Vietnam’s Vinfast to make Netherlands debut with EV models VF 8 & VF 9
VinFast, Vietnam’s global electric vehicle (EV) maker, will make Netherlands debut with EV models VF 8 & VF 9. The Netherlands is one of VinFast’s three key markets in Europe…
Here’s how this Singapore-based AgriTech startup is using AI to help the city state grow its own food [Q&A]
Artisan Green was born, with the aim to be one of the leading controlled environment agriculture farms in the world. Incorporating AI and automation came about as a necessity to…
India’s Bhanzu secures $15M Series A funding led by Eight Roads Ventures
Bhanzu, an India-based math learning platform, announced Thursday that it has raised $15 million in Series A funding led by global investment firm Eight Roads Ventures. Another…
Alibaba Cloud to invest $1B as it unveils strategic roadmap for international business
Alibaba Cloud commits to $1 billion investment to boost ecosystem capabilities while showcasing new products and comprehensive customer support for complete services.
Hong Kong’s The Sandbox collaborates with Taiwan’s Softstar to boost Web3 ecosystem
The Sandbox, a decentralized gaming virtual world and subsidiary of Hong Kong-based Animoca Brands, has announced its collaboration with Softstar Entertainment Inc. (Softstar), an…
Vietnam’s VinFast joins The Climate Pledge on journey to net-zero carbon by 2040
VinFast, the automotive arm of Vingroup, announced its participation in The Climate Pledge – a commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, co-founded by Amazon and…
PPRO makes moves in Malaysia with integration of Grabpay and Touch ‘N Go
PPRO, the global provider of digital payments infrastructure, has strengthened its market coverage of Malaysia with the integration of major e-wallets GrabPay and Touch ‘n Go on…
Indonesia’s SerMorpheus raises $2.5M Seed fund led by Intudo Ventures
SerMorpheus, an Indonesia-based web3 brand-retailer enabler, announced Thursday the completion of a $2.5 million seed round of financing led by Intudo Ventures. The round also saw…
Malaysia’s StoreHub raises $13.5M pre-Series B round led by 500 Global
StoreHub, a Malaysia-based platform that enables restaurants and retailers to automate and grow their business, said Wednesday it has raised $13.5 million in a pre-Series B…
Islamic finance sector sees growth opportunities in crypto and metaverse, says IslamicMarkets.com
New research with leading Islamic finance professionals shows growing acceptance of crypto and digital assets and rising interest in the metaverse. IslamicMarkets.com study found…
Singapore’s #dltledgers raises $6M Series B investment, crossing $70M valuation mark
Singaporean blockchain based multi enterprise supply-chain business network (MESCBN) platform #dltledgers, announced Wednesday that it has raised $8.5 million from its lead…
Malaysia’s respond.io raises $7M funding led by Headline Asia
Respond.io, a Malaysia-based social to conversational commerce software as a service (SaaS) platform, has closed $7 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Headline Asia…
Singapore’s Cargobase closes growth financing round from Lufthansa Innovation Hub and Trestle Partners
Cargobase, a Singapore-based logistics software firm, said Tuesday it has raised funds from Lufthansa Innovation Hub and Trestle Partners, reinforcing their joint commitment to…
UOB Malaysia partners SJPP to provide $219M in green financing to SMEs
In addition to providing financing, UOB Malaysia will also be collaborating with the Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology and Innovation (MRANTI) to establish an ESG…
