Singapore
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.
ANEXT Bank awarded as the best digital bank in Singapore by The Asian Banker
ANEXT Bank, a digital wholesale bank incorporated in Singapore and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ant International, has been named the Best Digital Bank in Singapore by The Asian Banker in the TAB Global World’s 100 Top Digital Banks Ranking 2025.
Singapore’s Sea Ltd partners with OpenAI on new ways to shop
This collaboration will explore how AI agents like Operator can work with Shopee to make online shopping more intuitive, personalized, and responsive, Sea added.
Singapore’s Trust Bank reaches 1M customer; launches investment solution with abrdn
Singapore's digital bank Trust has on Friday announced that it has reached 1 million customers, making it the fourth largest retail bank in Singapore by customer numbers.
FinDev Canada opens first regional office in Singapore to support the Indo-Pacific
Canada’s bilateral Development Finance Institution, FinDev Canada, has announced the opening of its first regional office in Singapore to support clients and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
Singapore’s Thunes expands its Direct Global Network into Taiwan
Singapore-based global payments company Thunes has on Thursday announced the expansion of its Direct Global Network into Taiwan.
