How AI agents will be instrumental in fintech innovations in Southeast Asia

As both startups and established players collaborate with regional VCs, the widespread adoption of #AIAgents in #fintech will likely redefine how consumers and businesses engage…

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Primer’s Theo Spyrides on how AI is shaping a more inclusive, secure, and collaborative fintech ecosystem [Q&A]

In this TNGlobal Q&A with Theo Spyrides, the Head of Product at Primer, we learn more about how #AI is a pivotal force that drives innovation in the rapidly evolving #fintech…

SC partners ICAEW to strengthen expertise in sustainability disclosures

The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) have initiated a collaboration through a Letter of Intent to…

Alibaba Cloud launches Mexico region to drive digital transformation and innovation

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has on Tuesday announced the official launch of its first cloud region in Mexico, marking a…

Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation, Kintone team up to boost digital adoption among Malaysia’s SMEs

Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) and Kintone Southeast Asia Sdn Bhd (Kintone) have teamed up to boost digital adoption among Malaysia’s small and medium-sized…

Australian Development Investments announces strategic partnership with AC Ventures through KINETIK initiative

Australia’s flagship impact investment fund Australian Development Investments (ADI) has announced a strategic partnership with Indonesian venture capital firm AC Ventures under…

MDEC aims to push for 25.5 percent digital economy contribution to Malaysia’s GDP by end-2025

The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said Monday it is dedicated and committed to support Malaysia in achieving or surpassing the 25.5 percent digital economy…

Real-time communication: The missing link in Singapore’s smart device revolution

Singapore's unique position as a smart nation pioneer and technology hub makes it an ideal environment for advancing #AI-powered innovation. Based on our experience, the success…

Kickstart Ventures: Philippines’ young, dynamic population, rising consumer demand, low-cost labor base make it attractive for long-term investment

We talked to Dan Siazon, Founder and Managing Partner of Kickstart Ventures to learn more about the company’s achievements in 2024, its plans and priorities in 2025. He also…

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APAC cybersecurity budgets are rising — but is it enough?

Despite cybersecurity budgets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) rising considerably year over year, data breaches have not dropped off. How much spending is enough? Will it ever be…

PATRIZIA-Mitsui JV invests $250M to Philippine parking startup Parkwise

PATRIZIA, together with Mitsui via their joint venture fund management company, on behalf of the APAC Sustainable Infrastructure Fund (A-SIF), are supporting sustainable growth in…

Vertex Ventures SEA & India leads $16M Series A in Spyne to expand in US, EMEA, APAC

The company continues to expand into new international markets, including high-growth regions in EMEA and APAC, replicating its successful US go-to-market strategy to drive…

Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands and HKT team up to issue HKD-backed stablecoin

Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (SCBHK), Animoca Brands, and HKT have entered into agreements to establish a joint venture (JV) with the intention to apply for a…

EBANX secures in-principle approval for MPI license from MAS for global payment

EBANX, a Brazil-based global payment service provider (PSP) specializing in emerging markets, has on Monday announced that the firm has been granted in-principle approval for a…