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Angel investing continues on, but with more caution and selection – Angel Central
AngelCentral, an established angel investor club in ASEAN, said Thursday that Angel investing continues on in the region but with more caution and selection.
IBM, NUS and Chiang Mai University partner to advance AI and quantum innovation across ASEAN
The United States-based technology firm IBM, National University of Singapore (NUS) and Chiang Mai University (CMU) have teamed up to advance artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum innovation across ASEAN.
Thailand’s GetLinks acquires Xccelerate to create Asia’s first end-to-end AI workforce ecosystem
GetLinks, a Thailand-based artificial intelligence (AI)-driven talent platform, is acquiring Xccelerate, an education technology company specializing in workforce development and digital skills upskilling in key domains such as AI, big data analytics, cybersecurity, and UX/UI design.
Agentic AI and the future of intelligent brand engagement
The evolution from static automation to adaptive intelligence represents one of the most significant shifts in enterprise technology since cloud computing.
Grid issues, execution slow South and Southeast Asia’s green energy shift – S&P
Execution challenges, intermittency of renewable power and grid shortfalls are slowing the pace of energy transition in South and Southeast Asia (SSEA), S&P Global Ratings said Wednesday.
The rise of collaborative machines in intelligent manufacturing
As manufacturing companies adapt to trends, the role of human workers in ensuring sustainability will continue to grow. The rise of collaborative robots will augment human workers’ capabilities rather than replace them, creating a safer and more efficient manufacturing environment. When humans and machines collaborate, the industry can anticipate an…
Bitget Wallet expands crypto payment offering to Asia-Pacific, including Malaysia
South Africa-based crypto firm Bitget Wallet has officially launched Bitget Wallet Card in selected Asia-Pacific markets including Malaysia, expanding its crypto payment offering to one of the world's most dynamic regions.
Indonesia’s Hangry secures $10.5M in Series A5 round to strengthen growth momentum
Hangry, Indonesia’s largest multi-brand virtual restaurant, announced Wednesday that it has raised a total of $10.5 million in its Series A5 funding round, led by Alpha JWC Ventures.
Singapore’s Antler backs ChatCut’s $1.35M seed round
ChatCut, a United States-based conversational artificial intelligence (AI) video editing platform, has closed a $1.35 million seed round led by China's ZhenFund with participation from Singapore's Antler.
Singapore’s Endowus closes $70M fundraise led by Illuminate Financial
Endowus, the Singapore-based independent wealth advisory and investment platform, announced Wednesday the close of its latest funding round, raising more than $70 million.
