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Malaysia launches ASEAN Startup Initiative
As Malaysia prepares to assume the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, this initiative aligns perfectly with our vision to position ASEAN as a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Malaysia’s Catcha Digital acquires 70 percent stake in Tastefully for $1.7M to enter consumer food expo sector
Malaysian digital media firm Catcha Digital Berhad is acquiring a 70 percent equity interest in Tastefully Malaysia Sdn Bhd for a cash consideration of MYR 7.6 million ($1.69 million) to enter consumer food expo sector.
Global technology firm Kyndryl opens new office in Malaysia
Kyndryl, the global information technology (IT) infrastructure services provider, has opened its new office in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, on Thursday.
TM, Petronas and Gentari team up to drive digital and sustainable innovation in Malaysia
Malaysian telecommunications firm Telekom Malaysia (TM) has signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) with oil and gas firm Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) through its digital arm Petronas Digital Sdn Bhd (PDSB), and clean energy arm Gentari Sdn Bhd, to drive growth in digital transformation and sustainable innovation.
Cambodia Airways becomes AirAsia MOVE’s direct airline partner
AirAsia MOVE, the travel booking app of Malaysia-based Capital A, has welcomed Cambodia Airways as its latest direct airline partner, providing another great option for its over 15 million monthly average users to experience the rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural wonders of Cambodia.
Malaysia’s Gentari expands green mobility offerings in Thailand through new collaborations with Evolt Technology, Thai EV
Malaysia-based Gentari, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Gentari Green Mobility, is strengthening its presence in Thailand via new collaborations with Thailand’s electric vehicle (EV) charging provider Evolt Technology and EV firm ThaiEV to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging network and introduce its vehicle-as-a-service offering in the country.
Capital A’s Santan collaborates with FaaS firm Soft Space for upgraded inflight retail solution
Santan, the inflight catering and food and beverage subsidiary of Capital A, in collaboration with Soft Space Sdn. Bhd. (Soft Space), a Malaysia-based fintech-as-a-service (FaaS) provider, have unveiled a major upgrade to its inflight retail solution, Fasspos.
Singapore’s Osome reports over 25 percent revenue growth, eyes Asia expansion
Osome, the Singapore-based fintech platform for business and financial management, has on Thursday announced strong 25 percent revenue growth year on year and significant progress in operational efficiency, customer service, and bottom-line performance.
Funding Societies secures $25M investment from Cool Japan Fund
Funding Societies | Modalku, the largest unified small and medium enterprises (SME) digital finance platform in Southeast Asia, has on Thursday announced that it has raised US$25 million in equity investment from Japan’s sovereign wealth fund Cool Japan Fund (CJF).
Malaysian fintech startup Swipey secures investment from 1337 Ventures
Swipey, a Malaysian fintech startup, has secured a funding from 1337 Ventures to boost small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) financial management.
