Asia
Climate finance by multilateral development banks hits record in 2023
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) announced on last Friday that their global climate finance reached a record high of $125 billion in 2023.
Citi: family offices in Asia Pacific are investing more in public equity and fixed income; bullish on private equity
Family Offices in Asia Pacific are investing more in public equity and fixed income, and are bullish on private equity, Citi Private Bank Survey showed Wednesday.
IFC and the Carbon Trust join forces to cut emissions in emerging markets
In a move to help more companies decarbonize operations and reduce emissions along their supply chains, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and the Carbon Trust have agreed on a plan to work together to promote decarbonization strategies for companies in emerging markets and accelerate investments in green…
Mocaverse and Magic Eden to co-launch MagicMoca NFT launchpad
Mocaverse has on Tuesday announced a strategic collaboration with Magic Eden to launch MagicMoca, an non-fungible token (NFT) launchpad platform exclusively for the Mocaverse community and designed to facilitate access to curated gaming and IP NFT project launches.
DeLorean Motor Company inks partnership with Animoca Brands’ Motorverse for Web3 racing games
DeLorean Motor Company (DMC), renowned for its iconic sports cars, and Animoca Brands' Motorverse, an open ecosystems for Web3-powered motorsport, digital vehicles, and racing games, have announced a new partnership to bring iconic cars into Web3 racing games.
Tokenize Xchange’s Titan Chain secures investment from Animoca Brands
Tokenize Xchange (Tokenize), a Singapore-based digital asset exchange, announced that it has secured a strategic investment in Titan Chain, Tokenize's mainnet, from Animoca Brands, the global leader in digital entertainment, blockchain, and gamification.
IFC issues $243M green bond to promote blue finance in emerging markets
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has issued a green bond designed to promote ocean-friendly projects and improve access to clean water and sanitation in emerging markets.
Australia’s NEXTDC seeks $1.9B loan to expand data centers in Asia
NEXTDC Ltd, an Australian data-center operator, is eyeing a AUD 2.9 billion ($1.9 billion) syndicated loan from banks to expand its operations in Asia, including Malaysia, as demand for digital infrastructure surges, Bloomberg reported.
Asia Pacific family offices optimistic despite concerns over economic uncertainty, says a report
Asia Pacific family offices optimistic and planning for growth despite concerns over economic uncertainty, geopolitics, and succession, said a report on Tuesday.
Sinar Mas, LG CNS form joint venture to provide digital solutions in Indonesia
Sinar Mas, a conglomerate that oversees various business sectors in Indonesia, and LG CNS, a leader in digital transformation from South Korea, have launched their business collaboration, LG Sinar Mas, a joint venture that provides cutting-edge information technology (IT) solutions and services across Indonesia.
