February 15, 2026

Hong Kong Board Member Pay Gap Hits Nearly 2,000 Times in 2024

The highest-paid independent director in Hong Kong earned $1.67 million in 2024, almost 2,000 times the lowest-paid at $867. Experts warn this huge pay gap may affect company governance and independence.

February 15, 2026

Tamil Nadu to Release 2nd Economic Survey Ahead of 2026-27 Budget Presentation

Tamil Nadu will unveil its second Economic Survey on February 16, 2026, before the interim budget presentation. The report, prepared by the State Planning Commission with Finance Department inputs, highlights strong economic growth and may include a chapter on women's participation.

February 15, 2026

Malaysia Seeks to Seize US$115 Million Swiss Assets of Saudi Prince Linked to 1MDB

Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission files court order to seize US$115.3 million in Swiss bank accounts of Saudi Prince Turki Abdullah Al Saud. Funds linked to 1MDB scandal.

February 15, 2026

Premier Group Recruitment Rises From Debts, Promises Staff a Las Vegas Trip

Premier Group Recruitment, once £2.9m in debt, was bought back for £10,000 by its former owner. The new firm promises staff an all-expenses-paid trip to Las Vegas if they hit targets.

February 15, 2026

Vietnam’s Crypto Boom Crashes, Investors Face Big Losses and Industry Turmoil

Vietnam’s cryptocurrency surge has turned sour. Investors suffer huge losses as bitcoin and cryptos crash. Many traders learn hard lessons while the industry faces bankruptcies and layoffs.