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Singapore’s X0PA AI establishes Dubai regional headquarters to expand AI-native recruitment platform to Middle East
X0PA AI, a Singapore-headquartered artificial intelligence (AI) recruitment platform, has established Dubai as its regional headquarters for Middle East operations, the company announced Wednesday.
August 22, 2025
Sovereign AI: The new strategic imperative for governments and enterprises
Sovereign AI, when grounded in open source principles, provides a powerful pathway forward. It enables localized innovation without duplicating global efforts. It fosters transparency and accountability without compromising on performance. And it supports a more ethical and sustainable AI ecosystem, with governance models that reflect the values of those…
August 22, 2025
Singapore’s Temasek weighs a major overhaul to improve returns – report
According to the report, under the proposal still being discussed at senior levels, Temasek could divide its business into three arms.
August 21, 2025
AI is not merely a technology, but a strategic cultural asset
Language is not just a tool, it's a carrier of culture. The way we speak will ultimately determine how AI understands the world.
August 21, 2025
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ZTE, Multimedia University team up to advance Malaysia’s ICT talent in 5G, AI, digital transformation
Chinese technology company ZTE Corporation announced Thursday the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Multimedia University (MMU) to collaborate on talent development initiatives in the fields of 5G, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation.
August 21, 2025
PayNet and Ant International deepen collaboration to enable international QR payments for Malaysians
Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet), Malaysia’s national payments network, and Ant International, a Chinese global digital payment, digitization and financial technology provider, have expanded their partnership with a new memorandum of understanding (MoU).
August 21, 2025
GCash expands global payments with Alipay+, Mastercard
Philippine fintech player GCash has launched a new payment innovation, introducing a next-generation contactless solution that offers convenience, security, and global reach with partnership with Alipay+, Mastercard.
August 21, 2025
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Carro partners SY Holdings to expand tech-driven financing solutions
Carro, the Singapore-based online used car platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with fintech platform SY Holdings, entering a strategic partnership that will support Carro’s expansion plans through tech-enabled financing solutions.
August 21, 2025
Cracking the crux of AI adoption: Can mobile marketers strike a balance between innovation and privacy?
In the years to come, marketers will need to stay agile as data regulations evolve, consumer expectations rise, and AI innovation accelerates. The long-term value of AI will depend on how well systems are explained, trusted, and governed.
August 21, 2025
Tracxn: Vietnam’s tech startup ecosystem hits $3.2B in funding with six unicorns
Vietnam’s technology startup ecosystem has crossed a major milestone, with over 5,500 startups, of which more than 4,100 remain active, and a funding inflow of $3.2 billion, Tracxn said Wednesday.
August 20, 2025












