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Funding Societies partners CGC Digital to support MSMEs via digital supply chain financing guarantee

Singapore-based digital financing platform Funding Societies has partnered with CGC Digital, the FinTech subsidiary of Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC), to support micro, small and medium Eenterprises (MSMEs) via digital supply chain financing guarantee.

Australian clean energy company MGA Thermal secures $8.25M funding to accelerate operations

Australian clean energy company MGA Thermal, has secured $8.25 million in funding as it prepares to scale its long-duration energy storage (LDES) solution. The fundraising effort attracted strong support from existing investors, including Main Sequence, Varley Holdings, Melt Ventures and New Zealand’s Climate Venture Capital Fund.

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Charging ahead: Driving the Philippines to sustainability through usage of electric vehicles

The shift to #EVs is not merely a response to government mandates or global pressure, but it represents an opportunity to transform the economy, improve #EnvironmentalImpact, and create a sustainable future for all. Supporting the efforts of companies at the forefront of this transition is vital as they pave the way for a greener and more sustainable…

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Insignia AI Notes #3: The Generative AI flywheel in Southeast Asia and clues on what will determine market makers and leaders

Despite its complexity, the #GenAI sector in #SoutheastAsia is teeming with opportunities. With each addressed challenge, another piece of the puzzle falls into place, painting a vivid picture of a promising #AI future, writes Insignia Ventures' Paolo Joquiño.

Binance receives operational MVP license in Dubai

Crypto asset trading platform Binance's Dubai subsidiary Binance FZE has become the first exchange to receive the operational minimum viable product (MVP) license from Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). 

Nomura’s crypto arm receives operating license from Dubai

Laser Digital Middle East FZE, Nomura’s Dubai-based digital asset subsidiary, announced Tuesday that it has received operating license approval from Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) completing the final stage in VARA’s licensing process.

FWD Startup Studio Accelerator application is open to Asia-based startups to apply

Application for FWD Startup Studio Accelerator Program is now open, with a focus on Asia-based startups that are venture-backed in insurtech or adjacent verticals. FWD Startup Studio, in collaboration with 1337 Ventures, is thrilled to announce the 5th cohort of FWD Startup Studio Accelerator, a game-changing 13-week program designed to catapult insurtech…

Ni Hsin EV Tech partners foodpanda Malaysia for greener food delivery with EV motorcycles

Ni Hsin EV Tech Sdn Bhd (NH EV TECH), a wholly owned subsidiary of Malaysia-listed firm Ni Hsin Group Berhad, has partnered delivery platform foodpanda Malaysia for greener food delivery with electric vehicle (EV) motorcycles.

Diners Club Singapore rebrands to DCS Card Centre for transformation

Singapore-based payment firm DCS Card Centre (DCS) has announced Wednesday that it has rebranded from Diners Club Singapore to DCS, which represents a major transformation of the financial institution (FI).

Singapore’s VFlowTech partners Monash University to advance rechargeable batteries

VFlowTech, a Singapore-based provider of sustainable energy storage solutions, has announced its partnership with Monash University as they embark on a project that will advance rechargeable batteries for renewable energy storage.