ADB launches Environment Action Plan to boost nature-positive investments

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched its Environment Action Plan 2024–2030 presenting a road map for addressing the impacts of the triple planetary crisis of biodiversity…

The “Year of the Robot” is coming

Robots are yet to have their "#ChatGPT moment," but as the technology continues to mature, we will witness their gradual transition from industry and service contexts into…

Gentari partners Mastercard to boost EV adoption in Asia Pacific

Malaysian clean energy solutions provider Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari), through its subsidiary Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, and Mastercard have announced their collaboration…

ASEAN stock exchanges to explore centralized ASEAN ESG data infrastructure

ASEAN-Interconnected Sustainability Ecosystem (ASEAN-ISE) participating exchanges have issued a request for information (RFI) to develop a centralized ASEAN environmental, social,…

An interview with Hong Kong’s Cyberport Chief Public Mission Officer Eric Chan – Part II

In the second part of the interview, Cyberport Chief Public Mission Officer Eric Chan shared Hong Kong’s uniqueness and competitive edge against other cities in China and across…

Yinson GreenTech’s chargEV collaborates with eLoaded to improve EV charging infrastructure through DC grid technology

ChargEV, Malaysia-based Yinson GreenTech's charge point operator, has on Tuesday announced an exclusive collaboration with eLoaded, a Germany-based developer and operator in…

Malaysia’s Gentari, MISC forge strategic partnership to advance ammonia shipping and floating solutions

Malaysia's clean energy solutions provider Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari), through Gentari Hydrogen Sdn Bhd, has entered into a strategic collaboration agreement with energy-related…

Singapore’s Pi-xcels raises $2.7M to bring One-Tap NFC digital receipts to global retailers

With the new capital raised, Pi-xcels will accelerate its global expansion by strengthening its footprint in Europe, Japan, Southeast Asia, and venturing into the US market. The…

E-ConomySEA 2024 report: Malaysia’s digital economy to hit $31B in 2024

Malaysia's digital economy is poised to reach $31 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2024, an increase of 16% from 2023 according to the latest e-Conomy SEA 2024 report…

Shopify partners GDEX to enhance online commerce experience for Malaysian retail businesses

Global commerce technology company Shopify Inc. and Malaysian logistics and technology solutions provider GDEX Berhad (GDEX) are teaming up to help Malaysian retail businesses…

Mocaverse partners with SK Planet to co-develop Web3-enabled experiences with Realm SDK and MOCA Coin

Animoca Brands' subsidiary Mocaverse has partnered with South Korea's information and communications technology platform SK Planet to co-develop Web3-enabled experiences with…

Putting your trust in DeFi: A new foundation for better institutional investments

Building trust and safety is the cornerstone of DeFi’s evolution into a sector capable of supporting institutional investment. Lessons from Web2 fintech platforms reveal that…

SGX-listed 17LIVE fuels virtual IP growth with acquisition of Japanese VTuber company

The acquisition will also foster closer partnerships with existing V-livers, providing them with guidance to build unique identities that are crucial for the success of IP…

Streamlining service: Addressing barriers to Web3 adoption among new users

Platforms that lower entry barriers allow investors to promote a more inclusive and accessible Web3 ecosystem. By prioritizing technologies that simplify user experiences,…