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Hong Kong-based Animoca Brands launches $10M investment for AI agent platform

Hong Kong-based Animoca Brands will invest up to $10 million in selected early-stage projects building on its AI agent platform, known as “Minds.”

Global spending on digital identity verification to rise 55% by 2030: Juniper Research

Global spending on digital identity verification will increase by 55 percent between 2026 and 2030, rising from just under $19 billion in 2026, according to a new study by the United Kingdom-based Juniper Research.

Intel transfers semiconductor equipment to support training, research in Vietnam

Intel has completed the handover of 31 chip assembly and testing machines to Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) in Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam National University Hanoi in the capital city of Hanoi.

MIVSB partners UBD to boost deep-tech commercialization across Malaysia and Brunei

MIMOS International Venture Sdn. Bhd. (MIVSB), the commercialization arm of MIMOS Berhad, has formalized a strategic partnership with Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), marking a significant milestone in Malaysia–Brunei innovation cooperation, reinforcing both countries’ roles in driving deep-tech commercialization across the region.

AI-powered study app Gauth launches live tutor feature in Vietnam

Gauth, a study AI app, has introduced its Live Tutor feature in Vietnam, expanding its AI-powered study platform in the Southeast Asian market.

LOTTE Ventures Vietnam seeks investment opportunities of $1M in high-growth sectors

LOTTE Ventures Vietnam, the venture capital arm of South Korean chaebol LOTTE Group, is seeking multiple investment opportunities of up to $1 million.

Singapore’s AI adoption grows despite ongoing trust concerns – EY

Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is growing in Singapore despite ongoing trust concerns, EY's survey showed Tuesday.

[BEYOND Expo 2026] Speakers Announcement | A Billion-Dollar Capital Convergence: What Makes This Global Summit So Influential?

This year’s summit will convene a powerful convergence of global capital and industry leaders, including: 900+ top-tier international investors, 150+ Asian tech giants, and 200+ unicorn founders and executives—all gathering to explore global technology investment trends, industrial transformation, and the next wave of growth opportunities.

Maybank sees limited impact on Grab from Indonesia eight percent commission cap

The proposed cap on ride-hailing commissions in Indonesia is expected to have a limited earnings impact on Grab Holdings, with analysts estimating a manageable hit to adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) even as regulatory uncertainty weighs on sentiment.

ADB, Japan launch joint initiative to strengthen energy security in Asia, Pacific

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Japan announced Monday a new joint initiative to support countries and businesses in Asia and the Pacific facing rising energy prices, while accelerating the transition to more resilient and sustainable energy systems.