SEA
Grab unveils 13 AI features to transform Superapp experience
Singapore-based technology firm Grab has on Wednesday unveiled 13 new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features at its annual GrabX 2026 showcase, upgrading its superapp into an “Everyday Guide” for millions of users across Southeast Asia.
Malaysia-based Gobi Partners invests in payment firm Transak to support digital asset payment
Gobi Partners, a venture capital (VC) firm based in Malaysia and Hong Kong, has announced an unspecified investment in Transak, a company focused on enabling compliant transactions between traditional currencies and digital assets.
ASEAN carbon markets gain traction as climate risks intensify
ASEAN countries are accelerating efforts to develop carbon markets as climate risks intensify, with Malaysia moving closer to introducing a carbon tax, according to a report by RHB Investment Bank revealed on Wednesday.
Intel expands India executive Santhosh Viswanathan to lead India, Asia Pacific and Japan
Intel has expanded the role of Santhosh Viswanathan, Vice President and Managing Director for Intel India, appointing him as Vice President and Managing Director for India, Asia Pacific, and Japan (APJ), the tech giant announced on Tuesday.
Mastercard expands AI payment capabilities in ASEAN, plans Singapore innovation hub
Mastercard will proceed a rollout of authenticated AI-driven transactions across parts of Southeast Asia, alongside plans to establish a regional artificial intelligence center in Singapore, the company said in a press release on Monday.
BEYOND Expo introduces a bold new brand identity for the AI era
BEYOND Expo has officially introduced its new Visual Identity (VI) system, marking a significant step in its evolution as a global innovation hub. The upgrade also aligns with its 2026 theme, “AI: Digital to Physical,” reflecting the growing convergence between digital technologies and real-world applications.
E-commerce platform Carousell, Shopee-affiliated courier SPX Express expand delivery network
Carousell Singapore, an e-commerce platform, has expanded its delivery services through a partnership with SPX Express, a courier affiliated with e-commerce platform Shopee, providing additional options for users to send and receive secondhand items.
Last chance for startups to apply complementary kiosks at Southeast Asia Pavilion, BEYOND Expo 2026
High-potential startups from the region now have until Apr 5, 2026, to apply for a chance to showcase their innovations at BEYOND Expo 2026.
Asia remains world’s most wallet led region as A2A payments accelerate – Worldpay
Asia Pacific (APAC) remains the world’s most wallet led region, with digital wallets accounting for 77 percent of online spend ($ 2.7 trillion) and 63 percent of in-person spend ($6.3 trillion) in 2025 – the highest share of any region worldwide, Worldpay (now Global Payments) said Wednesday.
Agoda opens new APAC tech hub in Bangkok
Headquartered in Singapore, Agoda is part of NASDAQ-listed Booking Holdings and employs more than 7,000 staff globally.
