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Singapore’s cybersecurity firm Blackpanda bags $6.7M strategic Investment, co-led by Singtel Innov8 & Gaw Capital
The financing will accelerate Blackpanda's expansion across Asia.
Malaysian firms to adopt National Sustainability Reporting Framework to enhance sustainability disclosures
Malaysian companies will need to adopt the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), developed by the Advisory Committee on Sustainability Reporting (ACSR), which is set to enhance the state of sustainability disclosures in Malaysia, the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) said Tuesday.
Navigating the risks and benefits of AI’s fast-paced growth
AI is reshaping industries and society at large. While the benefits are immense, from healthcare advancements to improved productivity, the risks cannot be ignored. As #AI continues to evolve at breakneck speed, it’s crucial for governments, businesses, and individuals to engage in responsible development and regulation, ensuring that AI is a force for good…
Pakistan’s BNPL firm Qist Bazaar raises $3.2M Series A from Indus Valley Capital, Gobi Partners
The round was led by Indus Valley Capital, with participation from Gobi Partners.
Princeton Digital Group acquires land for AI-ready data centers in Asia
Princeton Digital Group (PDG), Singapore-headquartered data center provider, has announced that it has acquired powered land for 500 MW capacity expansion in key markets across Asia.
Yinson Renewables’ 97 MWP Matarani Solar project in Peru commences operations
Malaysia-based Yinson Renewables’ Matarani solar plant in Peru recently entered into its full operational phase, following the commencement of power export and sales in July 2024.
Paywatch partners Media Prima for employee earned wage access
Malaysian earned wage access (EWA) provider Paywatch has on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership with Malaysian integrated media firm Media Prima Berhad to enhance employee financial wellness with EWA.
Malaysia’s TNB establishes Transition Finance Framework to fund sustainable projects
Malaysia's utility firm Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has established its inaugural Transition Finance Framework to fund sustainable projects.
MAS directs Singapore e-commerce platform Qoo10 to suspend payment services
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced Monday that it has directed e-commerce platform Qoo10 Pte Ltd (Qoo10) to suspend the provision of all payment services cin Singapore from Tuesday.
Maybank expects ASEAN data center market to reach $11 billion per year till 2028
Maybank Investment Bank said Tuesday that it expects data center demand in ASEAN to increase at 20 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) and a potential data center total addressable market (TAM) of $11 billion per year till 2028.
