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Gobi Partners, a venture capital (VC) firm based in Malaysia and Hong Kong, seeks to invest in Vietnam, including the country's national VC fund.

Ho Chi Minh City, the biggest economic hub in Vietnam, has requested its Department of Science and Technology to draft a plan for developing the semiconductor industry, including a task of helping Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) establish a research & development (R&D) center in the city.

Lim said the funds raised from the IPO would mainly be utilised for working capital, to develop its device ownership plan and to strengthen its omnichannel presence to ensure a seamless experience between online and physical retail in Malaysia.

We talked to Kaushik Chowdhury, ‍Chief Executive Officer of GXBank, to learn more about GXBank’s achievements in 2025 and its plans and aspirations for 2026. He also shared his views on the outlook of the digital banking industry in Malaysia.

Taiwan-based Fitipower Integrated Technology Inc., an integrated circuit (IC) design company, has established its presence in Malaysia.

Global miner Rio Tinto has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with AI Singapore (AISG) to develop and scale artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that address operational challenges across its supply chains.

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) opened the GreenBiz HK campaign in Bangkok on Wednesday, promoting collaboration between Hong Kong and Thailand in green economy.

Datakrew, a Singapore-based deep-tech company developing battery intelligence for electric mobility, has raised $2.6 million in Pre-Series A funding to accelerate the global rollout of its flagship platform OXRED MyFleet, strengthen artificial intelligence (AI)-driven analytics capabilities, and expand operations across Asia, Europe, and Americas.

NVIDIA's launch of NemoClaw comes as the tech giant seeks to capitalize on—and provide a safety net for—a viral AI phenomenon in China known as "raising lobsters."

Unlike traditional pitch events, FAFP challenges entrepreneurs to communicate the value of their startups within 60 to 180 seconds. During the session, founders take the stage to present their ventures, while investors provide immediate feedback and signal interest on the spot. The format removes lengthy presentations and extended meetings, creating a…