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Indonesian fashion brand Buttonscarves opens store in SG

2025-10-27 10:16:24                techinasia.com

The new outlet is located at Basement 1 of the airport complex, which draws more than 80 million international visitors annually.

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From IP to IPO: How Mirxes’ IP strategy set it up for success

2025-10-27 10:00:26                techinasia.com

Knowledge is the most valuable asset for a biotech firm. Mirxes leveraged a variety of approaches to protect its expertise.

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Carro expands Down Under

2025-10-27 09:30:46                techinasia.com

Carro accelerates ahead of a potential IPO, a Temasek-backed startup faces headwinds, and Grab’s driverless vision hits the gas.

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Ant Group files ‘AntCoin’ trademark in Hong Kong

2025-10-27 09:23:34                techinasia.com

The trademark application for 'AntCoin' covers services like digital asset custody and loyalty rewards.

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Amazon to invest over $1.5b in Netherlands

2025-10-27 09:15:03                techinasia.com

Since launching in 2020, Amazon has employed over 1,000 people in the Netherlands.

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Dutch fintech firm Bunq gets US broker-dealer approval

2025-10-27 09:10:59                techinasia.com

Founded in 2012, Bunq is a fintech company based in Amsterdam providing digital banking services.

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These are the most active investors in Hong Kong’s startups

2025-10-27 09:00:00                techinasia.com

Which investors are writing the most checks to Hong Kong's startups?

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Japan, US investors back Israeli blockchain firm Fhenix

2025-10-27 08:32:10                techinasia.com

The investment will support Fhenix’s entry into Japan’s Web3 and fintech markets, including potential partnerships with local financial institutions.

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Trump may sign TikTok US deal on October 30

2025-10-27 07:38:43                techinasia.com

Trump thinks the US and China could come away with a trade deal as he travels through Asia this week. He is expected to meet Xi Jinping.

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Shopee, Meta launch tools to ease Facebook shopping

2025-10-27 07:31:08                techinasia.com

The new features let affiliate creators tag Shopee products in Facebook posts and Reels, enabling shoppers to click and complete purchases on Shopee.

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What a Google-backed robot startup fears from China

2025-10-27 07:15:28                techinasia.com

It's not their tech, it's their plan, argues Apptronik CEO. China has a $138B fund, while the US has no strategy at all.

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Waresix’s growth slows, trims losses in 2024

2025-10-27 07:05:02                techinasia.com

Analysts say this could be a sign of the firm chasing sustainable growth over volume.

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OpenAI’s Atlas eyes Chrome’s throne

2025-10-27 07:00:33                techinasia.com

For decades, browsers were stagnant. Now, AI-powered offerings like OpenAI's Atlas are launching an “offensive play” against incumbents.

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The 50 top-funded AI startups in Asia

2025-10-27 07:00:00                techinasia.com

Here are the AI companies in Asia that have attracted tons of investors and have the resources to spend on software, talent, and expansion.

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Unilever, L’Oréal ride India’s ecommerce boom

2025-10-27 06:10:44                techinasia.com

L'Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus said quick-commerce and traditional ecommerce platforms in India have enabled faster product reach nationwide.

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Asia layoff tracker: Indonesia’s Blibli, Paper.id trim workforce

2025-10-27 06:00:28                techinasia.com

Tech firms are dismissing staff to stay afloat as headwinds hit Asia. This layoff tracker is keeping tabs on marching orders.

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Singapore seeks more mid-cap tech firms for AI push

2025-10-27 05:57:41                techinasia.com

Digital Industry Singapore is pushing to establish 100 AI centres of excellence across the nation.

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Malaysian PM says chip tariff ‘not an issue’ after talks with Trump

2025-10-27 05:51:43                techinasia.com

Malaysia pledged at least 25 billion ringgit (US$5.9 billion) last year to strengthen its semiconductor sector as global supply chains shift.

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Reliance Industries may invest up to $15b in AI infra: report

2025-10-27 05:43:17                techinasia.com

Reliance's new subsidiary, Reliance Intelligence, will focus on AI initiatives including a 1GW data center.

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Healthcare firm Novartis to acquire biotech startup Avidity for $12b

2025-10-27 05:37:54                techinasia.com

Avidity's innovative approach involves using antibody oligonucleotide conjugates to target muscle tissue.

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UAE-based XDC Ventures acquires SG trade-finance platform Contour

2025-10-27 05:26:11                techinasia.com

Contour was previously backed by global banks including HSBC, Standard Chartered, BNP Paribas, Citi, DBS, ING, Bangkok Bank, and CTBC Bank.

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China’s Noetix Robotics launches humanoid robot Bumi at $1,380

2025-10-27 04:26:23                techinasia.com

Bumi, which stands 94 cm tall, is positioned as an educational and entertainment robot and is priced similarly to Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max in China.

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First yen-pegged stablecoin debuts in Japan on October 27

2025-10-27 04:15:47                techinasia.com

JPYC, a local startup, will issue stablecoins fully backed by domestic savings and Japanese government bonds.

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Nvidia plans to expand R&D in Israel’s south, hire hundreds by 2026

2025-10-27 04:00:16                techinasia.com

The company employs over 5,000 people in Israel, making it one of the country’s largest private tech employers.

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IBM: AMD chips can run quantum error correction algorithm

2025-10-27 03:50:55                techinasia.com

Quantum computers, which use qubits to solve complex problems, are prone to errors that affect reliability.

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Bitcoin hits $115k as traders react to easing macro concerns

2025-10-27 03:40:41                techinasia.com

Bitcoin rose 3% in the past 24 hours to US$115,179, its highest level in two weeks, while ether increased 6% to US$4,187.

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Volkswagen has chip supply secured despite China export ban

2025-10-27 03:30:21                techinasia.com

Volkswagen Group owns Audi and Porsche, and is among several European carmakers affected by the supply squeeze.

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Australia to review copyright laws as AI advances

2025-10-27 03:20:32                techinasia.com

The Copyright and AI Reference Group will assess a possible collective licensing system for AI users and measures to lower enforcement costs.

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Kyrgyzstan unveils KGST stablecoin, says Binance founder CZ

2025-10-27 03:10:34                techinasia.com

This stablecoin is distinct from USDKG, a planned US dollar-backed stablecoin supported by US$500 million in gold reserves from the Ministry.

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SG edtech startup Sedifly closes 3x oversubscribed pre-seed round

2025-10-27 03:00:15                techinasia.com

The company also secured an equity-free grant from Enterprise Singapore, supported by the Pollinate incubator.

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Chinese robotaxi firms outpace US rivals in Middle East, Singapore

2025-10-27 03:00:11                techinasia.com

WeRide and Pony AI plan limited services in Singapore with local partners.

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Australia to set national rules for self-driving cars by 2027

2025-10-27 02:50:58                techinasia.com

Authorities are working to finalize cooperative vehicle communication standards (C-ITS), and ensure these align with international regulations.

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OpenAI said to develop AI tool for music from text, audio

2025-10-27 02:40:45                techinasia.com

A source said OpenAI is working with Juilliard School students to annotate music scores for training data.

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SG’s Augmentus secures strategic investment from Applied Ventures

2025-10-27 02:31:09                techinasia.com

Augmentus operates in both Singapore and Austin, focusing on AI-powered robotics for manufacturers.

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Accel, Prosus join forces to fund early-stage Indian startups

2025-10-27 02:30:02                techinasia.com

Accel, a global venture capital firm (VC), is expanding its early-stage founder program, Atoms X, as part of the partnership.

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Lenskart eyes $7.9b valuation in planned IPO

2025-10-27 02:20:46                techinasia.com

The Gurgaon-based company has set an IPO price band of US$4.55-4.79 per share, with the upper end expected to raise roughly US$828 million.

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Defying expectations – together

2025-10-26 09:30:14                techinasia.com

This week, we highlight Southeast Asia’s tech ambitions amid tough times.

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These are the most active investors in Israel’s startups

2025-10-26 09:00:00                techinasia.com

Which investors are writing the most checks to Israel-based startups?

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Series SEA: Who’s investing in the region’s SaaS startups?

2025-10-26 07:00:00                techinasia.com

We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asia’s software-as-a-service startups.

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Ola Electric to raise up to $170.8m for EV expansion

2025-10-26 03:00:17                techinasia.com

The funds may be raised via public offer, rights issue, qualified institutional placement, private placement, or other permitted methods.

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Reliance, Meta set up $97.3m JV for enterprise AI in India

2025-10-26 02:45:52                techinasia.com

Reliance will hold a 70% stake, while Meta’s subsidiary Facebook Overseas will own the remaining 30%.

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SoftBank said to approve remaining $22.5b for OpenAI investment

2025-10-26 02:00:31                techinasia.com

The funding would finalize a US$41 billion round first announced in April.

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Who’s investing in India’s AI startups?

2025-10-26 02:00:00                techinasia.com

We've compiled a list of investors pouring money into India’s AI startups.

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Ferrari to launch digital token for exclusive client members

2025-10-26 01:50:48                techinasia.com

Ferrari began accepting cryptocurrency payments for car purchases in the US in 2023 and later extended the service to Europe.

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Japan partners with OpenAI to test AI in public services

2025-10-26 01:36:01                techinasia.com

The collaboration will allow government employees in Japan to access Gennai, a new tool built with OpenAI’s technology.

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Don’t stop believin’ in Indonesia

2025-10-25 09:30:00                techinasia.com

Endowus, Nuclide Tongchuang Technology Co., CraftBank, and others raised funds this week.

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These are the most active investors in Korea’s startups

2025-10-25 09:00:00                techinasia.com

Which investors are writing the most checks to Korea-based startups?

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Series SEA: Who’s investing in the region’s health startups?

2025-10-25 07:00:00                techinasia.com

We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asia’s health startups.

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Thailand raids Worldcoin-linked site over unlicensed operations

2025-10-25 04:53:37                techinasia.com

The project, led by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, uses iris-scanning devices called "orbs" to verify users in exchange for its WLD token.

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Danantara names ex-General Motors engineer as first CTO

2025-10-25 04:50:07                techinasia.com

His recent work includes overseeing new defense products at PT Pindad and contributing to public transport technology policy.