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Vietnam’s VinFast officially enters the Indian market
India is also the first market where VinFast has developed a right-hand drive version of the VF 6 and VF 7. These two models are expected to meet the electrification needs of consumers and set a new benchmark in the green transportation industry in India.
How AI drives sustainability
As organizations embrace the convergence of sustainability and technology, those leading the way will benefit from improved resilience, higher employee engagement, and a competitive edge in a market where eco-consciousness is key. By aligning workforce strategies with sustainability goals, businesses will thrive in the growing green economy.
UnionPay, BSN team up to boost digital payment in Malaysia with QR payment
Chinese payment firm UnionPay International (UPI) has announced a strategic partnership with Malaysia-based Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) to launch the UnionPay QR payment in Malaysia in the first half of 2025.
Securities Commission rolls out Malaysia’s first social exchange pilot program
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has on Friday rolled out Malaysia’s first Social Exchange Pilot Program (SEPP25), beginning with five non-governmental organizations (NGOs) showcasing social impact projects.
Singapore’s BitFuFu inks deal to acquire majority stake in bitcoin mining facility in Oklahoma
BitFuFu Inc., a Singapore-based bitcoin mining firm, announced Thursday that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire a majority stake in a 51-megawatt (MW) bitcoin mining facility in the State of Oklahoma, United States.
Malaysia’s flexible workspace operator Common Ground expands 100,000 sq ft In 2024
Malaysia’s largest flexible workspace operator Common Ground has expanded their Malaysia portfolio by approximately 100,000 square feet in 2024 via their Enterprise Solutions products and the signing of new locations across Kuala Lumpur.
Thunes partners Hyperwallet to expand payout access for merchants across Asia-Pacific
Singapore-based fintech firm Thunes has welcomed Hyperwallet, a PayPal service for global payouts, as a member of Thunes’ Direct Global Network.
Vietnam-based ABBANK invests in Backbase to launch digital banking platform
Vietnam-based An Binh Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ABBANK) has invested in engagement banking firm Backbase to launch digital banking platform.
Mitsubishi Electric, AWS ink strategic collaboration in digital domain
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced on Tuesday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to collaborate and innovate within Mitsubishi Electric’s data center and cloud services businesses.
Singapore’s W Capital Markets raises Series B round at post-money valuation of $31M
W Capital Markets, a Singapore-based corporate finance firm, has raised a Series B round at post-money valuation of S$42 million ($31 million).
