and many strategic cooperation logistics fleets across the country, not only to carry out internal protection for logistics fleets, reduce costs and increase efficiency, but also increase the maintenance volume of accident vehicles for repair shops, that is, reduce the participation fee for large logistics fleets and car friends, and obtain safety and security. . National rescue, joint insurance and continuous service.

Two Agilent Factories Among 13 to Join World Economic Forum Lighthouse Network

Recognition brings the company a total of four Lighthouse designations as global advanced factory for its breakthroughs in scaling Fourth Industrial Revolution

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced the World Economic Forum has named two of Agilent’s smart factories in Asia as a Global Lighthouse Network, a community of 189 global leaders leading the way in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in advanced manufacturing.

Agilent’s new Lighthouse designation as global advanced factory located at Bayan Lepas in Penang, Malaysia

Agilent sites in Shanghai, China, and Penang, Malaysia, are two of 13 factories across the world that have just been added to the latest cohort of Lighthouses.

This recognition marks Agilent’s third and fourth Lighthouses for its breakthroughs in scaling AI, 3D printing, robotics, big-data analytics, and industrial internet of things (IIoT). Since 2022, two of Agilent’s manufacturing sites – Singapore and Waldbronn, Germany – have earned this prestigious distinction. The company remains the sole analytical and clinical laboratory technology company worldwide to be recognized by the Forum.

“This important milestone showcases Agilent’s leadership in building factories of the future by integrating advanced digital technologies across our end-to-end operations,” said Agilent CEO Padraig McDonnell. “Our factories of the future not only elevate our customers’ experiences and exceed their expectations, but they also continuously develop our future workforce.”

Agilent’s Shanghai factory serves as a global strategic manufacturing hub, integrating R&D, quality-assurance, supply-chain and logistics-management capabilities. To enhance the production of highly customized gas chromatography, it deploys smart manufacturing with AI-assisted instrument design, using cutting-edge indexed repository to optimize precision, efficiency, and innovation.

As a result, the site has improved productivity by 56%, lead time by 31%, and customer satisfaction on delivery exceeding 96%. Today, China has become the single largest market for Agilent outside of the U.S. and has been an important part of the company’s growth strategy.

Agilent Penang deploys game-changing AI in 3D-printing to automate material configuration, optimize printing of highly customized components, and minimize waste. By integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics into additive manufacturing, the factory reshaped a capacity-saturated site into a digital operation with real-time monitoring and predictive insights for smarter, more agile production capabilities.

Its integrated digital platform has improved productivity by 40%, manufacturing cost by 32% and delivery lead time by 48%. As one of Agilent’s global strategic facilities, the Penang factory hosts a state-of-the-art Global Instrument Design Center and a Biochemical Safety and Reliability Lab.

“Empowering the frontline and fostering inclusive digital cultures is at the heart of success for Lighthouses,” said Fernando Perez, Senior Partner and Head of Operations Innovations, McKinsey & Company. “These pioneering sites are building resilient, future-ready workforces and demonstrate that investing in people is as crucial as investing in technology. It is the powerful combination of both that drives meaningful change that extends beyond factory walls to make positive impact across production ecosystems.”

Tapping into 4IR technologies, Agilent successfully built resilient value chain ecosystems capable of quick response to evolving market demands. These advancements provide scientists with faster access to the instruments they need, accelerating research discoveries. With its long-standing values of innovation, Agilent continues pushing its smart factories around the world to bring great science to life and serve as a beacon to other manufacturers globally.

About the Global Lighthouse Network

Launched in 2018, the Global Lighthouse Network brings together and celebrates the success of the world’s leading industrial sites which achieved exceptional performance in productivity, supply chain resilience, customer centricity, sustainability and talent. This global community of influential innovators, deploying over 1,000 solutions in multiple industries, includes 189 sites, 25 of which are Sustainability Lighthouses. The network now spans over 30 countries and 35 sectors. The initiative was co-founded by the World Economic Forum and Mckinsey & Company. Learn more at WEForum.org.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is a global leader in analytical and clinical laboratory technologies, delivering insights and innovation that help our customers bring great science to life. Agilent’s full range of solutions includes instruments, software, services, and expertise that provide trusted answers to our customers’ most challenging questions. The company generated revenue of $6.51 billion in fiscal year 2024 and employs approximately 18,000 people worldwide. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com. To receive the latest Agilent news, subscribe to the Agilent Newsroom. Follow Agilent on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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Axcynsis Therapeutics Receives FDA Clearance for IND Application of AT03-65, a Differentiated CLDN6-Targeting ADC, Powered by AxcynDOT™ Technology

AT03-65 is the first program utilizing AxcynDOT™, a proprietary payload with a differentiated mechanism of action, to enter clinical development

SINGAPORE, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Axcynsis Therapeutics Pte Ltd (“Axcynsis”), a privately held biopharmaceutical company specialized in delivering Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs) with breakthrough potential, proudly announces the clearance of its Investigational New Drug application (IND) by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of AT03-65 for the treatment of patients with CLDN-6 positive solid tumors. Axcynsis is planning to initiate a Phase 1 multicentre clinical trial in the United States in 1Q 2025.

AT03-65 is a differentiated ADC that selectively binds to CLDN6 with strong affinity. It is enabled by AxcynDOT™, a proprietary payload that incorporates a derivative of an approved oncology therapeutics with unique mechanism of action and broad anti-tumor activity, and coupled with a cleavable and hydrophilic proprietary linker. CLDN6 is overexpressed in many cancers including lung, ovarian, endometrial, uterine, testicular, and gastric cancers while exhibiting minimal expression in normal tissues.  AT03-65 is designed to deliver targeted therapy to improve patient outcomes with advanced or metastatic CLDN6-positive cancers.

“This is a transformational event for Axcynsis and a significant milestone for our proprietary ADC platform using AxcynDOT™,” said Dr. Zou Bin, CEO of Axcynsis. “We are pleased that FDA has cleared AT03-65 which leverages our AxcynDOT™ technology for this first-in-human study.  We are very excited with the potential of offering a transformative therapeutic option for patients with CLDN6-positive tumors as well as advancing our pipeline with  differentiated  and effective ADCs using AxcynDOT™ to improve the lives of cancer patients worldwide”.

The upcoming Phase 1 multicentre clinical trial in the United States will evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and preliminary efficacy of AT03-65 in patients with advanced CLDN6-positive solid tumors.

About AT03-65

AT03-65 is a recombinant anti-CLDN6 monoclonal antibody conjugated to AxcynDOT™, a proprietary payload developed by Axcynsis with a differentiated mechanism of action and broad anti-cancer activities.  AT03-65 is designed to target advanced, recurrent, or metastatic CLDN6+ solid tumors in patients who have progressed on or after standard systemic treatment or for whom no standard therapies are available.

The antibody of AT03-65 is rationally engineered for high affinity and specificity to CLDN6. Upon binding to CLDN6-expressing tumor cells, the ADC is internalized into lysosomes, where it releases its payload to inhibit tumor growth effectively. Preclinical studies demonstrate that AT03-65 not only directly kill CLDN6-positive tumor cells but also exhibits bystander killing effect, targeting neighboring CLDN6-negative tumor cells to enhance its anti-tumor efficacy. AT03-65 has demonstrated promising anti-tumor activities in multiple tumor mouse models and a favorable safety profile in non-human primates.

About AxcynDOT™

This is a proprietary payload developed by Axcynsis. It is a derivative of trabectedin, an approved chemotherapy in the United States, Europe and selected Asian countries, with a unique mechanism of action that is differentiated from other DNA alkylating payloads. AxcynDOT™ is optimized with enhanced potency and improved safety profile compared to trabectedin.

About Axcynsis Therapeutics

Axcynsis Therapeutics is a pioneering biotechnology company headquartered in Singapore with operations in the United States. The company has developed AxcynDOT™ , a proprietary linker payload platform to advance a pipeline of differentiated ADC candidates aimed at addressing key unmet medical needs. The company is committed to advance effective and targeted oncology therapeutics with breakthrough potential to improve the lives of cancer patients worldwide.

For more information, please visit Axcynsis Therapeutics’ official website
https://axcynsis.com/

Contact Information

Axcynsis Therapeutics Pte Ltd
41 Science Park Road
#04-18, The Gemini
Singapore 117610
Email: contactus@axcynsis.com

A Digital Transformation Success Story Powered by M1 with 6D Technologies’ Cloud-Native BSS

BENGALURU, India, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 6D Technologies, a global leader in digital transformation solutions, proudly announces the successful migration of M1 Limited’s Prepaid and Maxx services to the 6D Technologies Canvas, a cutting-edge Digital BSS platform. Over 15 months, 6D Technologies migrated all of M1’s Prepaid and Maxx (Postpaid) subscribers from legacy systems to Canvas. This modernization enhanced service delivery, operational efficiency, and customer experience with minimal disruption, marking a significant milestone in M1’s digital evolution.

The migration project leveraged the comprehensive suite of licensed software modules offered by 6D Technologies. These modules form a holistic ecosystem that streamlines operations:

  • Canvas includes advanced Customer Relationship Management, a Unified Product Catalogue, Order and Workflow Management, Billing and Invoicing, Billing Mediation, 6D Technologies Digital API Gateway, 6D Technologies ESB, Notification Engine, Reporting, and Single Sign-On (SSO).
  • Magik, the Campaign Management Solution, offers a Business Rule Engine, Advanced Analytics, Loyalty Management, Data Management Capability, BI and Reporting, and Commissioning for Retailers.
  • Aureus features a Retailer Portal for seamless E-top-up services.
  • Other integral modules include a SIM and Number Management System, Web Self-Care, Gamification with five interactive games, and a robust Voucher Management System.

Marko Cetkovic, Chief Digital Officer at M1, added, “Our partnership with 6D Technologies is key to modernizing Digital BSS and Campaign Management. Migrating our legacy Prepaid and Maxx customer base to the new platform drives operational efficiencies and reduces time to market, aligning with our strategy to future-proof our operations.”

Manish Arora, Co-Founder and CRO of 6D Technologies, stated, “The successful migration of M1’s Prepaid and Maxx services to our Canvas platform underscores the power and scalability of our Digital BSS solutions. This migration not only enhances operational efficiency but also empowers M1 to deliver superior, data-driven customer experiences. We remain committed to helping our clients excel in a competitive telecom landscape.”

About 6D Technologies

6D Technologies provides innovative digital transformation solutions for CSPs. Its scalable platforms empower telecom operators to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth, redefining business management in an ever-evolving digital ecosystem.

TDCX Singapore reinforces data privacy commitment with Data Protection Trustmark Certification


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 January 2025 – TDCX Singapore, an award-winning digital customer experience (CX) solutions provider for technology and blue-chip companies, has obtained the Data Protection Trustmark (DPTM) awarded by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), a statutory board under the Singapore Ministry of Digital Development and Information. This certification serves as a badge of trust, underscoring the company’s dedication to data privacy initiatives and commitment to building customer confidence.

Ms. Angie Tay, Group Chief Operating Officer and EVP, said, “Protecting user information requires a well-rounded and proactive approach to data management and ongoing vigilance. The DPTM certification demonstrates our commitment to ensuring data security and maintaining our client’s trust.

“In the last three years, TDCX has undergone rigorous assessments to become an IMDA-certified trusted digital identity provider. This includes appointing independent auditors to conduct thorough reviews and assessments on our Information Security (InfoSec) and data protection frameworks.”

The DPTM is a voluntary, enterprise-wide certification that acknowledges organizations committed to responsible data protection practices. TDCX Singapore has implemented robust measures to safeguard user data and has achieved the following:

  • ISO 27001:2022: This certification for Information Security Management Systems provides comprehensive guidance for businesses of all sizes and industries on establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving their information security management systems.
  • SOC 2 Type 2: A robust security framework that outlines how organizations should safeguard customer data, protecting it from unauthorized access, security incidents, and other vulnerabilities.
  • Singapore Cyber Trust Mark: A recognition for organizations that have proven the implementation of strong cybersecurity policies and processes that are appropriate for their cybersecurity risk profile.

TDCX Singapore’s IT team regularly collaborates with external consultants to seek advice on the most recent trends and insights in InfoSec, as well as guidance on effective implementation. Additionally, the team works closely with the learning and development team to provide annual training programs to ensure that all employees are up to date on the most recent InfoSec and data protection policies.

TDCX Singapore’s DPTM certification adds to TDCX’s commitment to upholding other global data practices, including the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR).

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About TDCX

Singapore-headquartered TDCX provides transformative digital CX solutions, enabling world-leading and disruptive brands to acquire new customers, to build customer loyalty and to protect their online communities.

TDCX helps clients achieve their customer experience aspirations by harnessing technology, human intelligence, and its global footprint. It serves clients in fintech, gaming, technology, travel and hospitality, digital advertising and social media, streaming and e-commerce. TDCX’s expertise and strong footprint in Asia has made it a trusted partner for clients, particularly high-growth, new economy companies, looking to tap the region’s growth potential.

TDCX’s commitment to delivering positive outcomes for our clients extends to its role as a responsible corporate citizen. Its Corporate Social Responsibility program focuses on positively transforming the lives of its people, its communities, and the environment.

TDCX employs more than 19,000 employees across 34 campuses globally, specifically in Brazil, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mainland China, Philippines, Türkiye, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Thailand, Türkiye, and Vietnam. For more information, please visit www.tdcx.com.

Allianz Risk Barometer 2025: Business interruption top business risk in Asia

  • Companies identify Business interruption as their top business concern for the year ahead (37% of overall responses)
  • Cyber ranks #2 (31%), with data breaches identified as the cyber exposure companies fear most
  • Natural catastrophes retain #3 rank (27%) in Asia, which is heating up faster than the global average

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 January 2025 – Business interruption is the biggest worry for Asian companies in 2025, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. Cyber incidents such as data breaches or ransomware attacks, and IT disruptions, such as the CrowdStrike incident, are also a main concern for companies of all sizes, ranking #2. After another heavy year of Natural catastrophes activity in 2024 this peril remains #3.

The top three risks globally – Cyber incidents (#1), Business interruption (#2), and Natural catastrophes (#3) – retained their positions in this year’s Allianz Risk Barometer, which is based on the insights of more than 3,700 risk management professionals from over 100 countries.

Allianz Commercial Chief Underwriting Officer Vanessa Maxwell comments: “2024 was an extraordinary year in terms of risk management and the results of our annual Allianz Risk Barometer reflect the uncertainty many companies around the globe are facing right now. What stands out this year is the interconnectivity of the top risks. Climate change, emerging technology, regulation and geopolitical risks are increasingly intertwined, resulting in a complex network of cause and effect. Businesses need to adopt a holistic approach to risk management and consistently strive to enhance their resilience in order to address these fast-evolving risks.”

Christian Sandric, Regional Managing Director of Allianz Commercial Asia, says, “Business interruption is the most significant risk for companies in the region and this is no surprise as Asian economies are increasingly participating in trade globally and regionally. This is also often due to events like cyber incidents or natural catastrophes, which are part of the top risks in the region. Against this backdrop of an increasingly volatile risk landscape, businesses should ensure they are sufficiently protected and their response measures robust. This includes adopting measures such as loss prevention, developing multiple suppliers, alternative risk transfer, and multinational insurance policies.”

Business interruption strongly interlinked with other risks
Business interruption (BI) is the top risk in Asia; it ranks in the top three risks in all countries and territories, and is the top risk in China and Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and South Korea. Its persistence at the top reflects severe supply chain disruption during and after the pandemic.

Such disruptions are of particular concern as Asian economies are increasingly participating in trade. Asia is now the world’s second-most integrated trade region, driven by the rapid growth of manufacturing supply chains across borders. In addition, due to rising US-China tensions, bilateral trade between geopolitically aligned countries has risen. Global trade flows are becoming more intricate and this shift has opened doors for nations like India and Malaysia to step up as next-generation trade hubs, according to Allianz Trade.

Globally, BI has ranked either #1 or #2 in every Allianz Risk Barometer for the past decade and retains its position at #2 in 2025 with 31% of responses. BI is typically a consequence of events like a natural disaster, a cyber-attack or outage, insolvency or political risks like conflict or civil unrest, which can all affect the ability of a business to operate normally. Several examples from 2024 highlight why companies still see BI as a major threat to their business model. Houthi attacks in the Red Sea led to supply chain disruptions due to rerouting of container ships, while incidents such as the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore also directly impacted global and local supply chains. Supply chain disruptions with global effects occur approximately every 1.4 years, and the trend is rising, according to analysis from Circular Republic, in collaboration with Allianz and others. Those disruptions cause major economic damages, ranging up to 5% to 10% of product costs and additional downtime impacts.

Cyber risks continue to increase with rapid development of technology
Cyber incidents rank #2 in Asia; it is the top risk in India for the eighth consecutive year, and the second most significant risk in Japan and Singapore. The Asia Pacific region saw a 23% increase in weekly cyberattacks per organization in Q2 2024, compared to the same period in 2023. Some of the cyber incidents around the region include the attack on India’s biggest crypto exchange WazirX, the distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack on Japan Airlines, and cyberattack on Singapore law firm Shook Lin & Bok.

Globally, Cyber incidents (38% of overall responses) rank as the most important risk for the fourth year in a row – and by a higher margin than ever (7% points). It is the top peril in 20 countries, including Argentina, France, Germany, India, South Africa, the UK and the US. More than 60% of respondents identified data breaches as the cyber exposure companies fear most, followed by attacks on critical infrastructure and physical assets with 57%.

Natural catastrophes remain a major concern
Natural catastrophes retain its #3 spot in Asia. The region is heating up faster than the global average, with increased casualties and economic losses from floods, storms, and more severe heatwaves. It is the top risk in Japan, which faced a M7.5 earthquake in the Noto Peninsula that resulted in insured losses of US$3bn, with economic losses reaching US$12bn, as well as in Hong Kong, which experienced its heaviest rain in November 2024 since records began 140 years ago due to Typhoon Haikui.

Globally, Natural catastrophes remain at #3 with 29%, although more respondents also picked this as a top risk year-on-year. For the fifth time in a row in 2024, insured losses surpassed US$100bn. 2024 is expected to have been the hottest year on record. It was also a year of terrible natural catastrophes with extreme hurricanes and storms in North America, devastating floods in Europe and Asia and drought in Africa and South America.

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About Allianz Commercial

Allianz Commercial is the center of expertise and global line of Allianz Group for insuring mid-sized businesses, large enterprises and specialist risks. Among our customers are the world’s largest consumer brands, financial institutions and industry players, the global aviation and shipping industry as well as family-owned and medium enterprises which are the backbone of the economy. We also cover unique risks such as offshore wind parks, infrastructure projects or film productions. Powered by the employees, , and network of the world’s #1 insurance brand, , we work together to help our customers prepare for what’s ahead: They trust us to provide a wide range of traditional and risk transfer solutions, outstanding and services, as well as seamless handling. The trade name Allianz Commercial brings together the large corporate insurance business of Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) and the commercial insurance business of national Allianz Property & Casualty entities serving mid-sized companies. We are present in over 200 countries and territories either through our own teams or the Allianz Group network and partners. In 2023, the integrated business of Allianz Commercial generated more than €18 billion gross premium globally.