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OCBC AI veteran Donald MacDonald launches advisory firm
Data Analytics

OCBC AI veteran Donald MacDonald launches advisory firm

OCBC AI veteran Donald MacDonald leaves after 22 years to launch Colourcode.AI, advising boards and leaders on AI strategy and governance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Dec 2025
Agentic AI to reshape Southeast Asian businesses by 2026
Customer Experience

Agentic AI to reshape Southeast Asian businesses by 2026

Agentic AI, featuring localised language models, will transform Southeast Asian businesses by 2026, enhancing customer engagement and operational workflows.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Etaily secures SMBC-led funding to fuel Southeast Asia growth
eCommerce

Etaily secures SMBC-led funding to fuel Southeast Asia growth

Etaily secures over USD $24 million in SMBC-led funding to boost social commerce growth and regional expansion across Southeast Asia.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
StarHub & NeutraDC launch quantum-safe links for data across SEA
Data Protection

StarHub & NeutraDC launch quantum-safe links for data across SEA

StarHub and NeutraDC have partnered to launch quantum-safe, low-latency data links between Singapore and Indonesia, enhancing security for cross-border enterprise data.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
Digital Realty & BW Digital boost Singapore-Batam data links
Digital Transformation

Digital Realty & BW Digital boost Singapore-Batam data links

Digital Realty and BW Digital have partnered to link Singapore and Batam with a high-speed submarine cable, boosting data centre connectivity and AI infrastructure growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
Netskope partners with PT Securite Asia to boost Indonesian cybersecurity
Firewalls

Netskope partners with PT Securite Asia to boost Indonesian cybersecurity

Netskope has partnered with PT Securite Asia Indonesia to enhance cybersecurity services for organisations across Indonesia, focusing on finance and government sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Atome & SEAOIL offer PHP ₱5.00 fuel discount at 300 stations
Partners

Atome & SEAOIL offer PHP ₱5.00 fuel discount at 300 stations

Atome Philippines partners with SEAOIL to offer Atome Card users a PHP ₱5.00 per litre fuel discount at over 300 stations nationwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Fanclip launches to unify Southeast Asia's USD $55 billion creator market
Marketing Technologies

Fanclip launches to unify Southeast Asia's USD $55 billion creator market

Fanclip launches in Southeast Asia to unify the region's USD $55 billion creator market with a platform for creators, brands, agencies, and buyers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
AI Singapore & Alibaba unveil regional model for 1,200 languages
Large Language Models

AI Singapore & Alibaba unveil regional model for 1,200 languages

AI Singapore and Alibaba launch Qwen-SEA-LION-v4, a large language model supporting 1,200 Southeast Asian languages to boost regional AI inclusivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Synology's Thachawan Chinchanakarn on 2025 risks
Virtualisation

Exclusive: Synology's Thachawan Chinchanakarn on 2025 risks

Nearly 90% of Southeast Asian firms invest in digital transformation, yet many face cyber risks and data management challenges amid budget and expertise gaps.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
Telecoms face rising AI trust, cyber & talent shortage risks
Digital Transformation

Telecoms face rising AI trust, cyber & talent shortage risks

Telecom firms face rising risks in AI trust, cybersecurity, talent shortages and geopolitical shifts, challenging their digital transformation and customer confidence.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
BW Digital unveils Batam-Singapore data centre & cable plans
Digital Transformation

BW Digital unveils Batam-Singapore data centre & cable plans

BW Digital is building a 144MW AI-ready data centre and a subsea cable linking Batam and Singapore, boosting connectivity and sustainability in Southeast Asia.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Kintone sales surge 36% to USD $65.8 million amid AI-driven growth
Software-as-a-Service

Kintone sales surge 36% to USD $65.8 million amid AI-driven growth

Kintone's sales rose 36% to USD $65.8 million in H1 2025, boosted by AI-driven tools and rising adoption in Japan and Southeast Asia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
HID unveils facial recognition readers to secure smart buildings
Data Protection

HID unveils facial recognition readers to secure smart buildings

HID has launched Amico facial recognition readers for smart buildings in Southeast Asia, enhancing secure, contactless access with digital identity integration.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

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2026 Predictions: Marketing and ad trends across APAC
Marketing Technologies

2026 Predictions: Marketing and ad trends across APAC

In 2026, APAC's ad scene will focus on smarter multi-screen measurement, AI-driven campaign optimisation, and growing importance of Connected TV's home screen.

By Nexxen • 7 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - The promise and the peril
DevOps

Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity - The promise and the peril

AI is set to transform Southeast Asia's economy by 2030, but rising AI-powered cyber-attacks demand continuous, adaptive security solutions.

By Kevin Gallerin • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
LabelBlind secures USD $500,000 to boost global food labelling
Software-as-a-Service

LabelBlind secures USD $500,000 to boost global food labelling

LabelBlind raises USD $500,000 seed funding to expand its AI-driven food labelling platform across 30+ global markets, speeding compliance and exports.

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

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