These are the most active investors in Malaysiaβs startups Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 December 2025 at 15:00 Which investors are writing the most checks to Malaysia-based startups?
AI takes the backseat, for a change Tech in Asia By:Stefanie Yeo 13 December 2025 at 13:30 Airwallex, D3 Bio, Duve, and more raised funds this week.
20 largest exits in Indonesia Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 December 2025 at 13:00 Here's our regularly updated list of the biggest startup exits in Indonesia.
Chinaβs top-funded tech companies in the last decade Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 December 2025 at 11:00 Which Chinese tech firm will become the next big thing? Our funding tracker might give you a hint.
Mapping the players dominating Chinaβs cleantech space Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 December 2025 at 08:00 Mapping Chinaβs cleantech sector: Key players, top investors, and funding insights in one report.
Mapping the AI startups making waves in Japan Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 December 2025 at 06:00 Mapping Japan's AI sector: Key players, top investors, and funding insights in one report.
Google assets worth $129m frozen in France over Russia case Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 December 2025 at 05:47 The freeze is temporary, and legal proceedings for formal recognition and enforcement must begin within a month, or it will lapse.
Alipay, Rokid open smart glasses βlook-and-payβ to developers Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 13 December 2025 at 04:47 The look-and-pay feature was previously expanded to other smart glasses brands, including Xiaomi and RayNeo.
Asia-Pacific tech deals set to stay strong into 2026: UBS Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 December 2025 at 04:41 Unlike the US, where investments have focused on AI and high valuations, Asia has seen deals spread across a wider range of tech sectors.
X said to post $752m Q3 revenue, up 17% YoY Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 13 December 2025 at 04:38 Despite higher sales, X posted a net loss of US$577.4 million in Q3, driven by restructuring costs.
SpaceX IPO faces uncertainty over Muskβs Mars plans Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 13 December 2025 at 04:34 The company is valued at over US$180 billion after a recent tender offer.
Reliance Retail plans 2028 IPO with expansion, debt cut Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 December 2025 at 04:30 It is also increasing its presence in the quick commerce sector by converting grocery stores in major cities into dark stores.
Intel said to in $1.6b talks to buy US AI chip startup SambaNova Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 December 2025 at 04:25 SambaNova, founded in 2017 by Stanford professors, designs custom AI chips and was valued at US$5 billion in a 2021 funding round.
Nvidia reportedly to boost H200 AI chip supply for China Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 December 2025 at 04:12 The H200, produced by Taiwan's TSMC, is Nvidia's second-fastest AI chip.
Geely opens $284m automotive safety testing center in China Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 13 December 2025 at 04:07 Geely claims the centre has set five Guinness World Records, including the largest automotive safety laboratory.
Pony.ai partners with third parties to expand robotaxi fleet Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 13 December 2025 at 04:03 Pony.ai posted Q3 revenue of US$25.4 million, up 72% year-on-year, while its net loss widened about 40% to US$61.6 million.
Coinbase said to launch prediction market, rivals Robinhood Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 13 December 2025 at 04:01 The move comes as Coinbase looks to expand beyond digital assets amid cooling investor sentiment in the crypto market.
The hidden alliances between Indiaβs VCs, uncovered Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 13 December 2025 at 04:00 Using deal data in the past two years, we've visualized an intricate web of relationships among Indiaβs VCs.
Indian IT giants to deploy over 200,000 Microsoft Copilot licenses Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 13 December 2025 at 03:58 This follows Microsoftβs plan to invest US$17.5 billion in cloud and AI infrastructure in India over the next four years.
Global EV sales see slowest growth on China, US policy changes Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 13:50 In November 2025, global EV sales reached just under 2 million units, marking a 6% increase.
The eSIM playbook is being rewritten Tech in Asia By:Melissa Goh 12 December 2025 at 13:30 Firsty challenges eSIM incumbents, a travel tech firm keeps its momentum, and we look at Meeshoβs IPO in light of Amazonβs US$35 billion India push.
Japanβs largest banks to lend $13.7b to chipmaker Rapidus Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 13:13 This would be Rapidusβ first major private-sector loan, with details still under discussion.
Chinese robotics firm Galbot reportedly eyes Hong Kong IPO Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 12 December 2025 at 13:04 Galbot may seek a valuation of between US$3 billion and US$4 billion in the IPO, one source said.
20 largest exits in India Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 12 December 2025 at 13:00 Here's our regularly updated list of the biggest startup exits in India.
Foxconn to build $510m new HQ in southern Taiwan Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 12 December 2025 at 12:43 The facility will include commercial and office space as well as a residential tower, with construction set to begin in 2027.
Spanish bank BBVA, OpenAI partner on AI for customers, staff Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 12 December 2025 at 12:37 BBVA will expand the use of ChatGPT Enterprise to all 120,000 of its employees, after an initial trial with 11,000 staff.
How Japan became the unexpected help for SEA startups Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 12 December 2025 at 12:15 As startup valuations reset across the region, Japanese corporates are seizing the chance to build sticky partnerships that go beyond financial gain.
Over 2,300 people join lawsuit against Coupang Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 12 December 2025 at 12:14 Most applicants for the lawsuit are Korean nationals with US citizenship, local residents, and consumers in South Korea.
Indonesiaβs finance ministry to invest $2.7m in AI customs system Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 12 December 2025 at 12:06 Trade AI aims to improve import analysis and detect under-invoicing, over-invoicing, and potential money laundering tied to trade.
Capital A, StanChart to explore ringgit stablecoin Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 12 December 2025 at 11:56 Standard Chartered Malaysia would act as the issuer, while Capital A may pilot possible wholesale use cases.
Google to build subsea cables in Papua New Guinea Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 11:52 The $120 million project will enhance digital infrastructure and reduce reliance on single points of failure.
Commerce Secretary says TSMCβs US investment may top $200b Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 11:46 Lutnick believes TSMC's total investment could rise to over US$200 billion, but did not provide evidence for this estimate.
Indonesiaβs top-funded tech companies in the last decade Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 12 December 2025 at 11:00 Which companies in the country are getting the lionβs share of investments? This automated tracker will help you stay up to date.
Masayoshi Son cuts pledged SoftBank shares by $2.1b Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 12 December 2025 at 10:57 Son lowered his pledged shares by 19.4 million to about 154.2 million, with roughly 31% of his holdings now used as collateral.
Google Korea names ex-Apple chief as new managing director Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 12 December 2025 at 10:46 He previously led Apple Korea from April 2018 to January 2022 and has held roles at Samsung Electronics and Microsoft.
Sam Altman-backed ID app World adds crypto, chat features Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 12 December 2025 at 10:26 World's app now includes a messenger with color-coded speech bubbles to indicate user verification status.
Interstellar dreams awaken Tech in Asia By:Winston Zhang 29 November 2025 at 13:30 Reprogenix, Roojai, Opti, and more raised funds this week.
Micron reportedly plans $9.6b investment in Japan plant Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 29 November 2025 at 12:20 The US-based chipmaker aims to boost production of memory chips used for AI applications, the report said.
Tesla self-driving launch raises market pressure on Hyundai, Kia Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 29 November 2025 at 12:02 Teslaβs Model Y was the top-selling imported car in Korea in the first 10 months of 2025, with 30,800 units sold.
AI may automate 57% of US work hours, McKinsey says Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 29 November 2025 at 11:36 McKinsey notes that roles requiring social and emotional intelligence, such as teaching, nursing, and sales, are especially resistant to automation.
OpenAI bring ChatGPT to flight search with Australian airline Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 29 November 2025 at 11:32 Virgin Australia is exploring how customers can describe their travel needs and receive relevant flight recommendations through AI-powered chat.
Charting Asiaβs M&As: When do startups usually make an exit? Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 29 November 2025 at 11:00 Tech in Asiaβs data analyzes M&A deals in Asia - which stage most startups exited, how much was raised, and more.
50 rising greentech startups in Asia Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 29 November 2025 at 08:00 These greentech startups have a shot at becoming the next big thing.
Whoβs investing in Indiaβs health startups? Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 29 November 2025 at 06:00 We've compiled a list of investors pouring money into Indiaβs health startups.
UK, Saudi firms open first humanoid robotics showroom in Riyadh Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 29 November 2025 at 05:53 The companies have set up a pre-order framework for up to 10,000 humanoid units over five years.
S Korea to invest $191m in next-gen battery tech Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 29 November 2025 at 05:48 The government aims to strengthen the competitiveness of its secondary battery industry amid rising global competition, particularly from China.
Adani to invest $5b in Google AI data hub in India Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 29 November 2025 at 05:45 Last month, Adani partnered with Alphabet through AdaniConneX to build what it says will be India's largest AI data center campus.
Google withdraws EU antitrust complaint against Microsoft Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 29 November 2025 at 05:36 Last year, Google accused Microsoft of anti-competitive tactics that allegedly locked customers into its Azure cloud platform.
AI boom lifts Taiwanβs 2025 growth forecast to 7.4% Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 29 November 2025 at 05:34 Analysts said the revised projections reflect the AI-driven export boom but warned of uncertainties from global policy shifts and market volatility.
Amazon, Flipkart move into consumer lending in India Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 29 November 2025 at 05:33 Both Amazon and Flipkart rank among the top 10 platforms for payments via Indiaβs Unified Payments Interface.
The hidden alliances between Southeast Asiaβs VCs, uncovered Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 29 November 2025 at 04:00 We've visualized an intricate web of relationships among Southeast Asiaβs VCs, using deal data in the past two years.
GG after GG for SGβs gaming titans Tech in Asia By:Miguel Cordon 28 November 2025 at 13:30 Hereβs a look at how the Singapore entities of Hoyoverse, Riot Games, and Tencent generate billions, plus Visaβs take on the future of shopping.
These are the most active investors in Southeast Asiaβs startups Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 28 November 2025 at 13:00 Which investors are writing the most checks to Southeast Asian startups?
Apple tells EU it meets Digital Market Act thresholds Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 28 November 2025 at 12:31 The Digital Markets Act aims to regulate large digital platforms operating in the European Union.
Nvidia CEO says company leads AI chip market despite competition Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 28 November 2025 at 12:22 He noted that Google could become a rival if Meta buys billions of dollars in tensor processing units (TPUs) from Google.
DeepSeek unveils AI self-verifying math reasoning model Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 28 November 2025 at 12:05 DeepSeek said the self-verifying approach is intended to ensure both correct answers and sound reasoning.
Outliers VC leads $6m seed round for Saudi deeptech startup Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 28 November 2025 at 11:43 Founded in 2025, Strataphy said it will use the funding to enhance its technology and expand its engineering and operations teams.
Founders Fund leads $11.7m series A for Saudi proptech firm Mnzil Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 28 November 2025 at 11:37 Founded in 2024, Mnzil operates across more than 13 cities in Saudi Arabia, serving over 100 clients.
Japan plans $1.6b extra budget to support AI, chip industries Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 28 November 2025 at 11:36 The amount is lower than last yearβs US$9.59 billion supplementary budget, as the government shifts toward regular budget funding for these sectors.
Sequoia-backed Chinese wearable tech firm Hypershell nets $70m Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 28 November 2025 at 11:32 Founded in 2021, Hypershell develops wearable exoskeleton devices and has shipped products to over 70 countries.
Saudi fintech firm Erad secures $125m credit facility Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 28 November 2025 at 11:32 Erad said the funds are intended for deployment through CMA-licensed direct financing funds managed by Erad Partners Capital.
Baidu expands AI chip business as US Nvidia limits persist Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 28 November 2025 at 11:20 Baidu uses a mix of its own chips and Nvidia products, and this month shared a five-year plan for Kunlun AI chips.
MAS, Bank of Japan extend currency swap to support cross-border Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 28 November 2025 at 11:01 The agreement allows both central banks to exchange up to S$15 billion or Β₯1.1 trillion in local currencies.
Loyalty app Yuu grows partners tenfold, lifts revenue 30% in FY25 Tech in Asia By:Miguel Cordon 28 November 2025 at 11:00 For Temasek-backed Yuu, tech spending has surpassed its staff costs. Now, itβs slashed its net losses while keeping revenue up.
20 largest exits in SEA Tech in Asia By:Aya Lin 28 November 2025 at 11:00 Here's our regularly updated list of the region's biggest startup exits.
Bitget launches new AI trading avatars for crypto traders Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 28 November 2025 at 10:55 The six AI avatars on Bitget represent various trading strategies, from hedging to momentum.
Philippinesβ tokenized assets could reach $60b by 2030: PDAX report Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 28 November 2025 at 10:48 The report estimates growth across government bonds, equities, mutual funds, and other investment products using blockchain technology.
SK hynix tops global memory chip market in Q3 2025: report Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 28 November 2025 at 10:23 This marked its third consecutive quarter in the lead, despite a 5.3 percentage-point drop from the previous quarter.
Banks reportedly in talks to fund $48b for OpenAI data centers Tech in Asia By:Minh Le 28 November 2025 at 10:07 The funding would go to Oracle and Vantage, a data center builder, to expand infrastructure for the AI company.
Alibaba, DeepSeek defend Chinaβs βmisunderstoodβ AI rules Tech in Asia By:Aiko Gao Ishida 28 November 2025 at 09:55 The authors note that China has yet to introduce a national AI law, although proposals outlining liability for AI misuse have been circulated.
Meituan set for first loss since 2022 as delivery price war heats up Tech in Asia By:Grace Priscilla Teo 28 November 2025 at 09:47 Meituanβs stock is down over 30% this year, making it the worst performer on the Hang Seng Tech Index.
70% of Indonesians face digital scam threats: Dutch Queen MΓ‘xima Tech in Asia By:Diya Lal 28 November 2025 at 09:35 She also called for daily public education on scam tactics, and highlighted the effectiveness of real-time fraud alerts at the point of payment.