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ORIGIN Conference: Next Generation: Different Breeds of Unicorns
The panelist first discussed about what are the key ingredients needed to build a successful startup in modern Southeast Asia. They also shared their company's strategies and plans, and the latest trends in their respective industries, among other issues.
Driving global payment innovation: Enhancing efficiency and customer experience
As the paradigm for customer engagement evolves, flexibility becomes crucial in addressing regulatory requirements that change daily and sometimes hourly. Achieving the next phase of customer engagement in the digital world requires organizations to elevate the customer experience without creating unnecessary friction in the customer journey. Companies that…
BYD outbids Tesla to power Indonesian Blue Bird taxis – report
Bluebird is committed to using 10 percent of electric vehicles by 2030, according to its latest annual report.
Indonesia’s Ringkas raises $3.5M in seed round co-led by East Ventures and Crestone Venture Capital
Ringkas, an Indonesia-based digital mortgage platform, announced Wednesday it has secured a US$3.5 million in seed round co-led by East Ventures and Crestone Venture Capital. Other investors that participated include 500 Global, Teja Ventures, Orvel Ventures, Hustle Fund, and others.
Singapore’s MPFunds secures $1.1M in Pre-Seed funding to scale and expand into wider APAC region
Singapore-based funded trader program MPFunds, has announced a successful pre-seed funding round amounting to SGD 1.5 million ($1.11 million) secured from a prominent Singaporean angel investor from the region’s software and information technology (IT) industry.
Anthill Ventures invites applications for Lumos Health program to support disruptive HealthTech startups in India
Anthill Ventures, an India-based venture capital firm and speed-scaling ecosystem, has on Thursday announced the launch of a new cohort for its Lumos Health program, which is designed for startups with disruptive solutions and health technologies.
ORIGIN Conference: How is AI shaping Southeast Asia’s Next Gen?
The discussion explored the unique strengths of Southeast Asia when it comes to AI solutions, government policies proposed to strengthen the AI ecosystem, and the industries that are most suitable for AI adoption. The panel also tackled the challenges associated with artificial intelligence as well as the need for AI education and skills development. Of…
Tourists can now use AlipayHK, Kakao Pay, Touch ‘n Go, Alipay China in Thailand
Ant Group, the Chinese operator of Alipay+, the global cross-border digital payments and marketing solution, has on Monday announced that a total of four mobile wallets are now accepted in Thailand. These include AlipayHK (Hong Kong SAR), Kakao Pay (South Korea), Touch ‘n Go eWallet (Malaysia) and Alipay (Chinese mainland), which has been accepted by Thai…
Stockbit and Fullerton Fund Management forge strategic partnership and acquire PT Ayers Asia Asset Management
Indonesia-based digital investing platform PT Stockbit Investa Bersama (Stockbit) and Singapore-headquartered investment firm Fullerton Fund Management Company Ltd (Fullerton), have entered into a strategic partnership to address the wealth management needs of Indonesian investors.
Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance announces revamped venture building program for SDTA24 cohort
Sustainability-focused deep-tech venture builder, Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance (SDTA) has on Monday announced the launch of its revamped venture building program for its third cohort at the annual Sustainable Innovation Asia 2023.
