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J&T Express has official launhced its express network in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia. The two countries are the first markets to be covered by the firm in the Middle East, and the latest expansion brings the firm's global network coverage to a total of ten countries.

Carsome, Malaysia's first tech unicorn, is said to be planning for an initial public offering in the US later this year.

Olsera has raised $2.5 million in seed round funding from Kejora-SBI Orbit. With this fresh capital, Olsera seeks to strengthen its technological infrastructure, recruit more talents and accelerate their merchant acquisition in another 200 cities in Indonesia.

Zoomcar has launched Zoomcar Host - the Philippines’ first ever car sharing marketplace, allowing vehicle owners to generate income by sharing their car on the Zoomcar platform. With Zoomcar Host, Filipinos can rent out their vehicles from a six-hour to six-month periods and generate additional income when not in use.

Indonesian conglomerates CT Corp, Salim Group, e-commerce marketplace Bukalapak, ride-hailling firm Grab, used car marketplace Carro, and private equity firm Growtheum Capital Partners have jointly participated in the rights issue of Bank Allo to accelerate the expansion of credit services across Indonesia. Bank Allo is a fully licensed bank offering…

An ‘Open Metaverse’ protects each individual’s data on the blockchain from unpaid exploitation. By delivering real value through property rights, earning capability, and peer-to-peer connectivity, the ‘Open Metaverse’ offers a supportive environment that is already attracting many new users. Decentraland is a good example of a more mature metaverse that…

Sygnum has raised $90 million in an oversubscribed Series B funding round led by Sun Hung Kai & Co. Limited. They are joined by a raft of new and existing strategic investors, with the round valuing Sygnum at $800 million on a post-money basis.

The Sandbox has added multiple Hong Kong partners from the film, music, entertainment, acting, professional services, finance, real estate, and gaming sectors to create Mega City, a new cultural hub. Partners who acquired LAND to build Mega City in The Sandbox’s metaverse include Hong Kong tycoon Adrian Cheng, alternative investing leader Sun Hung Kai &…

Zeek is closing the year on the back of strong momentum in Southeast Asia. Following its foray into Ho Chi Minh City in the fourth quarter of 2020 and its successful partnership with Circle K Vietnam, one of Vietnam’s largest local convenience store chains, Zeek has expanded its footprint in Vietnam with its launch in Hanoi in November 2021.

Timo has raised $20 million fresh funding led by Square Peg. .Other participants are Jungle Ventures, Granite Oak, FinAccel, Phoenix Holdings (existing investor) and other super angels.