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Temasek appoints Wendy Koh as Chief Financial Officer
Temasek has on Friday announced the appointment of Wendy Koh as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)-designate with effect from August 1, 2026.
Philippines’ DICT, Google Cloud expand AI and cybersecurity partnership
Philippines’ DICT and Google Cloud have expanded their collaboration to bring enterprise AI tools, cybersecurity capabilities, and connectivity initiatives into public-sector digital transformation efforts.
Philippines’ LTFRB adds Maya as digital channel for fuel subsidy payouts
LTFRB has partnered with Maya to support digital fuel subsidy disbursements for eligible PUV drivers and operators in the Philippines.
AWS launches first Local Zone in Vietnam with single-digit millisecond latency in Hanoi
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched its first Local Zone in Vietnam, located in Hanoi, bringing AWS-managed cloud infrastructure to organizations across healthcare, finance, gaming, and other sectors operating in the country.
Foreign capital pushes Vietnamese startups to set up abroad, Vietnam risking tax, asset losses
An imbalance in capital sources, with foreign capital dominating Vietnam's startup market, is pushing startups toward establishing holding companies overseas to more easily receive funding, said Bui Thanh Do, Founder and CEO of ThinkZone Ventures.
Fintech firm Longbridge opens new Singapore headquarters
Fintech firm Longbridge on Friday inaugurated its new Singapore office, reinforcing Singapore as its headquarters and regional base.
NewGen increases K25.ai ownership to 10 percent in closed pre-A round
NewGenIVF Group Limited (NewGen), a Thailand-based technology firm, has on Thursday announced that it has executed an agreement for a further $4 million strategic investment in K25.ai.
Singapore launches $37M program to support media professionals in creating digital content
Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has on Thursday launched S$48 million ($37 million) program to support media professionals in creating digital content.
Singapore central bank chief warns of AI-related risks despite economic resilience
Global economic growth and stock market valuations are becoming increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence (AI), creating new vulnerabilities even as the world economy has shown resilience through a series of major shocks, Singapore's central bank chief said on Wednesday.
Roblox launches age-based Kids and Select accounts globally, expands parental controls
Online game Roblox has launched Roblox Kids and Roblox Select accounts globally, automatically placing users into age-appropriate account types with tailored access to games, chat, and other features.
