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Gobi Partners invests in Cortical Labs, expands biological computing hub

Asia-focused venture capital firm Gobi Partners has invested in Cortical Labs, a biotechnology company developing computing systems that combine living human neurons with silicon hardware.

Vietnam imposes mandatory AI labeling under new law

Vietnam’s Law on Artificial Intelligence (AI) stipulates that service providers must inform users when they are interacting with AI; otherwise, they may be subject to criminal proceedings or administrative fines.

Canvas Ventures International aims to build operating system for Thailand’s Next Economy [Q&A]

We talked to Tanachai Kulsomboonsin, CEO and Co-founder at Canvas Ventures International, to learn more about the VC firm’s achievements in 2025 and its plans and aspirations for 2026. He also shared his views on the outlook of tech ecosystem in Thailand for 2026.

Vietnam’s VinFast unveils new ultra-luxury electric vehicle

VinFast, the electric vehicle manufacturer under Vietnam's conglomerate Vingroup, has unveiled two new ultra-luxury electric models, as part of a broader restructuring of its automotive portfolio.

India-based Fynd enters Indonesia, to boost AI retail transformation

Fynd aims to address these challenges through its unified AI-native commerce ecosystem. The platform integrates in-store systems, e-commerce, design, production, and supply chain management into a single architecture.

Singapore launches National AI Impact Program to strengthen AI capabilities across enterprises and workers

The Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) announced Monday the launch of the National AI Impact Program (NAIIP), to strengthen Singapore's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities across enterprises and workers.

Singapore’s Dyna.Ai raises eight-figure multimillion-dollar Series A funding led by Lion X Ventures

Dyna.Ai, an artificial intelligence (AI) solutions company headquartered in Singapore, announced Monday the close of an undisclosed eight-figure multimillion-dollar (USD) Series A round led by Lion X Ventures, a Singapore based venture capital fund.

Global fintech firm 73 Strings expands into Singapore

73 Strings, the global artificial intelligence (AI) fintech firm announced Monday the opening of its Singapore office, its first in Asia-Pacific (APAC).

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How payment intelligence fuels SME growth

The future of Malaysia’s SME ecosystem will not be defined by the number of QR codes displayed at checkout counters, but by how effectively transaction intelligence is transformed into actionable insight. When structured transaction data supports better forecasting, stronger financial identities, and fairer access to capital, digital adoption evolves from…

Singapore, South Korea to deepen cooperation in advanced manufacturing, AI and cybersecurity

Singapore and South Korea will deepen cooperation in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, as both countries move to anchor their newly elevated Strategic Partnership in frontier technologies and the digital economy.