Norwegian online game learning platform Kahoot! launches APAC hub in Singapore
Kahoot!, the Norwegian learning and engagement platform, announced Monday the launch of its Singapore office as its Asia Pacific (APAC) hub to support and accelerate its rapid…
July 2, 2025
Malaysia’s Penang launches flagship Silicon Research & Incubation Space to power local IC design breakthroughs
Malaysia's northern state Penang has launched a flagship Silicon Research & Incubation Space to power local integrated circuit (IC) design breakthroughs.
July 2, 2025
Shin Kong Vietnam and PVI partner for digital insurance growth
Taiwan-based insurance firm Shin Kong Vietnam and Vietnam-based PVI Insurance have on Tuesday held a formal opening ceremony, marking the beginning of their strategic cooperation…
July 2, 2025
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Malaysia solidifies regional EV hub position with launch of $750M INV new materials pioneering battery separator facility
Malaysia’s ambitions to become Southeast Asia’s leading electric vehicle (EV) hub took a major leap forward with the official launch of MYR 3.2 billion ($750 million) INV New…
July 1, 2025
Petronas and EPIC ink MoU to drive digital transformation through centralized warehousing
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas), through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), has inked a strategic partnership with Pangkalan Bekalan Kemaman Sdn Bhd (PBKSB), a subsidiary…
July 1, 2025
Singapore launches the National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center for Gallium Nitride
Singapore has launched the National Semiconductor Translation and Innovation Center for Gallium Nitride (NSTIC [GaN]) to lead the country in next-generation semiconductor…
July 1, 2025
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Malaysia’s Maxis drives green initiatives with solar expansion and emissions efficiency
Malaysian telco Maxis has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and a greener future by showcased its progress in emissions reduction, and its initiatives to expand adoption…
July 1, 2025
Maybank stays cautious on Malaysia’s technology sector amid US tariff turbulence
Maybank Investment Bank has remained cautious on Malaysia's technology sector amid US tariff uncertainties.
July 1, 2025
JIL invests $22.5M in Genesia Venture Fund IV Investment
Japan Investment Corporation (JIC) has announced its decision to make an limited partner (LP) investment of JPY3.5 billion ($22.5 million) in Genesia Venture Fund IV Investment…
July 1, 2025
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Analysts foresee electric vehicles to gain tractions in Malaysia
Analysts have foreseen electric vehicles (EVs) to gain tractions in Malaysia underpinned by EVs-related investment in the country.
July 1, 2025
Soft Space partners Hokkoku FHD to launch SoftPOS solution supporting stablecoin payments
Malaysia-based fintech firm Soft Space and Japan-based Hokkoku Financial Holdings (Hokkoku FHD) have teamed up to launch the next-generation SoftPOS solution that enables…
July 1, 2025
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SC seeks public feedback on proposed enhancements to the framework for digital asset exchange
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has on Monday published a consultation paper to seek public feedback on proposed enhancements to its regulatory framework for Digital Asset…
July 1, 2025
Bank Islam taps Mastercard Move for digital fund transfer solutions within Malaysia and across borders
Malaysian lender Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad has become the first financial institution in Malaysia to implement Mastercard Move, a money transfer solutions that enables seamless…
July 1, 2025
Singapore’s Shieldbase AI raises additional funding led by GenAI Fund, First Move
Shieldbase AI, the Singapore-based enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) operating system startup, announced Monday additional funding led by GenAI Fund and First Move, joining…
July 1, 2025