UOB sees stablecoins, CBDCs, and tokenized deposits drive digital money evolution
The global push for tokenized money is entering a new, more mature phase. According to a recent UOB report, industry expectations are shifting from isolated pilots toward scalable…
Toyota to build $360M factory line in Vietnam to manufacture hybrid vehicles
Japan's automotive manufacturer Toyota is set to invest $360 million in building a hybrid vehicle line within its factory in Vietnam, Toyota Vietnam CEO Hirata Osamu said.
Singapore’s Sembcorp to jointly build $450M data center in Vietnam HCMC
StarMason JSC, a joint venture between Singapore's Sembcorp Development and Vietnam's BB Holdings, has received investment approval for the proposed development of a…
Thailand sets new rules for E-commerce platforms to curb unfair trade
Thailand’s Trade Competition Commission (TCCT) has introduced new guidelines for e-commerce platforms, setting out standards on pricing and business conduct aimed at curbing…
Kenanga foresees heightened external risks for Malaysia’s technology sector
Kenanga Research has on Friday downgraded Malaysia’s technology sector rating to neutral from overweight as external risks have intensified, particularly from global memory…
KWAP to commit $47M in Malaysia’s Lestari Cooling Energy
Malaysia’s national public sector pension fund Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (KWAP) is expected to commit up to MYR 190 million ($47.38 million) of capital in Lestari…
Singapore’s Tazapay raises $36M Series B funding led by Circle Ventures
Tazapay, a Singapore-based payment infrastructure provider for emerging markets, announced the close of its Series B extension led by Circle Ventures, bringing total Series B…
Account recovery as an identity problem: How to safely re-establish trust before a password reset
We still treat account recovery like a minor inconvenience. A login fails, users click “reset password,” and move on. But in 2026, the problem isn’t about restoring access—it’s…
Foxconn invests $287M in Vietnam unit Fulian Precision Technology Component
Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision (Foxconn), a global electronic manufacturer known for making Apple, Sony, and Xiaomi products, has poured an additional $287.1 million in its…
SC launches ICM Innovation Lab to advance Maqasid al-Shariah driven Islamic capital market innovation
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) announced Thursday the establishment of the ICM Innovation Lab (FIKRALab), a structured co-creation and applied research and development…
