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Nemetschek signs ITE and Singapore Polytechnic MOUs on AI-ready built-environment skills

Nemetschek has signed training agreements with ITE and Singapore Polytechnic focused on BIM, AI-assisted compliance, model validation, and digital-twin workflows.

KKR-Singtel consortium completes takeover of Singapore’s STT GDC at $10.9B

A consortium, led by U.S.-based investment firm KKR with Singapore's Singtel, has completed its acquisition of Singapore's STT GDC, taking full ownership of the data-center operator, STT GDC said in a statement on Wednesday.

SEMI and Silicon Catalyst partner to connect semiconductor startups with global industry networks

SEMI and Silicon Catalyst have formed a partnership at SEMICON Taiwan to expand startup programs, investor engagement, and industry connections across semiconductor markets.

TRUMPF targets glass-substrate bottleneck in next-generation AI chip packaging

TRUMPF says its HiPIMS coating technology can improve the reliability of through-glass vias, a manufacturing challenge for emerging AI-chip packaging designs.

Zyxel Networks rolls out Nebula 20.10 with identity federation and streamlined network management

Zyxel Networks has released Nebula 20.10, adding identity federation, Passkey login, improved network topology tools, centralized MSP event logs and one-click device replacement.

GFE launches income-linked education funding model across ASEAN

Global Financing for Education is launching its Pay It Forward model across ASEAN, providing eligible students with upfront education funding and linking contributions to income after graduation.

BitGo opens Singapore office as APAC digital-asset business expands

BitGo has opened a Singapore office, citing growth in its regional client base and prime-brokerage activity since it received a Monetary Authority of Singapore license in 2024.

Alibaba joins Malaysia’s AI untuk Rakyat program with MuleRun and WonderClip

Alibaba is making MuleRun and WonderClip available through Malaysia's AI untuk Rakyat initiative, which aims to give 100,000 people aged 18 to 30 access to AI learning and selected tools.

Alipay+ and S&P Global survey finds trust gap as AI moves closer to payments

A 6,000-consumer survey across nine markets found strong use of AI for travel discovery but much lower interest in autonomous payment decisions, with privacy and control remaining key concerns.

Malaysia’s nanoSkunkWorkX raises $2M to advance AI chip packaging materials

Malaysian deep-tech startup nanoSkunkWorkX has raised US$2 million in a seed round led by Singapore's Tin Men Capital to move its semiconductor materials technology toward partner qualification.