Yimie Yong

Singapore’s Laters.com bets on payment flexibility to reshape online travel booking [interview]

Laters.com announced a $1.5 million seed round led by XBO Ventures, the investment arm of XBO.com, the global digital-asset platform, and the completion of its rebrand.

From AI healthcare to XR training: 8 Korean startups showcasing practical tech at Techsauce Global Summit 2026

The X-DIGITAL@THAILAND showcase underscored that Korea’s technology story is no longer confined to its domestic market. For these startups, the opportunity lies in translating that innovation into solutions that can work — and scale — across the region.

Beyond vanity metrics: why startups need a new approach to PR [Q&A]

In this Q&A with TNGlobal, Aniket Gupta, Founder and Director of Mahou Consulting, shared why startups must ditch one-size-fits-all regional PR, how to navigate Southeast Asia’s fragmented media landscape, and why a distinct voice matters more than content volume in an AI-driven era.

TechNode AI Networking Night brings APAC tech community together in Bangkok

The evening brought together members of the regional technology and startup ecosystem for networking, knowledge exchange and discussions around artificial intelligence and cross-border opportunities.

Fintech giant Stripe celebrates 10 years in Singapore by expanding its infrastructure for global businesses

In early 2027, Stripe will bring the full Stripe Treasury experience to Singapore, adding the ability to spend from balances and pay recipients anywhere in the world directly from the Stripe Dashboard.

Eight Korean AX companies will run the Korea Pavilion, ‘X- DIGITAL@THAILAND,’ at Techsauce Global Summit 2026

From August 26 to 28 at QSNCC, eight innovative companies from four sectors will gather to connect with Thai and Southeast Asian markets through one-on-one business meetings.

TechNode AI Networking Night: The Bangkok AI Soirée to be held on Aug 27, 2026

From AI startups and emerging technologies to investment opportunities and cross-border collaboration, this is a space to connect with the people shaping Asia Pacific’s next wave of innovation. Whether you are an entrepreneur, investor, corporate leader or ecosystem builder, come meet like-minded people and explore what’s next for AI in the region.

Malaysia’s ZUS Coffee said to explore IPO to raise at least $245M — report

Malaysia's tech-enabled coffee chain ZUS Coffee is considering an initial public offering (IPO) of its Malaysia business to raise at least RM1 billion ($245 million).

Off the grid: explorer Ed Stafford & JETOUR test off-road boundaries in Harbin

Jetour hosted some of the brand friends for an interesting conversation with world-renowned explorer Ed Stafford, off-road demonstration, and official vehicle handover ceremony in Harbin, China.

TNGlobal acquires Jumpstart Media, strengthening Hong Kong’s bridge to Asia’s innovation ecosystem

By combining Jumpstart's deep roots in Hong Kong with TNGlobal and TechNode's extensive network across Greater China, Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, and global innovation hubs, the combined organization will strengthen Hong Kong's role as a gateway connecting Asia's technology ecosystem with the world.