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Nissan and Honda plan merger to maintain global competitiveness

Japanese multinational automobile manufacturers Nissan Motor and Honda Motor have officially began merger talks to maintain global competitiveness.

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Lost in a sea of false positives: Paddling through the alert overload

Despite launching an average of 13.5 new digital products in the past year — more than any other country surveyed — #Singapore organizations are grappling with false positives and alert fatigue from their tools. This makes it even more crucial for leaders to adopt #AI technologies in order to maintain operational resilience and stay competitive. As alert…

PFN, Mitsubishi and IIJ team up for AI cloud computing

Preferred Networks (PFN), Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) and Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ) have on Monday announced that the three companies will establish their joint venture Preferred Computing Infrastructure, Inc. (PFCI) in January 2025.

Malaysia’s VentureTECH drives renewable energy innovation with investment in MTC Orec

VentureTECH Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysia-based impact investment company, has on Monday announced a strategic investment in MTC Orec Sdn. Bhd. (MTC Orec), a bumiputera company in Malaysia specializing in the bioenergy sector.

Malaysia ends 2024 as Southeast Asia’s top data center hub with $23B investments

Malaysia has ended 2024 as Southeast Asia’s top data center hub with $23 billion investments, solidifying its position as Southeast Asia’s leading digital hub, Knight Frank said Monday.

Yondr raises $900M from IFC and global lenders for data center in Malaysia

Global data-center operator Yondr Group has raised over $900 million from International Finance Corporation (IFC) and a consortium of six international financial institutions to finance its hyperscale data-center campus in Malaysia.

XTransfer partners OCBC for global multi-currency accounts

XTransfer, the China-based business to business (B2B) cross-border trade payment platform, and OCBC, the Singapore-based financial services group, have jointly announced the comprehensive partnership for global multi-currency accounts.

Analysts foresee increased localization investment in Malaysia’s EV sector next year

Analysts have foreseen electric vehicle (EV) transition pace to pick up in Malaysia next year, underpinned by government policies and incentives.

Toyoda Gosei acquires stake in EV Motors Japan

Japan-based automotive components manufacturer Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has acquired a stake in EV Motors Japan Co., Ltd. (EVM-J), a startup engaged in the development and sales of commercial electric vehicles such as trucks and buses.

[Discover Vietnam Tech] Top co-working spaces: a guide for digital nomads and entrepreneurs

Vietnam has become a hub for digital nomads and entrepreneurs, thanks to its vibrant culture and affordable living. Here are some of the top co-working spaces in the country that cater to various needs and preferences.