Yimie Yong
EU, US warn Malaysia of ‘national security’ risk in Huawei’s bid for 5G role – report
The US ambassador to Malaysia, warned of “national security risks” unless Malaysia stuck with its original plan for 5G deployment, according to the report.
NASDAQ-bound Singaporean biotech firm AUM Biosciences aims to be key player in global precision oncology space
In the interview ahead of the company’s de-SPAC, CEO also shared about the challenges and opportunities as the precision oncology space, the company's immediate plan following its listing. He also shared his views on the biotech landscape in Southeast Asia and gave several suggestions for for companies, governments, and investors for the biotech industry in…
Axiata’s FinTech arm Boost Holdings said to be weighing funding round – report
Boost Holdings is said to be working with a financial adviser on the potential fundraising, which may give the start-up a valuation of $700 million.
Nearly One in Five Cars Sold This Year Will Be Electric — International Energy Agency
Electric car sales are generally low outside the major markets, but 2022 was a growth year in India, Thailand and Indonesia. Collectively, sales of electric cars in these countries more than tripled compared to 2021, reaching 80,000.
Cainiao Ranks Top 10 in Hurun Report’s Global Unicorn Index 2023
Cainiao emerged as the 10 th best performing unicorn in the world with an estimated valuation of $27 billion, an $8 billion increase from the company’s pre-pandemic valuation.
Breakeven is near for Malaysian unicorn Carsome, says CEO Eric Cheng
“We've been seeing consistent growth coming not just from the volume of the transactions but at the same time, the margin potential has also been increasing with the help of retail business and ancillary services,” its Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Eric Cheng said .
Indonesia’s eFishery sets to be a unicorn as firm “in advanced talks” to raise $100M – report
If the deal goes through, the start-up is set to join Indonesia’s growing list of tech unicorns.
Malaysia plans to set up second 5G network from next year — report
Malaysia plans to introduce a second 5G network from next year, Reuters reported on Monday, quoting four sources.
Lotus Cars aims to re-establish brand in Malaysia – report
All-new fully electric Lotus Eletre was aunched on Thursday (Apr 13) in the Malaysian market and for the first time in Asia.
Axiata’s Boost to leverage ecosystem as it prepares to launch its digital bank. Here’s how and why. [Q&A]
TechNode Global talked to Boost Chief Executive Officer Sheyantha Abeykoon to learn about the company’s plan and strategy as it prepares to launch one of the digital banks in the country.
