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NVIDIA aims to build Hanoi’s R&D center into world-class AI engineering hub
NVIDIA aims to develop its Vietnam Research and Development Center (VRDC) in Hanoi into a world-class AI engineering hub, contributing both to the company's global operations and to the innovation ecosystem in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
Indonesia’s Nadiem Makarim, Gojek founder & former minister, found guilty of graft – report
An Indonesian court on Tuesday ruled that Nadiem Makarim, Co-Founder of tech giant Gojek and a former education minister, was guilty of corruption and sentenced him to 10 years in prison, Reuters reported. The verdict can still be appealed by either the prosecution or the defense, according to Jakarta Globe.id.
Singapore’s Biobot Surgical raises $15M to expand robotic prostate cancer platform into US market
Biobot Surgical, a Singapore-based medical technology company developing robotic-assisted systems for prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment, has secured S$20 million ($15.4 million) in its latest financing round led by ClavystBio in partnership with ZIG Ventures.
Singapore’s Qashier raises $6.1M Series A+ to expand merchant operating system across Southeast Asia
Singapore-based Qashier, a unified merchant operating system for Southeast Asia, has raised $6.125 million in a Series A+ financing round comprising equity and debt.
Malaysia launches national program to boost high value jobs
Malaysia is stepping up efforts to create more high-value jobs in advanced industries with the launch of the BAKAT MADANI initiative, a national program aimed at strengthening talent pipelines in semiconductors, renewable energy, the digital economy and advanced manufacturing.
MicroLEAP, CASB, HDC launch initiative for SME financing on government contracts
Malaysia's fintech firm microleap PLT, Commerce Access Sdn Bhd (CASB) and the Halal Development Corporation Berhad (HDC) have inked a strategic collaboration to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) access financing for government contracts.
Singapore’s Igloo acquires insurtech firm Eazy Digital
Igloo, Singapore-based insurtech company, has acquired Eazy Digital, a Singapore-headquartered insurtech company with operations across Thailand and Asia.
Singapore-based AI startup Akro raises $700,000 Pre-Seed led by Amigos Venture Capital
Singapore-based artificial intelligence (AI) firm Akro has on Tuesday announced a $700,000 Pre-Seed funding round led by Amigos Venture Capital.
Thailand’s Amity establishes Singapore as global AI hub
Amity, the enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) technology company founded in Thailand, announced Monday the official launch of its Singapore office and AI Research & Application Center (ARAC).
Clifford Capital announces increase in ETAF commitments to $345M
Clifford Capital, a Singapore-headquartered global infrastructure credit platform, announced Monday that the Energy Transition Acceleration Finance Partnership (ETAF) has secured $345 million in aggregate commitments, including the $250 million first close announced by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
