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Maybank expects e-commerce/on-demand services growth for Singapore internet firms to be sustained over the medium term

Maybank Investment Bank said Monday that it expects core e-commerce/on-demand services growth of internet companies in Singapore to be sustained over the medium term owing to under-penetration.

EQT completes acquisition of PropertyGuru

EQT Private Capital Asia has completed the acquisition of the Singapore-based property technology (PropTech) company PropertyGuru Group.

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Building a neobank: The future of financial services

The rise of neobanks marks the beginning of a new era in #FinTech — one that is more agile, user-first, and more responsive to the needs of today’s consumers. By leveraging the right technologies, prioritizing security, and staying flexible, #Neobanks have the potential to reshape the traditional financial services industry.

1337 Ventures Invests in Malaysian neo banking platform Vircle

1337 Ventures, through its 1337 Accelerator Fund I, has announced its investment in Vircle, a Malaysian neo banking platform focused on transforming financial literacy for children.

Microsoft launches initiative for AI skilling opportunities for 800,000 Malaysians by 2025

Microsoft has on Tuesday announced the launch of “AI for Malaysia’s Future” (AIForMYFuture), a new initiative aimed at equipping 800,000 Malaysians with skills in artificial intelligence (AI) by the end of 2025.

Google introduces new strategic initiatives at Malaysia’s National AI Office Launch

Beginning with a pilot program with the Ministry of Digital, this initiative seeks to enhance productivity by having AI assist with tasks like report writing and meeting summarization, freeing up valuable time for public officers to focus on strategic priorities. Gemini for Google Workspace will also facilitate more effective communication and collaboration…

YTL AI Labs releases Malaysian LLM ilmu 0.1

Malaysia-based YTL Power International Bhd's artificial intelligence (AI) innovation unit YTL AI Labs has on Thursday announced the release of Ilmu 0.1 at the launch of the National AI Office by the Ministry of Digital.

Solarvest partners Vista to develop solar projects in Malaysia, Brunei, Taiwan and Cambodia

Malaysian clean energy solutions provide Solarvest Holdings Berhad has partnered with Singapore-based renewable energy (RE) company Vista Contracting and Investment Global Pte Ltd, to jointly develop certain rooftop and utility scale solar projects in Malaysia, Brunei, Taiwan and Cambodia.

Singapore-based interactive video streaming provider launches in Vietnam

Singapore-based interactive live commerce and shoppable short video provider BeLive Technology has on Thursday announced a new collaboration with DigiLive, an experienced technology and media player in Vietnam.

Singapore’s Eureka Robotics raises $10.5 in Series A funding round led by B Capital

Singapore-based robotics start-up Eureka Robotics has raised $10.5 million in Series A funding round led by B Capital, a global multi-stage investment firm.