Singapore launches OCEANS-X to advance maritime digital connectivity, support global trade flows
Singapore has launched OCEANS[1]-X, a new data and Application Programming Interface (API) exchange platform developed by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).
Foxconn to manufacture humanoid robots in Vietnam
Fushan Technology (Vietnam), a subsidiary of Foxconn (also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry), is seeking permission to manufacture humanoid robots in its factory in Vietnam's…
Sea establishes AI Center of Excellence in Singapore to drive AI innovation, capability building
Singapore-based technology firm Sea Limited announced Monday the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence (AI CoE) in the country, with support from…
Singapore’s digital finance platform Atome, Philippines’ payment platform Bayad expand in-app bill payments
Atome Philippines, under Singapore-headquartered digital finance platform Atome, and the Philippines' multi-channel payment platform Bayad will collaborate to enable users to pay…
Why online safety is becoming a product decision in Asia Pacific
As governments across Asia tighten online safety rules, founders can no longer treat trust and safety as a side function. Decisions around onboarding, age checks, recommendation…
Technological firm Nimble invests in Thai loyalty-CRM service Relationship Republic
Regional software consulting firm Nimble has announced its first strategic investment in Relationship Republic, a Thailand-based loyalty and customer relationship management (CRM)…
Malaysia’s digital asset exchange Hata secures $8M in Series A funding led by Bybit
Malaysia-based digital asset exchange Hata has raised $8 million in a Series A funding round led by cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, alongside several global family offices.
Singapore pushes first international benchmark for generative AI testing
Singapore has put forward a new international standard, ISO/IEC 42119-8, to standardize the testing methodology for Generative AI systems, aimed at strengthening the foundation…
EQT raises record $15.6B Asia-Pacific private equity fund
Global investment firm EQT announced Tuesday the final close of BPEA Private Equity Fund IX, reaching its hard cap with $15.6 billion in total commitments, including $14.9 billion…
