Thailand
Central Retail partners Ant Group to launch Alipay+ to provide digital payment services for Asian travellers in Thailand
Thailand-based retailer Central Retail Corporation has joined forces with China-based technology provider Ant Group to launch Alipay+ at its stores, providing comprehensive services for international digital payments to enhance convenience for Asian tourists from Chinese mainland, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia and South Korea.
Thailand’s HD secures investment from FEBE Ventures to fuel expansion into Vietnam
HD, the healthcare and surgery marketplace based in Thailand, has announced a significant investment from FEBE Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm based in Vietnam. This strategic partnership further strengthens HD’s position as the go-to platform for accessible and affordable healthcare services and elective surgeries in the Southeast Asia……
500 Global-backed Thai food biotech firm IncreBio to launch products in Singapore by year-end
The company has raised over $2 million from 500 Global, TOP Ventures (CVC-arm of Thai Oil PLC) and angel investors—from a group of former executives of Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Dole, to a family office of one of the largest healthcare networks in Southeast Asia.
LINE MAN Wongnai acquires Thai POS startup FoodStory
Thailand-based e-Commerce platform LINE MAN Wongnai said Thursday it has reached an agreement to acquire FoodStory, a Thai startup specializing in restaurant point-of-sales (POS) systems, in order to expand its merchant solutions business to every restaurant segment in Thailand.
Malaysia’s CapBay achieves profitability last year, celebrates $220M milestone in P2P financing
CapBay said it has achieved a significant milestone by providing over MYR1 billion ($220.91 million) in funding to more than 400 underserved small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. This is the result of successful financing through 7,600 investment notes, underscoring CapBay's commitment to empowering SMEs and offering attractive investment…
Techsauce Global Summit 2023: Southeast Asia’s premier international technology conference to take place in Bangkok
The event aims to foster collaboration between governments, private organizations, and international companies, with a focus on promoting the digital economy and creating opportunities for #Thailand #SMEs and startups to expand globally. Under the theme of '#Social Impact, #Climate Technology, and Cutting-Edge Technology,' the summit will take place at the…
Thailand’s Roojai acquires FWD General Insurance Public Company to boost market share
Roojai, Thailand’s online insurance provider, has on Monday announced it has agreed to acquire FWD General Insurance Public Company Limited in Thailand. With this acquisition, Roojai will substantially increase its market share in Thailand with a combined portfolio of over $50 million in annual premium.
Thailand’s KTC partners China’s Ant Group to introduce ‘Alipay+’ to Thai Merchants
Thailand-based consumer financial services company Krungthai Card Public Company Limited (KTC) has partnered with China-based technology firm Ant Group to launch has launched 'Alipay+', a suite of global cross-border digital payment and marketing solutions, on KTC's payment gateway.
Thailand: A haven for expats and investors alike–Here’s why
#Thailand has always been a popular choice for foreigners seeking a new place to call home and for good reason. With its rich culture, abundant natural resources, and breathtaking landscapes, Thailand offers a livable environment with good #investment potentials. Here are five compelling reasons why Thailand should be on your radar.
Malaysia’s GHL expands Alipay+ integration to 2,600 Thai merchants
Malaysia-based payment service firm GHL Systems Berhad (GHL) has enabled Alipay+ for over 2,600 local businesses in Thailand to accept cross-border digital payments from leading Asian mobile wallets.
