India tech titans caught snoozing by AI Tech in Asia By:Scott Shuey 15 February 2026 at 13:30 Indiaβs tech sell-off is a sobering reality check. Meanwhile, a former Anthropic researcher is warning that AI risks are accelerating.
20 largest exits in Korea Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 15 February 2026 at 13:00 Here's our regularly updated list of the country's biggest startup exits.
China turns to liquid cooling as AI data centers overheat Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 15 February 2026 at 12:51 The surge is linked to the growth of AI data centers where higher power densities require more efficient cooling methods.
Uber to expand food delivery to 7 more European countries Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 15 February 2026 at 12:24 The company intends to launch in markets including the Czech Republic, Greece, Romania, Austria, Denmark, Finland, and Norway.
Japanβs top-funded tech companies in the last decade Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 15 February 2026 at 11:00 Our automated tracker can help you keep an eye on the funding activities of Japan's tech firms as they close in on the billion-dollar mark.
India plans $175b AI data city in Andhra Pradesh Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 15 February 2026 at 10:15 The city is being positioned as a hub for AI infrastructure and submarine internet cables linking India to Singapore.
ByteDance seeks $6b sale of game studio Moonton: sources Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 15 February 2026 at 09:54 The sale marks ByteDanceβs potential exit from its gaming business, which it began restructuring in 2023.
A list of fundraising startups from Asia and beyond (Updated) Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 15 February 2026 at 08:00 Fundraising is hard. To make things slightly easier, we've compiled this list of fundraising startups for our subscribers.
US SaaS stocks slide on AI fears as China tech shares hold firm Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 15 February 2026 at 06:03 With China viewing AI as a tool for societal progress and Western markets focusing more on job and social risks.
Vietnam approves SpaceXβs Starlink satellite internet service Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 15 February 2026 at 05:53 The move follows Vietnam's earlier indication that it would allow Starlink to conduct a trial in the country.
China probes Alibaba, major platforms over pricing practices Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 15 February 2026 at 05:49 The State Administration for Market Regulation advised these firms to eliminate βinvolution-styleβ competition.
India approves $1.1b VC fund for deep tech startups Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 15 February 2026 at 05:32 Indiaβs startup ecosystem has grown significantly, with over 200,000 startups registered in 2025.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang skips India AI summit Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 15 February 2026 at 05:23 Huang was initially expected to speak at the summit and address the media in New Delhi on February 18.
A cheat sheet of M&As in India Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 15 February 2026 at 04:00 Need to get up to speed with India's M&A scene? This oneβs for you.
These are the most active investors in Thailandβs startups Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 14 February 2026 at 15:00 Which investors are writing the most checks to Thailand-based startups?
Biotech wins hearts β and funding Tech in Asia By:Stefanie Yeo 14 February 2026 at 13:30 Firmus, Regend, GCash, and more raised funds this week.
20 largest exits in Japan Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 14 February 2026 at 13:00 Here's our regularly updated list of the country's biggest startup exits.
ByteDance launches Doubao 2.0 as China AI race heats up Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 14 February 2026 at 12:36 ByteDanceβs move reflects increased competition among domestic AI developers.
Airbnb to roll out LLM features for search, trip planning Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 14 February 2026 at 12:21 The company aims to enhance search, trip planning, and host management tools.
OpenAI to retire five legacy ChatGPT models, incl GPT-4o Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 14 February 2026 at 12:07 The company had planned to retire GPT-4o in August after launching GPT-5 but kept it available for paid users due to user feedback.
Nvidia under pressure as Arista Networks shifts to AMD Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 14 February 2026 at 11:57 Arista provides Ethernet switching technology used in AI infrastructure.
China AI firms rush Lunar New Year model launches Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 14 February 2026 at 11:08 ByteDance released Seedance 2.0, a video-generation AI capable of creating cinematic videos from prompts.
Indiaβs top-funded tech companies in the last decade Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 14 February 2026 at 11:00 Which Indian tech players are on the rise? Our automated tracker spotlights their investment hauls in the last 10 years.
ByteDance Seedance 2.0 sparks Hollywood copyright outcry Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 14 February 2026 at 10:34 The Motion Picture Association (MPA) called for the platform to cease its infringing activities, citing concerns over copyright violations.
S Koreaβs Gentle Monster teams with Google on AI glasses Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 14 February 2026 at 10:06 Gentle Monsterβs partnership with Google marks a shift into lifestyle tech, expanding its presence beyond traditional eyewear.
Chinaβs startup funding, as explained in charts Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 14 February 2026 at 08:00 Knowing where the money flows matters. Check out the current fundraising landscape in China.
Chinaβs Unitree Robotics sees embodied AI 100x funding Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 14 February 2026 at 06:37 Scalable applications of embodied AI in the coming years could increase interest.
Mapping the players sweeping Koreaβs cleantech space Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 14 February 2026 at 06:00 Mapping Koreaβs cleantech sector: Key players, top investors, and funding insights in one report.
Chinaβs Meituan sees up to $3.5b loss in 2025 Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 14 February 2026 at 05:38 Meituan has launched its Keeta food delivery platform in Brazil and Saudi Arabia as part of international expansion.
Top exporters near 40% of South Koreaβs exports on chip boom Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 14 February 2026 at 05:30 Major chipmakers, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, contributed significantly to export growth amid an AI industry upcycle.
Microsoft, Ericsson launch tech alliance on digital sovereignty Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 14 February 2026 at 05:20 Members will self-attest to adherence and undergo independent assessments to ensure compliance with the principles.
50 rising AI startups in Asia Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 14 February 2026 at 04:00 These AI startups have a shot at becoming the next big thing.
Japanβs SBI to acquire Coinhako Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 13 February 2026 at 18:27 The transaction involves providing investment capital and purchasing shares from existing shareholders.
These are the most active investors in Malaysiaβs startups Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 February 2026 at 15:00 Which investors are writing the most checks to Malaysia-based startups?
ββThe latest on Aspire and Grab Tech in Asia By:Melissa Goh 13 February 2026 at 13:30 Aspire courts more startups via Antler. Grab, meanwhile, makes a move beyond Southeast Asia.
South Korean police lose 22 seized bitcoins from storage Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 February 2026 at 13:12 The bitcoins were surrendered to Seoulβs Gangnam Police during an investigation in November 2021.
Taiwan study finds 80% of startups focus on AI, big data Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 25 January 2026 at 11:03 Over 80 percent of surveyed startups are involved in AI-related activities.
Series SEA: Whoβs investing in the regionβs health startups? Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 25 January 2026 at 11:00 We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asiaβs health startups.
Xiaomi SU7 overtakes Tesla Model 3 as Chinaβs top premium EV Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 25 January 2026 at 09:53 The Xiaomi SU7, launched in March 2024, features advance digital and autonomous system.
South Korea denies bias in Coupang investigation Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 25 January 2026 at 09:18 Prime minister Kim Min-seok clarified that the Korean government has not discriminated against US firms, including Coupang
Meta sued over WhatsApp encryption privacy claims Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 25 January 2026 at 07:43 The plaintiffs claim that Metaβs privacy claims are misleading and that workers can access user messages.
Tesla makes autopilot upgrades subscription-only Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 25 January 2026 at 07:16 Tesla has stopped offering Autopilot and Enhanced Autopilot as standalone options and now requires the full self-driving (FSD) subscription.
Muskβs $1t Tesla pay plan reignites CEO pay debate Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 25 January 2026 at 07:06 His new package is tied to stock awards and company milestones, with potential payouts over the next decade.
Nvidia CEO visits China as H200 chip faces customs uncertainty Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 25 January 2026 at 06:33 The company is awaiting approval from Beijing to sell its H200 AI chip in China after the US authorized the sale.
Indonesiaβs Sociolla opens first store in Papua Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 25 January 2026 at 06:12 Sociolla continues to expand amid increasing competition from brands such as BeautyHaul and The Colorist.
TikTok may allow precise GPS data collection in the US Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 25 January 2026 at 06:05 The move comes amid ongoing US concerns over data security and efforts to enforce a ban on TikTok.
Whoβs investing in Indiaβs SaaS startups? Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 25 January 2026 at 06:00 We've compiled a list of investors pouring money into Indiaβs SaaS startups.
Hot or not: What SEA investors are betting on and what theyβre ignoring Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 25 January 2026 at 04:00 VC funding can be a leading indicator of where in the tech industry weβre going to see more spending and jobs.
Singapore to invest $786m in public AI research by 2030 Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 24 January 2026 at 18:57 Previous government initiatives include around a US$393 million fund allocated to AI Singapore for research and development.
Mapping the trailblazing startups in Australiaβs AI sector Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 24 January 2026 at 15:00 Mapping Australia's AI sector: Key players, top investors, and funding insights in one report.
See you, space cowboy⦠Tech in Asia By:Stefanie Yeo 24 January 2026 at 13:30 Gilmour Space Technologies, Uni-Ubi, Emergent, and more companies raised funds this week.
These are the most active investors in Vietnamβs startups Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 24 January 2026 at 13:00 Which investors are writing the most checks to Vietnam-based startups?
Indiaβs Urban Company eyes FY28 break-even Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 24 January 2026 at 12:32 The company plans to accelerate the delivery speed of categories such as cleaning, plumbing, and beauty services.
AI startup Recursive targets $4b valuation Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 24 January 2026 at 12:04 Recursiveβs goal is to create AI that can improve itself over time without human feedback.
Construction tech firm EquipmentShare jumps 16% in Nasdaq debut Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 24 January 2026 at 11:53 EquipmentShare's T3 software links workers, machinery, and materials at construction sites.
Zhipu AI caps GLM coding plan sign-ups after demand surge Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 24 January 2026 at 11:05 The restrictions cap new user sign-ups at 20% of existing levels to prioritize current users amid a computing capacity crunch.
Series SEA: Whoβs investing in the regionβs biotech startups? Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 24 January 2026 at 11:00 We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asiaβs biotech startups.
Lenovo to embed AI from global developers in devices Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 24 January 2026 at 10:20 The company aims to equip its products, from PCs to smartphones and wearables, with AI technology.
US probes Waymo robotaxis over school bus safety incidents Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 24 January 2026 at 08:44 Waymo said no collisions occurred and said its system is designed to operate safely around school buses.
Tencent seeks takedown of WeChat data export tools on GitHub Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 24 January 2026 at 08:39 Some projects used reverse engineering to bypass WeChatβs encryption, risking user privacy.
US smart eyewear startup Solos sues Meta, Oakley over patents Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 24 January 2026 at 08:32 The lawsuit primarily targets the Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 1.
Trip.com under China antitrust probe over algorithms, pricing Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 24 January 2026 at 08:07 The probe follows complaints from industry groups and businesses about unfair exclusivity clauses.
The 50 top-funded greentech companies in Asia Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 24 January 2026 at 08:00 These cleantech companies in Asia have attracted tons of investors and have the resources to spend on assets, talent, and expansion.
Databricks secures $1.8b financing, lifts total debt to $7.1b Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 24 January 2026 at 07:32 he company previously raised over US$5 billion in debt to cover tax costs tied to employee stock sales.
TikTok names Adam Presser CEO of US data security venture Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 24 January 2026 at 07:03 Presser oversees US user data protection, content moderation, and business growth for TikTok and other ByteDance apps in the US.
Meta halts teen access to AI chatbots worldwide Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 24 January 2026 at 06:50 Teens will no longer be able to access AI characters until the new experience is ready.
Nvidia board member Persis Drell steps down after a decade Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 24 January 2026 at 06:43 Drell, a Stanford engineering professor, stepped down to pursue a new professional opportunity.
Mapping the trailblazers in Koreaβs health sector Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 23 January 2026 at 15:00 Mapping Korea's health sector: Key players, top investors, and funding insights in one report.
JP Morgan buys Sri Lankan fintech startup WealthOS Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 23 January 2026 at 13:45 WealthOS was founded in 2019 and built in the UK, providing software for digital wealth management.
The outcome-first AI bet Tech in Asia By:Glenn Kaonang 23 January 2026 at 13:30 Todayβs issue dives into Level3AIβs unique approach to building customer support agents for enterprises and the shift in Vietnamβs IPO expectations.
No deck, no memo: How Essence VC raised a fund Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 23 January 2026 at 13:30 Deep expertise in infrastructure allowed Timothy Chen to skip the fundraising tour. He raised Essence VC using his reputation instead of a pitch deck.
Glasswall: The things anonymous founders say about VCs Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 10 January 2026 at 06:00 Check out the recent anonymous reviews for these VC firms.