Market intelligence shows that the Asia-Pacific media and entertainment market, valued at $1.28 trillion in 2024 and projected to reach $1.62 trillion by 2029, is a key region for global content consumption and production. Responding to industry demand, UK-based content financing firm Goldfinch is set to open its Singapore office, marking its significant expansion into Asia.

Justin Deimen, Managing Partner at Goldfinch Asia and Executive Director of the Intercultural Theatre Institute, shares more about successful financing models in the West and how Goldfinch Asia’s innovative credit-driven funding model will spur more opportunities for film and TV projects in this region. 

Market intelligence shows that the Asia-Pacific media and entertainment market, valued at $1.28 trillion in 2024 and projected to reach $1.62 trillion by 2029, is a key region for global content consumption and production. Responding to industry demand, UK-based content financing firm Goldfinch is set to open its Singapore office, marking its significant expansion into Asia.
Justin Deimen, Managing Partner at Goldfinch Asia and Executive Director of the Intercultural Theatre Institute, shares more about successful financing models in the West and how Goldfinch Asia’s innovative credit-driven funding model will spur more opportunities for film and TV projects in this region.

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Industry Insight: Why credit financing could be a game-changer for Asia's film and TV productions

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In the first part of a two-part interview, we explore the synergy between AI and crypto, from AI-driven trading algorithms to decentralised platforms enhanced by machine learning. What new opportunities does this intersection offer for efficiency, transparency, and accessibility?

Kay Van Peterson, Co-Founder & Partner at Final Upgrade AI, and Principal of Ascent Capital & the HODL Group shares insights into the future of intelligence and finance at their crossroads.

Artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency are two of the most transformative forces in technology today, reshaping industries and redefining how we interact with the world. As AI pushes the boundaries of machine intelligence and crypto revolutionises finance with decentralised systems, these two innovations are now converging in powerful ways.
In the first part of a two-part interview, we explore the synergy between AI and crypto, from AI-driven trading algorithms to decentralised platforms enhanced by machine learning. What new opportunities does this intersection offer for efficiency, transparency, and accessibility?
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Japan is on a mission to reclaim its status as a semiconductor powerhouse with the creation of "chip cities"—high-tech hubs for advanced chip foundries and research. This bold initiative could transform Japan’s economy, spark innovation, and even reshape its real estate landscape.

In this episode, we delve into the ripple effects of this strategy with Gareth Nicholson, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Managed Investments at Nomura. Join us as we unpack how these developments might redefine Japan’s tech sector, urban planning, and global influence.

Japan is on a mission to reclaim its status as a semiconductor powerhouse with the creation of "chip cities"&mdash;high-tech hubs for advanced chip foundries and research. This bold initiative could transform Japan&rsquo;s economy, spark innovation, and even reshape its real estate landscape.
In this episode, we delve into the ripple effects of this strategy with Gareth Nicholson, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Managed Investments at Nomura. Join us as we unpack how these developments might redefine Japan&rsquo;s tech sector, urban planning, and global influence.

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As Donald Trump begins his second term as president of the united states, experts say President Trump’s unpredictable nature will make 2025 a volatile year.

Challenges ranging from the US-China trade conflict to geopolitical tensions and market volatility suggest that Singapore’s economy is in for a rockier ride in 2025.

On Industry Insight we take a look at the asset management industry which has been evolving rapidly in recent years. In this current dynamic environment, how are asset managers adapting their strategies to manage risks and seize opportunities, while addressing key challenges in the region and in Singapore?

What is the outlook for investment in 2025? Thomas Kaegi, Chairman of the Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS) Development Committee, shares insights into the future of asset management in the region.

As Donald Trump begins his second term as president of the united states, experts say President Trump&rsquo;s unpredictable nature will make 2025 a volatile year.
Challenges ranging from the US-China trade conflict to geopolitical tensions and market volatility suggest that Singapore&rsquo;s economy is in for a rockier ride in 2025.
On Industry Insight we take a look at the asset management industry which has been evolving rapidly in recent years. In this current dynamic environment, how are asset managers adapting their strategies to manage risks and seize opportunities, while addressing key challenges in the region and in Singapore?
What is the outlook for investment in 2025?&nbsp;Thomas Kaegi, Chairman of the Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS) Development Committee, shares insights into the future of asset management in the region.

Industry Insight: Why credit financing could be a game-changer for Asia's film and TV productions

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