Capital A signals growth plans with leadership transition in its digital portfolio
Capital A, the parent company of Malaysia-based low-cost carrier, has announced a blueprint to grow its digital businesses under the leadership of President, Commercial of Capital…
Australia’s Airwallex secures China online payment license
Australia-based global payments and financial platform Airwallex has secured a payment business license in China, following the successful acquisition of a 100 percent stake in…
Fewstones partners with TripleA to accept crypto payments for video production services
FewStones, a Singapore-based video production company, has partnered with Singapore-based crypto payments firm TripleA to offer cryptocurrency payment options for their services.
India’s Growfin raises $7.5M Series A funding led by SWC Global
Indian fintech startup Growfin has on Tuesday announced a $7.5 million Series A funding round to provide real-time visibility and predictability in cash flow for modern Chief…
Vingroup Chairman establishes electric vehicle rental and taxi service company
Vingroup Chairman Pham Nhat Vuong has on Monday announced the establishment of the Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM), an entity dedicated to using VinFast…
AI and machine learning for social good: Inspiring initiatives in Asia and beyond
AI and machine learning are being used in innovative ways to address social challenges and improve people's lives. From healthcare and disaster response to environmental…
Grab retires $600M in 2026 debt with extra cash – report
The Singapore-based ride-hailing and delivery company completed the transaction last week, bringing its debt under an outstanding term loan to $517 million, down from the previous…
Singapore’s Endowus launches community impact initiative
Endowus, a Singapore-based digital wealth platform, has launched a community impact initiative, Endowus Empower. This initiative aims to provide underrepresented, underserved, and…
Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance partners Innovate UK to launch Innovate UK Global Incubator Programme Singapore
Sustainability-focused deep tech venture builder, Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance (SDTA) has announced Tuesday its partnership with Innovate UK, supported by Innovate UK EDGE, to…
Indonesia to provide incentives to boost EV sales, attract investment – report
Indonesia is always keen to develop domestic EV production facilities to take advantage of its rich nickel reserves, an important material to produce EV batteries.
India’s SpotDraft raises $26M in Series A funding led by Premji Invest
SpotDraft, an India-based legal technology startup, has announced it closed $26 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Premji Invest, with participation from Prosus…
Creating a more equitable financial system with inclusive fintech
Inclusive fintech has the potential to revolutionize the financial industry and create a more equitable and just financial system for all. By using technology to provide financial…
SoPa’s NusaTrip expands services to Vietnam
NusaTrip, Indonesia's online travel agency (OTA) and the travel vertical of Nasdaq-listed Society Pass Incorporated (SoPa), has on Monday announced the opening of an office in Ho…
FOMO Pay has officially become the member of Singapore Clearing House Association (SCHA)
FOMO Pay, a Singapore-based major payment institution, has on Monday announced its official membership in the Singapore Clearing House Association (SCHA), a prestigious…
