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Connected commerce: Bridging the gap between online and offline retail
Considering Indonesia's geographical conditions and limited internet access, traditional offline sales channels still dominate the #retail landscape. Connected commerce offers #SMEs a new alternative to expand exposure, boost awareness, gain market access, and distribute goods. #ConnectedCommerce allows a brand to accommodate diverse consumers within…
Philippine insurer InLife sells 40 percent stake in Oona Philippines to Oona Insurance
Philippine insurers Insular Life (InLife) and Oona Insurance group (Oona) have on Thursday jointly announced that they are entering into an agreement, with InLife selling its 40 percent stake in their non-life insurance joint venture, Oona Insular Insurance Corporation (Oona Philippines), making it Oona’s fully owned subsidiary.
Japan’s Gacha Monsters raises $3M seed funding from Animoca Brands to develop immersive intellectual properties
Gacha Monsters, a Japan-based entertainment and gaming company developing titles for a new generation of gamers, has on Friday announced the completion of a $3 million seed investment round from Animoca Brands, Infinity Ventures Crypto, FBG, and Big Time Games.
Gentari plans to team up with Mercedes-Benz Malaysia to drive EV ecosystem growth
Gentari Sdn Bhd, a Malaysia-based clean energy solutions provider, intends to partner with Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) through its subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country.
Animoca Brands raises additional $11.88M in second tranche of funding for Mocaverse
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited, the Hong Kong-based company advancing digital property rights for gaming and the open metaverse, has on Friday announced a second tranche of funding of $11.89 million for its non-fungible token (NFT) collection Mocaverse, following a first tranche investment of $20 million announced previously.
Indonesia readies ethics guidance for AI developers – report
Indonesia has drafted ethics guidance for developers using artificial intelligence (AI) to prevent potential misuse of the new technology.
From authentic leadership to talent investment: Five proven tips to win the startup game
Successful entrepreneurs are not made overnight. The path to success in the ever-evolving startup landscape is a gradual process of self-mastery, personal growth, resilience, and continuous learning. Honing your skills, persistent effort and a deep commitment to your goals will be integral to your success.
Insurers, insurance asset managers expect a wave of M&A activity to hit Singapore and Hong Kong in 2024, says Clearwater Analytics
Insurers and insurance asset managers are expecting a wave of merger and acquisition (M&A) activity to hit Singapore and Hong Kong in 2024, as the region echoes the wider global industry trend towards consolidation, Clearwater Analytics said Tuesday.
Singapore’s Doctor Anywhere attracts $40.8M in fresh funding to scale healthcare innovation
Doctor Anywhere, a tech-led healthcare company headquartered in Singapore, has on Thursday announced a $40.8 million Series C1 extension round with participating investors including Square Peg and Novo Holdings. The influx of funds will be directed to strategically drive next-generation healthcare innovation within the company, and to deepen its presence…
Singapore’s Bitsmedia raises $20M in Series A funding led by CMIA Capital Partners, Gobi Partners, Bintang Capital Partners
Bitsmedia, the creator of the widely popular Muslim lifestyle application (app), Muslim Pro in Singapore, has successfully secured $20 million in its Series A funding round. This funding round saw participation from Asia-focused venture capital firm, Gobi Partners, alongside continued support from existing investors – CMIA Capital Partners, and Bintang…
