In 2015, the Android and iOS operating systems overwhelmingly commanded the world’s smartphone market with a combined 97.5 percent market share. This compared to just six years ago when the two operating systems accounted for…
Doing business and attempting a startup in the Philippines can be a huge challenge because of the underdeveloped infrastructure in the country. After speaking with many startup founders, it was clear that one of the…
In 2015, Vietnam recorded a 6.68 percent GDP growth – the fastest economic growth it has experienced in the last 5 years and the fastest growing economy in Southeast Asia. The booming economy has allowed…
The latest 2015 index ranking on global average Internet speed shows the huge disparity in internet speeds among Asian countries. Countries within East Asia (except China) have relatively faster Internet speeds when compared with other…
While Thailand might not be described as the hottest startup ecosystem, the country has seen tremendous growth over the last couple of year both in terms of investment and successful startups. Companies like Eko and…
In the US, there are acceptable ways of acting that we often don’t give a second thought. It’s natural to share your achievements and successes, it’s often expected that you insert your opinion and perspectives,…
Overshadowed by its long history of civil war, and its popular neighbor, India, Sri Lanka’s value in IT has often been overlooked by the world. The country is finally in a place to not just…
1. Korea’s startup environment is unpredictable: people can be fascinated with one thing very quickly, then drop it just as quickly. Korea is a great test bed to pilot your program since its population is…
About three years ago, the South Korean government has began to take a keen interest in expanding and supporting the startup ecosystem in the country. According to sources within the government, they have looked towards…
Everything is the Philippines is based on relationships. Like other places in Asia, the Philippines is a place where it’s important to get to know people and build trusting and genuine relationships before venturing into…