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Alibaba Cloud, IMDA partner to accelerate AI, cloud adoption for 3,000 Singapore SMEs/ digital solutions providers

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), have announced a strategic partnership to help accelerate the digital transformation of up to 3,000 local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and digital solutions providers through the adoption of cloud technologies…

PingPong expands B2B cross-border payments platform for enterprises with new licenses in the Middle East and SEA

PingPong, the China-based cross-border payment solutions provider, has expanded its global payments platform into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Malaysia, following license approvals from local central banks.

Malaysia’s PayNet and Bank of China team up to explore seamless and real-time payment and settlement solutions

Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet), Malaysia’s national payments network, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad (BOC Malaysia) to explore seamless, real-time payment and settlement solutions that simplify financial flows between Malaysia and China.

Alibaba, SAP team up to accelerate AI-powered digital transformation in markets including SEA

Chinese multinational technology company Alibaba Group and German multinational software firm SAP SE announced Wednesday a strategic partnership to jointly accelerate enterprise innovation and digital transformation through advanced cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

Ant International launches tokenized deposit solutions for real-time treasury management with HSBC

Singapore-based Ant International announced Thursday its collaboration with HSBC on the bank’s new tokenized deposit service in Hong Kong.

Malaysian government clarifies not involved in Skyvast and Huawei powered AI project

The Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry (MITI) of Malaysia said Wednesday that the launch of a privately driven artificial intelligence (Al) infrastructure initiative involving Skyvast Corporation and Huawei Technologies is not endorsed by government.

Alibaba Cloud joins forces with PayNet to power Malaysia’s first fintech-focused hub

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, announced Wednesday its partnership with Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) as a Cloud Partner for its newly launched PayNet Fintech Hub – Malaysia’s first dedicated fintech-focused community and accelerator.

HashKey partners with Alibaba Cloud to advance Web3 innovation

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has partnered with HashKey Group, a Hong Kong-based digital asset financial services group in Asia, to accelerate Web3 innovation and drive business growth.

HNSE Asia AI Hardware Battle 2025 opens call for entries, offering full sponsorship to Grand Finale in Hainan, China

The competition aims to bridge smart hardware development with artistic expression and international business collaboration. With a strong emphasis on integrating AI-driven hardware into consumer and industrial sectors, the program supports participants through capital access, media visibility, and ecosystem integration.

Forging an AI cloud foundation: Huawei Cloud accelerates intelligence with APAC partners

By working closely with partners to co-develop industry-specific solutions and explore high-value application scenarios, Huawei Cloud aims to drive new growth through precise alignment with customer needs.