Author: TechNode Global Staff
AI at core of Singapore’s new growth strategy as ESR outlines eight economic thrusts
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to play a central role in Singapore’s next phase of economic transformation, as the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) Committees unveiled recommendations aimed at securing long-term growth and creating good jobs in a rapidly changing global environment.
Human empathy still critical as AI reshapes customer experience industry – MDEC’s CEO
Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) may be reshaping the customer experience industry, but human empathy and connection must remain at the center of how the sector evolves, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)'s chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said Friday.
Australia’s NEXTDC launches $720M data center in Malaysia
NEXTDC Limited, an Australia-based digital infrastructure provider, has on Thursday announced the official launch of KL1 Kuala Lumpur, its first international data center with $720 million, establishing a strategic platform to support the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and digital services across Southeast Asia.
Southeast Asia’s e-commerce market to reach $289.8B by 2029 – study
The Southeast Asian ecommerce market is on a strong upward trajectory, with potential to reach $289.8 billion by 2029, from $156.3 billion in 2024, a study conducted by payments platform 2C2P by Antom found Wednesday.
Maybank: Sea Q1 underscores durable growth momentum
Maybank Investment Bank sees Sea's first quarter results reinforce its ability to sustain high growth while deepening structural advantages in e-commerce, logistics and digital finance.
Maybank sees data center infrastructure spending still accelerating in Malaysia
Data center infrastructure spending is still accelerating in Malaysia, with capacity pipeline in the country expected to reach 7.5GW over the next five to ten years, Maybank Investment Bank said on Monday.
TotalEnergies reaches financial close, starts construction of 30 MWac solar project in Malaysia
TotalEnergies, together with MK Land Holdings Berhad, a diversified group in Malaysia, has announced the financial close for its 30 MWac (approx. 50 MWp) solar power plant located in Kulim, Kedah.
Sea revenue, profit rise as Shopee delivers record quarter
Singapore technology giant Sea has achieved higher revenue and profit in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, as its e-commerce arm Shopee delivered another record quarter.
Thailand’s Konvy raises $22M Series B led by Cool Japan Fund to accelerate SEA expansion
Konvy Pte. Ltd., a Thailand-based omnichannel beauty and personal care platform, has on Tuesday announced the successful close of its $22 million Series B funding round, led by Cool Japan Fund Inc. (CJF).
Malaysia’s TNG Digital expands SME financing access with CIMB as its first partner
TNG Digital Sdn. Bhd, the operator of Malaysia’s digital financial services and lifestyle app TNG eWallet, has on Tuesday announced the launch of its first fully digital, in-app business financing platform that connects micro and small businesses to financial institutions, with CIMB Bank Berhad (CIMB) as its first financing partner on the platform.
