Singapore

Transcelestial launches Singapore’s first inter-satellite laser communications mission

Transcelestial, a Singapore-based technology firm, has launched Singapore’s first inter-satellite laser communications mission, supported by the country’s national space office Singapore Office for Space Technology and Industry (OSTIn) and satellite downstream services provider ST Engineering Satellite Systems.

Singapore’s Horizon Quantum plans $500M SPAC merger with US’s dMY

Horizon Quantum Computing, the Singapore-based developer of advanced software development tools for quantum computers, has planned for $500 million merger with dMY Squared Technology Group, a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company led by Harry You.

Temasek’s Temus expands digital talent pipeline with Fourth Step IT Up intake

Temus, a digital transformation firm headquartered in Singapore, has announced the return of Step IT Up Singapore, its flagship ‘hire, train, and place’ career conversion program.

SoftBank, Temasek among eFishery investors facing near wipeout – report

None of eFishery’s PondTag sensors that were supposed to help remotely judge water quality and automate fish and shrimp feeders had been deployed. The limited data collection meant fish feed predictions were wrong almost half the time, the document said.

Ant International appoints Worachat Luxkanalode as 2C2P CEO

Global digital payment firm Ant International has on Tuesday announced the appointment of Worachat Luxkanalode, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of 2C2P.

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The rise of regional startup hubs in emerging markets

Communication is central to any startup in 2025. Whether increasing security through one-time passwords (OTPs), delivering real-time updates, or enabling efficient customer service, timely and effective communication has become the hallmark of a successful startup.

Golden Gate Ventures MENA secures strategic investment from Oman Investment Authority

Golden Gate Ventures, a Singapore-based early-stage investment firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Oman Investment Authority (OIA) through its technology investment arm, Innovation Development Oman (IDO).

Singapore’s Cobo partners with CoinCover, Shift Markets to strengthen crypto security and exchange infrastructure

Cobo, a Singapore-based digital asset custody and infrastructure solutions firm, has announced the signing of two strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with global cryptocurrency insurance-backed technology firm CoinCover and crypto-as-a-service provider Shift Markets.

Singapore-based Nium expands real-time payouts into Australia

Nium, the Singapore-based global infrastructure for real-time cross-border payments, has announced the expansion of its real-time payout capabilities into Australia.

Igloo launches new partnerships; appoints new Chief Distribution Officer

Singapore-based insurtech firm Igloo has entered 2025 with a strong push, launching new partnerships, introducing new products with existing partners across the region, and appointing a Chief Distribution Officer to grow its embedded insurance and sales intermediaries business lines.