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Behind the scenes of Synagistics’ historic de-SPAC listing

For Synagistics, its de-SPAC last October represented a strategic opportunity for the Singapore-based data-driven digital solutions provider. Co-founder Zanetta Lee said the listing gave it a platform to grow its business in both Southeast Asia and Greater China.

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Why leadership and talent are your trump cards in Asia’s data center industry

With management structures continually evolving to match the fast pace of the market, executives can no longer afford to operate strictly within traditional roles or silos. Leaders across functions are now expected to be flexible – taking on responsibilities beyond their original job titles and actively engaging in strategic decision-making, operational…

Endowus expands credit offerings with global alternative investment manager Man Group

Endowus, the Singapore-based wealth management platform, has partnered with the global alternative investment management firm Man Group to bring their credit offerings to clients in Hong Kong and Singapore.

Qualcomm expands generative AI capabilities with acquisition of VinAI division

The United States-based chipmaker Qualcomm has on Wednesday announced the acquisition of MovianAI Artificial Intelligence (AI) Application and Research JSC (MovianAI), the former generative AI division of VinAI Application and Research JSC (VinAI) and a part of the Vingroup ecosystem.

Singapore’s GLP launches $358M AUM maiden data center fund in China

GLP, a Singapore-based global thematic business builder and investment manager, has on Tuesday launched maiden data center fund in China with asset under management (AUM) of RMB 2.6 billion ($358 million).

Grab gets license to operate taxis in Singapore

Southeast Asia's superapp Grab has obtained the Land Transport Authority (LTA) license to operate taxis in Singapore.

StarHub, Nokia, Dell Technologies complete Southeast Asia’s first 5G cloud RAN trial

Singaporean telecommunications company StarHub has successfully trialed Southeast Asia’s first 5G Cloud Radio Access Network (RAN) in collaboration with Finnish telecommunications firm Nokia and American technology group Dell Technologies.

Crypto.com partners with Sony Electronics for direct crypto payment in Singapore

Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange company Crypto.com and electronic equipment firm Sony Electronics (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. (SES) have on Wednesday announced the acceptance of USDC, a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, exclusively on Sony Store Online in a move to make direct crypto payment accessible to SES’ consumers.

Igloo, JMT Network Services team up to offer insurtech solutions for Thailand

Singapore-based insurtech Igloo and Thailand conglomerate Jaymart Group's subsidiary JMT Network Services PCL have established a joint venture to offer insurtech solutions for Thailand.

Clime Capital’s second SEA clean energy fund achieves maximum capitalization with $175M committed

Clime Capital, the Singapore-based fund manager, has announced that the South East Asia Clean Energy Fund ll (SEACEF ll) has achieved maximum capitalization with $175 million committed.