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Sumsub has launched a reusable KYC gateway with MiniPay, allowing users to reuse a verified identity across regulated partners in the wallet's network.

Zero Gravity plans to invest at least S$20 million in Singapore over five years, establishing its global headquarters and expanding university and AI research partnerships.

The collaboration brings together EY Malaysia’s global experience in business transformation, digital strategy, AI, governance and industry expertise with SAINS’ deep understanding of the public sector and its longstanding track record in delivering digital solutions that support Sarawak’s development agenda.

The Hong Kong Monthly Funding Tracker for September 2026 recorded a strong rebound in total capital deployment, reaching $394.84 million across 8 rounds

The SEA Monthly Funding Tracker for September 2026 recorded a sharp pullback in total capital deployment, reaching $82.7 million across 13 rounds.

A Ping Identity survey of 1,000 Singapore consumers finds willingness to use AI agents alongside strong concerns about representation, data access, oversight and regulation.

Datakrew and Gaadin plan to connect EV battery and vehicle analytics with charging and energy-management software for fleet operators.

Climate Impact Innovations Challenge (CIIC) 2026, Indonesia’s largest climate tech competition, has concluded and awarded Rp15 billion ($840,000) to three participants to pilot their innovations in Indonesia.

The program is available to eligible users of SkyroCredit, Skyro's reusable digital credit line within the Skyro app, the company said in a statement on Wednesday.

Malaysia's mobility app Setel has introduced Voice Fuelling, an AI-powered experience that lets users activate their fuel pump using voice commands.