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Singtel partners DSTA and HTX to enhance defense and national security via network technology
Singaporean telecommunication firm Singtel has on Monday announced that it has partnered the Defense Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) to deploy network slicing technology island wide to bolster their capabilities and the national security of Singapore.
SC Ventures-incubated Dealcierge acquired by Eden Exchange to establish one of the largest M&A marketplace in APAC
The edenX platform brings together the complementary networks, technology, IP, and teams of Eden Exchange and Dealcierge to create an expanded digital and collaborative ecosystem aiming to drive market growth across Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and ultimately globally.
Singapore’s Carousell partners GoGoX to launch Carousell Official Delivery for bulky furniture
Introduced in partnership with GoGoX, a logistics tech company in Asia, this enhancement makes buying and selling larger items easy and convenient, particularly during Singapore’s peak demand for preloved furniture in the lead-up to Chinese New Year and Hari Raya
Dtcpay partners with Primer to expand stablecoin payments in Southeast Asia
Singapore-based digital payments provider dtcpay and global payments infrastructure firm Primer have on Monday announced a strategic partnership to facilitate seamless transactions across fiat and stable coins for Southeast Asian consumers.
UnionPay, BSN team up to boost digital payment in Malaysia with QR payment
Chinese payment firm UnionPay International (UPI) has announced a strategic partnership with Malaysia-based Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) to launch the UnionPay QR payment in Malaysia in the first half of 2025.
Securities Commission rolls out Malaysia’s first social exchange pilot program
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has on Friday rolled out Malaysia’s first Social Exchange Pilot Program (SEPP25), beginning with five non-governmental organizations (NGOs) showcasing social impact projects.
Singapore’s BitFuFu inks deal to acquire majority stake in bitcoin mining facility in Oklahoma
BitFuFu Inc., a Singapore-based bitcoin mining firm, announced Thursday that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire a majority stake in a 51-megawatt (MW) bitcoin mining facility in the State of Oklahoma, United States.
Malaysia’s flexible workspace operator Common Ground expands 100,000 sq ft In 2024
Malaysia’s largest flexible workspace operator Common Ground has expanded their Malaysia portfolio by approximately 100,000 square feet in 2024 via their Enterprise Solutions products and the signing of new locations across Kuala Lumpur.
Thunes partners Hyperwallet to expand payout access for merchants across Asia-Pacific
Singapore-based fintech firm Thunes has welcomed Hyperwallet, a PayPal service for global payouts, as a member of Thunes’ Direct Global Network.
Vietnam-based ABBANK invests in Backbase to launch digital banking platform
Vietnam-based An Binh Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ABBANK) has invested in engagement banking firm Backbase to launch digital banking platform.
