AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoInnovation and Commercialization: Indonesia’s first Patent Business Forum is connecting inventors with companies to turn patented ideas into products; patent commercialization remains below 5%. Small-Business Finance: Indian fintech Vartis Platforms has launched UdhaarSaathi, a loan service for small businesses. Rules and Payments: India’s GST reforms promise easier registration and faster refunds for small online sellers, while Thai SMEs are calling for closer oversight under new payment rules. Digital Sales: Shopee’s affiliate program is helping Filipino MSMEs reach more customers, and a Mastercard report found 63% of Indian SMEs want real-time payments. AI and Operations: Indian SMEs are being urged to integrate AI into their business systems, rather than treat it as a standalone tool.
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