Multiplier raises USD $35 million to buy specialist firms
The fresh capital will fund more acquisitions as the Singapore-based group uses AI to help specialist firms serve more clients without cutting staff.
Apple Pay launches in the Philippines for shoppers
Shoppers in the Philippines now have access to Apple's contactless payment service across stores, apps and websites, with banks and merchants on board.
Asia Pacific data centre pipeline hits record 26.5GW
Power shortages are steering new builds towards emerging markets as Asia Pacific's data centre pipeline climbs to a record 26.5GW.
GFF AI launches in Singapore with enterprise intelligence
The launch targets regulated industries seeking tighter control over data, governance and AI spend as firms shift from pilots to core operations.
Wise links directly to PayNet for DuitNow QR in Malaysia
Customers in Malaysia can now pay with DuitNow QR in the Wise app, as the fintech gains direct access to the national payments network.
Singapore ransomware attacks aided by AI, Proofpoint finds
In Singapore, 68% of ransomware-hit organisations said AI made attacks more effective, as phishing and impersonation drove most incidents.
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Cleanverse launches Labs & ClevrGo for verified finance
TBC Uzbekistan launches digital car loans in pilot mode
Hyundai Card launches Alphabet Card for younger spenders
HDBank & TerraPay launch real-time Vietnam payments
Asia's agentic AI in banking: Trusted data will decide who wins
QuikBot names Howie Lau as Board Adviser for strategy
The Singapore startup is seeking stronger public-sector and industry links as it pushes its autonomous delivery software into buildings and logistics.
UC Berkeley SkyDeck names Cole Harry Japan Program Manager
The expansion will deepen Berkeley's ties with Japanese universities and government bodies as it scales bootcamps and founder exchange programmes.
Google Cloud names new country heads in Indonesia & Thailand
The appointments bolster Google Cloud's push for AI and cloud growth in Southeast Asia, as competition intensifies across key markets.
Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer
The appointment underscores Red Alpha's push to train workers who can bridge AI, operations and business needs as demand for hybrid talent grows.
QBE names Andy Tsui to lead Hong Kong underwriting
The insurer is expanding its regional push into employer risk cover as Tsui takes on underwriting and People Risk roles from 1 June 2026.