Global Stories

Airwallex acquires CTIN Pay, expands into Vietnam market

Airwallex has signed agreements to acquire CTIN Pay in Vietnam, expanding its Southeast Asian operations and enhancing support for international commerce.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025

Large Language Models

UiPath expands EMR access with new global agreement

UiPath has secured a global consulting agreement with a leading EMR platform to bolster services in 16 countries, enhancing healthcare efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025

Data Protection

Government Strategies Against Cybercrime: A Deep Dive

Governments worldwide are ramping up efforts to combat the surge in ransomware, focusing on enhancing cyber resilience and imposing stronger penalties on perpetrators.

By Anthony Spiteri • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025

Malware

Kaspersky uncovers malware attack in Asia-Pacific region

Kaspersky ICS CERT has revealed a malware campaign targeting government and industrial sectors across the Asia-Pacific, exploiting legitimate online services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025

Supply Chain

JLL appoints Daniel Malacchini as head of cost advisory

Daniel Malacchini has been appointed as the Head of Cost Advisory & Cost Management at JLL for Asia Pacific, based in Singapore, to enhance service delivery.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025

Customer Experience

Adyen partners with HEYTEA for global payment expansion

Adyen has partnered with HEYTEA to support its international expansion, enhancing payment solutions across the US, UK, Singapore, and Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025

Physical Security

Ken Cheung named chairman for Asia Pacific at CCV

Ken Cheung has been appointed Chairman for Asia Pacific at Creative Capital Ventures, signalling a strong push into the region with a new €50 million fund.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025

Phishing

Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable

Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025

Unified Communications

Airtel completes SEA-ME-WE 6 cable landing in Chennai

Bharti Airtel has completed the SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable landing in Chennai, enhancing connectivity between India, Singapore, and France.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Platform-as-a-Service

AdZ Basket unveils AI-driven ad platform in Singapore

AdZ Basket has launched its innovative AI-powered advertising platform, AdZ Basket OOH, in Singapore, merging Out-of-Home and digital ads for enhanced campaign effectiveness.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

Artificial Intelligence

CFOs in Southeast Asia prioritise revenue growth for 2025

A recent Deloitte study reveals that 82% of Southeast Asian CFOs prioritise revenue growth over cost control and financial performance amid economic uncertainty.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025

Customer Experience

Haloocom expands with new SEA HQ in Singapore

Haloocom Technologies has opened its Regional Headquarters in Singapore, aiming to boost AI-driven business communications across South East Asia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025

Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Temus' vision for digital healthcare transformation in Singapore

Temus is set to transform Singapore's digital healthcare landscape, driven by Managing Director Kitty Lee's vision and commitment to local talent development.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025

Smart Cities

SenSen AI expands in Singapore for smart city solutions

SenSen AI is expanding its presence in Singapore to deliver advanced smart city solutions, aiming to enhance urban management and public safety.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025

EduTech

SHE Symposium tackles AI gender norms & online harms

The 2025 SHE Annual Symposium in Singapore addresses the vital intersection of AI and gender norms, focusing on enhancing women's safety online and offline.

By Moritz Florian • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025

Internet of Things

Honeywell to launch Centre of Excellence for AI in Singapore

Honeywell is set to launch a Centre of Excellence in Singapore to deploy AI and machine learning, aiding decarbonisation efforts in Southeast Asia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025

Marketing Technologies

Adyen & Eats365 partner to streamline F&B payments

Adyen has teamed up with Eats365 to launch a streamlined payment solution for food and beverage businesses globally, enhancing operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025

Digital Transformation

Lendela appoints new CFO & CTO to drive APAC expansion

Lendela has appointed Kent Huang as CFO and Steven Wong as CTO, aiming for expansion in the Asia Pacific following strong performance in 2024.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025

Storage

Singapore unveils AI-driven future in 2025 budget plan

In a landmark 2025 budget, Singapore aims to enhance its AI-driven economy with major investments in workforce development and sustainable tech, say officials.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025

Cloud Security

Singapore Budget 2025 boosts AI with $150m investment

The Singapore Budget 2025 pledges $3 million to the National Productivity Fund, boosting AI adoption to enhance business competitiveness and innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025