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WGSN, a global business intelligence and insights firm, announced Wednesday the expansion of access to its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered fashion buying platform to buyers across Asia’s major markets, including India, China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia.

Princeton Digital Group (PDG), the Singapore-based data center provider, announced Wednesday a strategic partnership with oil and gas firm Pertamina Patra Niaga to roll out hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as a replacement for diesel fuel across its Indonesian operations.

Singapore’s early-stage emerging tech startups saw its total funding raised dip 8 percent to $371 million in 2024 from $402 million in 2023, SGInnovate's report showed Tuesday.

Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM) and Scicom (MSC) Berhad have entered into a strategic partnership to elevate customer experience through artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovation and operational excellence.

Grab-backed digital bank GX Bank Berhad and the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) have on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership to deepen efforts in building a financially literate and resilient Malaysia.

Clime Capital, the Singapore-based fund manager focused on accelerating the low-carbon transition, announced Wednesday the launch of SEACEF TAF, an independent Technical Assistance Facility, to boost its impact in the region by delivering tailored strategic support alongside its investments in clean energy technologies and businesses in Southeast Asia.

Singapore-based insurtech bolttech has partnered with Harmony Auto, a Chinese automotive distributor, to launch an insurance solutions designed exclusively for BYD electric vehicle (EV) owners through Harmony Auto’s distribution channels in Indonesia.

Emerging markets don’t need watered-down versions of global products. They need solutions designed with their realities in mind. A product that feels tailored to fit the local context will be a lot easier for people to accept. And the companies that take the time to build such products stand to build a long-lasting trust in these markets.

The Singaporean sovereign wealth fund and SoftBank Vision Fund 1 are working with a financial adviser and have reached out to potential investors to gauge interest.

WORQ, a Malaysia-based coworking and flexible workspace provider, has in a partnership deal with Bandar Utama City Group, to launch its latest outlet at KPMG Tower, 8 First Avenue in Bandar Utama.