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HK’s Cyberport: SE Asia’s a pivotal market with immense possibilities for startups to scale operations, access larger consumer base & diverse markets [Q&A]

We talked to Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer at Cyberport, to learn more about the Cyberport's achievements in 2024, its plans and priorities in 2025. He also shared his views on the outlook of the tech ecosystem in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia for the new year. Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital technology flagship and incubator for entrepreneurship…

Malaysia’s Revenue appointed as the official acquirer for Weixin Pay

Revenue Group Berhad, a provider of cashless payment solutions based in Malaysia, has announced the official appointment of Revenue Solution Sdn Bhd, a wholly- owned indirect subsidiary company of REVENUE, as an acquirer for WeixinPay in Malaysia.

Brazil’s payment platform EBANX eyes opportunities in emerging markets globally [Q&A]

Earlier this month, EBANX has been granted in-principle approval for a major payment institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

TikTok releases What’s Next 2025 Trend Report

As TikTok has become a go-to platform for trusted insights, brands are discovering the value of collaborating with diverse creators—from low-key reviewers to dynamic personalities—through TikTok’s Creator Marketplace.

PDD’s Temu partners Atome for flexible payment checkout in Malaysia

This enables Malaysian customers to enjoy interest-free instalment payment options when shopping for a wide range of products on Temu's platform.

Draper Dragon sees most opportunities in PayFi, ZK solutions & GameFi within Web3 sphere [Q&A]

Draper Dragon is headquartered in Silicon Valley and have management and consulting offices in Shanghai, China. As a member of the Draper Venture Network, it draws upon the substantial resources and capabilities developed over two decades of venture capital investing

Coller Capital closes GP-led transaction of high-growth assets in China with GSR Ventures

Coller Capital, a global private market secondaries manager, has successfully closed a general partner (GP)-led secondary transaction in partnership with GSR Ventures, a global venture capital investment firm renowned for its investments in the consumer and technology sector.

HEYTEA partners with Adyen for global expansion

Adyen, the global payments platform, has on Monday announced its partnership with HEYTEA, the originator of China’s “new-style tea” and creator of the iconic cheese tea (cheese cloud foam).

Alibaba Cloud launches Mexico region to drive digital transformation and innovation

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has on Tuesday announced the official launch of its first cloud region in Mexico, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to accelerating Mexico’s digital transformation and fostering innovation across Latin America.

Maybank : concern raised as Temu may turn aggressive in ASEAN amid US challenges

Maybank Investment Bank said Wednesday that the elimination of de minimis exemption by the United States has raised concerns among investors that Chinese e-commerce firm Temu may become aggressive in ASEAN.