Yimie Yong

Malaysia’s Science & Technology Ministry looks into VCs’ suggestions to support tech startup ecosystem

Among the key areas discussed were potential tax incentives, flexible regulations, and creative financing models that could provide a robust framework for startups to thrive.

Singapore’s Grab adds Web3 services to its super app – report

Users can now set up a web3 wallet, win blockchain-based rewards, pay with NFTs and more.

Vietnamese internet firm VNG seeks $150 million in US listing – report

The news came after Vietnam-based electric car maker VinFast's recent sterling debut in the US. VinFast's shares have rocketed after its US debut earlier this month.

BEYOND Tonight comes to KL again to promote Asia’s largest tech expo

Distinguished attendees of the event encompassed a diverse spectrum, including investors, prominent figures from the tech ecosystem, representatives from government agencies, venture capital firms, corporations, family offices, startups, as well as notable presences including Khazanah Nasional Bhd, Malaysia Venture Capital Management (MAVCAP), Sunway Group,…

Gobi Partners onboards Southeast Asia’s largest integrated recommerce platform CompAsia

As one of Southeast Asia’s leading vertically integrated device lifecycle companies, CompAsia has a significant presence in 10 countries, providing solutions to technology and telco companies, as well as retailers within the region.

Techsauce Global Summit 2023 concludes with resounding success

The summit saw over 16,000 visitors from 50 countries worldwide, with an international participation rate of over 40 percent.

AC Ventures’ Helen Wong on Indonesia’s path to the next decade: progress & prospects

In this episode of the “Going-abroad” live program hosted by TechNode Group Founder and CEO Dr. Lu Gang, AC Ventures Managing Partner Helen Wong shared her views on Indonesia, the attractiveness the country has to offer. She also shared her investment strategy and AC Ventures' future plans, among others.

Apple Pay launches in Vietnam

According to local media VN Express International, Vietnam is the third country in Southeast Asia to allow Apple Pay after Malaysia and Singapore.

Musk’s Neuralink raises $280M in funding led by Thiel’s Founders Fund

The news comes after Neuralink secured FDA's approval to launch its first in-human clinical trial in May.