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Google’s Scott Beaumont on Asia’s advantages in technology adoption, carbon neutrality [BEYOND Virtual]
I think the future for the Asia region with technology is incredibly bright. Part of those demographics, part of that is the computer science capability, part of that is the natural positivity and entrepreneurship that I see around the region.
HSBC’s David Liao: Digital transformation no longer a choice, but a necessity for businesses [BEYOND Virtual]
Payments now are digital, on-demand, and real-time. By improving the way cash flows into the economy, we’re contributing to growth and prosperity. This is the future. And it’s now.
Dr. Song Xiao on how digitalization can transform economies [BEYOND Virtual]
Today, no country or organization can unlock the potential of digital transformation on its own. We have to work very closely and openly together. This will lead to an open ecosystem, where everyone brings something in, and everyone is able to take more out. Let’s join our hands to build an open innovation ecosystem that benefits all.
Singapore’s True Global Ventures invests $1.25M in walletless NFT platform Forza Ikonia
Forza Ikonia has previously pioneered the concept of Emotion NFTs to illustrate the emotional experiences of athletes during important moments. The first release was by tennis legend Björn Borg and Ikonia has upcoming drops with several top-tier sports stars. Other near future projects include esports teams and influencers. The goal is to become the Y…
BEYOND Virtual kicks off on November 9th with ‘What’s Next?’ from global industry leaders & investors
The BEYOND Virtual Opening presents world-class entrepreneurs, scientists, global investors, and tech experts to share with us the trends of technology, investments, and the impact of each industry in shaping the world we live in today and the future.
Singapore’s SingHealth and SGInnovate announce three-year partnership to advance healthcare AI
Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) and the country’s deep tech investor Singapore Innovate (SGInnovate) has announced a three-year partnership to build and scale up health science innovations today, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare as the first area of focus.
Indonesia’s Alpha JWC Ventures closes $433M Fund III, the largest early-stage fund in Southeast Asia
Alpha JWC Ventures has closed an oversubscribed third fund, at $433 million, securing its place as Southeast Asia’s largest VC fund targeting early-stage companies. The fund saw strategic investment from global and regional Limited Partners and investors, including World Bank’s International Finance Corporation and Morgan Stanley Alternative Investment…
Malaysia’s gig employment portal MakeTimePay secures “significant” funding from entrepreneur Simon Landsheer
MakeTimePay has secured an undisclosed funding from Dutch serial-entrepreneur and early stage start-up investor Simon Landsheer. The new funding will be used to grow the company's team, expand its platform capabilities and make investments in customer acquisition.
Airwallex secures payment license in Singapore, set to launch payment services in Singapore next year
Airwallex, a global fintech platform, announced Monday that its Singapore entity Airwallex (Singapore) Pte Ltd, has been granted a Major Payment Institution License by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act.
