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Business NewsDBS Appoints Chief Credit Officer for North Asia
DBS has appointed Xu Qing as Managing Director and Senior Risk Executive for Hong Kong, and Chief Credit Officer for North Asia, according to a statement. The appointment is effective 1 February. In his new role, Xu will oversee credit and risk functions across Hong Kong, mainland China, and Taiwan, and will join the Hong […] -
Business NewsHong Kong and Switzerland Hold Financial Dialogue in Bern
Hong Kong and Switzerland held the Eighth Hong Kong–Switzerland Financial Dialogue in Bern on 29 January, aimed at strengthening cooperation in financial services between the two markets. The dialogue was co-organised by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the State Secretariat for International Finance (SIF) under Switzerland’s Federal Department of Finance. It was chaired […] -
Business NewsVinFast Signs Agreement to Develop Transportation Infrastructure in Indonesia
VinFast Indonesia has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Subang Regency Government and toll road operator PT Lintas Marga Sedaya (PT LMS) to develop a new interchange on the Cikampek–Palimanan (Cipali) Toll Road, the company said on Wednesday. The project involves the construction of the Manyingsal Interchange at Km 115+500 on the Cipali Toll […]
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Business NewsMalaysia Airlines Takes Flight With Mumbai Indians as Global Airline Partner
Malaysia Airlines today announced a landmark partnership with the Mumbai Indians, India’s most successful and widely followed cricket franchise, as Associate Sponsor and Official Global Airline Partner. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Malaysia Airlines’ sports-led brand and commercial growth strategy across priority global markets, while reaffirming India as one of the airline’s most […] -
Business NewsCiti Promotes Asia Corporate Banker to Global Role
Citi today announced a series of leadership appointments within its corporate banking business, reinforcing its global banking franchise and strengthening senior leadership across regions. Jason Rekate has been appointed Global Chair of Corporate Banking, and John Chirico has been named Global Chair of Investment Banking. Both will report to Viswas Raghavan, Citi’s Head of Banking […] -
TechnologyBuild Your Gaming Empire: How AI and UGC Are Disrupting the Gaming Industry
A new ‘gaming intelligence’ model enables solo creators to rapidly produce and monetize digital assets for platforms like Roblox and Fortnite.By Kul Bhushan -
Business NewsAdvantest Selects Anaqua for Global IP Management
Advantest Corporation has selected Anaqua‘s AQX® platform to manage its global intellectual property operations, Anaqua said on Tuesday. The move comes as semiconductor companies adjust to faster development cycles driven by artificial intelligence, electrification, and next-generation devices. Advantest is seeking to standardize internal processes, streamline IP workflows across its global offices, and reduce operational complexity […] -
Business NewsWhat Markets Will Benefit From Investor Rotation Out of the US?
Global investors are reallocating capital away from the United States toward international markets amid rising geopolitical uncertainty, according to discussions at the Asian Financial Forum 2026. Global equity funds recorded net outflows of US$43.2 billion last week, the largest on record, including US$16.8 billion from US markets, based on data from BofA Global Research. The […] -
Business NewsC Capital Acquires 507 Hectares of Land in Victoria, Australia
C Capital, an APAC private asset manager, has acquired a 507-hectare landholding in Beveridge, Victoria, within the Northern Freight Precinct, which connects to the Inland Rail project. The site will support logistics, industrial, and data centre development in metropolitan Melbourne. C Capital has appointed Lendlease as Master Development Partner to manage rezoning, infrastructure enablement, and […] -
Business NewsSouthco Expands Southeast Asia Footprint With Opening of New Chon Buri Facility
Southco, a global leader in engineered access solutions, today announced the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Chon Buri, Thailand, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued expansion across Southeast Asia. The new facility strengthens Southco’s regional presence and enhances its ability to serve customers more efficiently by reducing lead times, improving […] -
Business NewsHeyMax Raises US$11M Series A Led by Peak XV Partners to Expand Travel and Loyalty Platform Across APAC
Singapore, January 28, 2026 — HeyMax, a Singapore-headquartered travel and loyalty rewards platform, has raised US$11 million in a Series A funding round led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from Betatron Venture Group and continued support from January Capital and Tenity. The round also includes strategic investments from Rob Rosenstein, Co-founder and Chairman of […] -
EntrepreneursThe Women Redefining Web3’s Future Through Community, Purpose, and Real Utility
Yet the push toward a more mature version of Web3 is beginning to reveal a different kind of leadership, one that is less concerned with speculation and more invested in the long-term health of communities, real utility, and the social impact that emerging technologies can enable. -
Business NewsIndia Requires US$145 Billion in Annual Energy Investment to Bridge Growth and Climate Targets
Wood Mackenzie shares critical pathway for India to navigate energy security and transition while maintaining 6% GDP growth through 2035 -
Business NewsRaffles Family Office Appoints Former BNP Paribas Private Banker as Managing Director
Raffles Family Office (RFO) has appointed Pradinan Arkarachinores as Managing Director, Relationship Management, strengthening its senior leadership team as the firm continues to serve the evolving needs of ultra-high-net-worth families across Asia. In her new role, Ms. Arkarachinores is responsible for leading and managing a relationship management team overseeing portfolios for ultra-high-net-worth Asian families. Her […] -
Business NewsWisdom Family Office Appoints Arthur Fong as Managing Director and Senior Advisor
Wisdom Family Office (Wisdom Group), a multi-family office providing institutional-grade solutions to ultra-high-net-worth families and their advisers, has appointed Arthur Fong as Managing Director and Senior Advisor. Mr. Fong brings more than two decades of experience in global wealth management and financial services. He joins Wisdom from Paragon Capital Management, where he established and led […] -
Business NewsDeutsche Bank Private Bank Strengthens Investment Management Team in North Asia
Deutsche Bank has expanded its investment management capabilities in North Asia with the appointment of Stephen Yeung as Director within its Investment Management (IM) team, according to an internal memo. Based in Hong Kong, Yeung will be part of the North Asia coverage team and will report to Stephen So. Yeung brings more than 20 […] -
Business NewsQBE Re Appoints Sven Liu as Head of Greater China
QBE Re, the reinsurance division of QBE Insurance Group, today announced the appointment of Sven Liu as Head of Greater China, a newly created role reflecting the company’s strategic focus on expanding its Asia footprint. Based in Singapore, Liu will be responsible for overseeing portfolio management and driving growth opportunities across the Greater China region. […] -
TechnologyAsus Smartphone Exit Signals Shifting Tech Landscape Towards AI
Another tech company is shelving their smartphone vertical. We dive deeper into the global smartphone landscape and changed market dynamics.By Kul Bhushan -
Business NewsIPC Partners with Taiwan-Based Vsense to Deliver FPGA-Powered Trading Infrastructure Globally
IPC Systems (“IPC”), a global provider of secure, compliant communications and multi-cloud connectivity solutions, has entered an exclusive partnership with Vsense FinTech, Inc., a Taiwan-based developer of FPGA-powered trading solutions. Under the agreement, IPC will serve as the exclusive global distributor and white-label reseller of Vsense’s high-performance FPGA solutions. These hardware-based systems bypass software overhead, […] -
Business NewsFundbox Expands Into Australia With MA Financial Group–Backed Warehouse Facility
Fundbox, a provider of embedded capital infrastructure for small businesses, has expanded into Australia, bringing its technology, underwriting, and funding capabilities to platforms serving Australian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). As part of its market entry, Fundbox is supporting the launch of digital, embedded capital products for platforms operating in Australia, enabling SMBs to access […] -
Business NewsSingapore Emission Factors Registry Adds 94 New Emission Factors to Strengthen Carbon Reporting
Singapore, 22 January 2026 — The Singapore Emission Factors Registry (SEFR) has added 94 new emission factors (EFs), expanding Singapore’s carbon data infrastructure and enabling businesses to report emissions more accurately. With this update, SEFR now contains 319 emission factors, covering all Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as well as four Scope 3 categories: […] -
Business NewsJLL Expands Australia and New Zealand Hotels Advisory and Asset Management Platform
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle), a leading global commercial real estate services firm, has expanded its hotels advisory and asset management platform in Australia and New Zealand with two senior appointments, reinforcing its commitment to supporting clients across the region’s evolving hospitality market. JLL has appointed Wesley Milsom as Executive Vice President, Asset Management & Strategic […] -
Business NewsHSBC Forms Strategic AI Partnership to Transform Global Legal Function
HSBC, one of the world’s leading banking and financial services organizations, today announced a strategic partnership with Harvey AI, a pioneering artificial intelligence platform for legal and professional services. This collaboration aims to enhance HSBC’s global legal function by integrating advanced AI capabilities to support controls, security, and regulatory compliance. The pilot program will deploy […] -
Business NewsOCBC Establishes Dedicated Securities Financing Unit to Enhance Client Capital Efficiency
Singapore, January 2026 – OCBC Bank, one of Asia’s leading financial institutions, today announced the formation of a dedicated Securities Financing Unit within its Global Markets division. The new unit will focus on providing lending solutions against securities held in client accounts across OCBC Bank and its subsidiaries, including OCBC Securities, Bank of Singapore, and […] -
EntrepreneursThis Founder’s Views on Values, Vision, And Building Multigenerational Impact
A successful businessman, David has fulfilled his American dream by building a sustainable recycling business in California and investing in the homeland of his father and mother. -
Business NewsWorld Bank Unit Appoints Trio to Support APAC
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank Group’s private sector arm, has appointed new regional leadership to support private sector development across Asia and the Pacific. Sarvesh Suri has been named Regional Vice President for Asia and the Pacific and will be based in Singapore. He will oversee IFC operations from India to the […] -
Business NewsVWO and AB Tasty Join Forces to Redefine the Future of Digital Experience Optimization
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Business NewsHuawei Highlights Automation, Digitalization, and AI in Power Grid Modernization
In 2025, more than 10 major power outages affected over 1.2 billion people worldwide, underscoring the need for stable and resilient power systems. As countries accelerate carbon neutrality goals, power grids face increasing complexity from renewable energy integration, electrification, and variable loads. These changes require greater system flexibility and control. Jason Li, President of Global […] -
Business NewsKnight Frank Appoints Priscilla Rotgans as Asia-Pacific Chief Financial Officer
Singapore – Knight Frank has appointed Priscilla Rotgans as Chief Financial Officer for Asia-Pacific, effective immediately, the company announced on Friday. Based in Singapore, Rotgans will report to Craig Shute, Chief Executive Officer, Asia-Pacific, and work closely with Sarah Mussenden, Group Chief Financial Officer, based in London. She will also join Knight Frank’s Asia-Pacific Regional […] -
Business NewsBank of Singapore Appoints Collins Chin as Chief Financial Officer
Singapore – Bank of Singapore has appointed Collins Chin as its global Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. In his new role, Chin will also join the bank’s Global Management Committee and report directly to CEO Jason Moo. Chin joins Bank of Singapore from OCBC, where he served as Head of Investor Relations. He has over […] -
Business NewsSKT Consortium Advances to Phase 2 of Sovereign AI Foundation Model Project
SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) announced that the SKT consortium has passed the Phase 1 evaluation of the Korean government’s Sovereign AI Foundation Model project and has advanced to Phase 2. The consortium’s model, A.X K1, is Korea’s first hyperscale AI model, with a total of 519 billion parameters. In the Phase 1 evaluation conducted using […] -
Business NewsCoda Integrates Unity In-App Purchasing SDK with Global Web Store Platform
Coda announced that it is integrating Unity‘s In-App Purchasing (IAP) SDK with Coda’s global web store platform, allowing developers to manage their digital catalogs across mobile, web, and PC through Unity’s existing IAP workflow. The integration enables developers to launch branded web stores with minimal code changes while using the same product management and purchasing […] -
Business NewsPrudential Selects Sir Douglas Flint as Next Chairman
Prudential has appointed Sir Douglas Flint as a non-executive director and chair designate, effective March and subject to regulatory approval, the company said in a statement. Flint will also join Prudential’s Nomination & Governance Committee and Remuneration Committee. He will succeed Shriti Vadera, who will retire as board chair after six years of service. Flint […] -
Business NewsSun Life Appoints Frankie Leung as Chief Agency Officer for Asia
Sun Life has appointed Frankie Leung as Chief Agency Officer for Asia, effective March 16, according to a company statement. Based in Hong Kong, Leung will be responsible for the company’s agency business across Asia, including agency recruitment, activation, compensation, training and development, and advisor recognition. He will report to David Broom, Chief Client and […] -
Business NewsState Street Makes Minority Investment in Indian Fintech Groww AMC
State Street Investment Management has made a strategic minority investment in Groww Asset Management (Groww AMC), subject to regulatory approval. Groww AMC is the asset management arm of Billionbrains Garage Ventures, which operates the Indian digital investment platform Groww. The investment aligns with State Street Investment Management’s focus on expanding access to investment products and […] -
Business NewsFrom Gold Mine to Gold Token: How This Firm Is Re-Engineering a 5,000-Year-Old Asset for the Digital Age
As asset tokenisation reshapes global finance, a NASDAQ-listed gold miner is making an unexpected entrepreneurial pivot—bridging old-world mining with next-generation fintech. -
Business NewsThis Dubai-Based Surgeon Named as UAE’s Only Female Assessor at EIAC
Dr. Saba Al Marush’s role in advancing healthcare standards and the representation of women in surgery is highly significant.By will jones -
Business NewsKKR Raises USD 2.5 Bn for Asia-Focused Private Credit Investments
Through ACOF II, KKR’s Asia Credit platform has already signed 10 investments, representing USD 1.9 billion in commitments from KKR. -
Business NewsChoco Up Appoints New Leaders in Strategy, Risk, and Australia Operations
New roles focus on corporate planning, risk oversight, and Australia operation -
Business NewsOPEC Fund Strengthens Partnership with African Development Bank During Côte d’Ivoire Mission
Institutions have co-financed 120 projects across Africa with US$1.5 billion over nearly five decades -
Business NewsMaxim Malaysia Reflects on Year of Transformation, Sets Sights on Expansion for 2026
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Business NewsGlico Asia Pacific Appoints Bites as Microlearning Partner for Regional Upskilling
Partnership to support critical thinking and digital literacy development across six Southeast Asian markets -
Business NewsMBI Endorses Blockchain-Based Age Verification Solution for Social Media Platforms
Privacy-preserving approach helps platforms confirm age eligibility with minimal personal data -
Business NewsGrab Acquires Chinese AI Robotics Startup Infermove
The deal brings Grab into closer engagement with robotics technologies designed for first-mile and last-mile delivery operations across its mobility and delivery ecosystem. -
Business NewsA Vision for Permanence
Cultural steward and philanthropist Mareta Gevorkyan champions development that honors dignity, culture, and community across Armenia. -
Business NewsHow Smart Entrepreneurs Are Cutting Product Photography Costs by 80% With AI
A new wave of AI-powered tools is changing the game. Forward-thinking business owners are now using solutions like Nano Banana to create professional-grade product imagery at a fraction of the traditional cost—and they’re seeing real results. -
TechnologyStoreHub’s Head of Human + AI Performance On DealsClub And Building AI-First Culture
Alan Cheah tells Entrepreneur Media APAC the functions of DealsClub and touching on AI-first transformation and the impact StoreHub is driving within the Malaysian SME ecosystem.By Reta Lee -
Business NewsAudi Revolut F1 Team Reveals Official Name, Logo and Berlin Launch Date
Immersive launch inviting fans to experience the Audi Revolut F1 Team race livery.By Reta Lee -
Business NewsFiction Profits Academy: Turning Burnout Into a Creative Way to Earn Income
While many 9-to-5 jobs are practical given their moderate pay and reasonable stability, professionals in these roles can feel undervalued and feel that their work is less meaningful than it could be. -
TechnologyCareer Advancement Pathways Across the Cyber Security Sector
Cybersecurity has become one of the fastest-growing sectors within the global IT industry, offering fast-paced, well-paid roles focused on protecting your company from cyber attacks. -
Business NewsBBVA Leads USD 30 Mn Series A Funding in Trade Finance Platform Olea Global
Other participants included XDC Network, theDOCK and existing shareholder SC Ventures, the venture building arm of Standard Chartered Bank. -
Women EntrepreneurFrom Bangkok to Gurugram: How Nara Thai’s Founders Are Scaling Authenticity Across Borders
On a warm evening in Gurugram, as diners lean into the familiar perfume of lemongrass, galangal and kaffir lime, something rare is unfolding. This is not just another global restaurant brand entering India’s crowded premium dining market. It is a 21-year-old Thai institution making a deliberate, values-led entry into North India—without diluting the very thing that made it successful. -
Business NewsKuailu Tech Launches Advanced AI-CRM Upgrade to Accelerate Digital Transformation for Manufacturing SMEs Across Southeast Asia
The enhanced platform targets core challenges faced by manufacturers in Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.By Reta Lee