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Australian clean energy company MGA Thermal secures $8.25M funding to accelerate operations

Australian clean energy company MGA Thermal, has secured $8.25 million in funding as it prepares to scale its long-duration energy storage (LDES) solution. The fundraising effort attracted strong support from existing investors, including Main Sequence, Varley Holdings, Melt Ventures and New Zealand’s Climate Venture Capital Fund.

Binance receives operational MVP license in Dubai

Crypto asset trading platform Binance's Dubai subsidiary Binance FZE has become the first exchange to receive the operational minimum viable product (MVP) license from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). 

Nomura’s crypto arm receives operating license from Dubai

Laser Digital Middle East FZE, Nomura’s Dubai-based digital asset subsidiary, announced Tuesday that it has received operating license approval from Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) completing the final stage in VARA’s licensing process.

FWD Startup Studio Accelerator application is open to Asia-based startups to apply

Application for FWD Startup Studio Accelerator Program is now open, with a focus on Asia-based startups that are venture-backed in insurtech or adjacent verticals. FWD Startup Studio, in collaboration with 1337 Ventures, is thrilled to announce the 5th cohort of FWD Startup Studio Accelerator, a game-changing 13-week program designed to catapult insurtech…

Ni Hsin EV Tech partners foodpanda Malaysia for greener food delivery with EV motorcycles

Ni Hsin EV Tech Sdn Bhd (NH EV TECH), a wholly owned subsidiary of Malaysia-listed firm Ni Hsin Group Berhad, has partnered delivery platform foodpanda Malaysia for greener food delivery with electric vehicle (EV) motorcycles.

Diners Club Singapore rebrands to DCS Card Centre for transformation

Singapore-based payment firm DCS Card Centre (DCS) has announced Wednesday that it has rebranded from Diners Club Singapore to DCS, which represents a major transformation of the financial institution (FI).

Singapore’s VFlowTech partners Monash University to advance rechargeable batteries

VFlowTech, a Singapore-based provider of sustainable energy storage solutions, has announced its partnership with Monash University as they embark on a project that will advance rechargeable batteries for renewable energy storage.

Philippine construction expert launches ‘Homeqube’ blockchain and AI-powered homebuilding platform

Philippine construction firm Multi-Development and Construction Corporation (MDCC) Former Chief Executive Officer Jose Paolo Calma has launched Homeqube, a blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered homebuilding platform that enables users to design their dream homes through its built-in network of architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and…

Singapore’s Fourier Intelligence launches Advanced Rehab Robotics Center to expand rehabilitation tech solutions

Singapore-based rehabilitation technology provider Fourier Intelligence has launched its Advanced Rehab Robotics Center in Malaysia. The new center will act as a strategic hub to support Fourier Intelligence's business operations and further strengthen its commitment to providing cutting-edge rehabilitation and assistive technology solutions to the…

Philippine Airlines enters Web3 with exclusive collection

Philippine Airlines has entered Web3 with exclusive collection of Limited Digital Collectibles. Offered in partnership with Philippine Blockchain Week, the country’s premiere blockchain event, the collection pays tribute to PAL history while showcasing the airline’s dedication to embracing the future.