This Singapore-based insurtech firm offers unique microinsurance for ‘underserved’ groups including farmers, gamers & even your pets [Q&A]
In the interview, Mehta also shared about Igloo's plans and strategy after the fundraise last year. He also shared his views about the insurance industry in Southeast Asia, the…
Gojek to feature on-demand food delivery offering GoFood on MoMo
Gojek has on Monday announced that its on-demand food delivery feature, GoFood, is now available on the MoMo platform, in a partnership that continues to leverage the extensive…
EY: SEA IPO volume, value rise in first half amid slowing global market
The Southeast Asia (SEA) region experienced a year on year rise in initial public offering (IPO) volume of 26 percent and value of 31 percent in the first half amid slowing global…
Bosch invests $384M for new semiconductor backend site for chips in Malaysia
Bosch, a global supplier of technology and services, has officially opened one of the Asia’s most advanced semiconductor backend sites in Penang of Malaysia for the final testing…
Indonesia’s Bukalapak confident in turning profitable by the fourth quarter of 2023
Indonesian e-commerce company Bukalapak is more confident in delivering its long-term mission of turning profitable by the fourth quarter of 2023 after having posted six…
Thailand’s HD secures investment from FEBE Ventures to fuel expansion into Vietnam
HD, the healthcare and surgery marketplace based in Thailand, has announced a significant investment from FEBE Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm based in Vietnam. This…
Malaysia Airports, Asia Mobiliti enter strategic collaborations with Google Cloud to enhance travel experiences in Malaysia
Google Cloud has on Tuesday announced strategic collaborations with Malaysian airports operator Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad and mobility technology startup Asia Mobiliti,…
Deliveroo, Gojek form long-term partnership in Singapore to enhance user experiences
Deliveroo and Gojek have on Tuesday announced that they have signed a long-term partnership agreement delivering increased value for users in Singapore and enhancing experiences…
Alpro Pharmacy partners GrabExpress for on-demand prescription medication deliveries in Malaysia
Malaysia’s prescription pharmacy chain Alpro Pharmacy has launched its door-to-door prescription medication delivery in partnership with GrabExpress, Grab Malaysia’s on-demand…
Standard Chartered partners Ant Group to promote global sustainable development
Standard Chartered and Ant Group have entered into an agreement to deepen their partnership in driving green and inclusive finance, global fund management and sustainable…
Why website personalization is key to winning in Southeast Asia’s e-commerce space
In #SoutheastAsia, website personalization based on a customer’s in-session attributes, such as location, device type, or browsing behavior, can help businesses tailor web content…
US’s SEC declares effective for Vinfast and Black Spade merger
Vietnamese automaker VinFast Auto Pte. Ltd. (VinFast) and special purpose acquisition company Black Spade Acquisition Co (Black Spade) have announced that the U.S. Securities and…
Global deeptech startups contest X-PITCH is open for applications
X-PITCH, an annual startup contest for global deeptech startups in Singapore, is open for application. Ten awards will be presented at the November 10 Grand Finale, with the top…
Malaysian foodtech firm GoodMorning Global raises $4.4M via equity crowdfunding
GoodMorning Global Group, a Malaysia-based foodtech firm, has raised MYR 20 million ($4.41 million) via equity crowdfunding. The firm has raised the fund from 1,046 investors.
