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Ficus Capital invests in Global Psytech to scale ethical behavioral analytics across emerging markets

Plans to hire more experts in behavioural science and data analytics Investment will boost growth, tech innovation & expansion into new markets Ficus Capital, a pioneering ESG- and Shariah-driven venture capital management company, has announced that its Ficus SEA Fund has made an undisclosed investment in Global Psytech Sdn Bhd, a behavioural analytics firm advancing […]

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Malaysian creator economy startup Mantayay raises US$5mil Series A led by Kairous Capital

Funding will accelerate expansion, strengthen regional creator network, advance AI-enabled content Mantayay represents the strength and ingenuity of Malaysia’s new digital generation Mantayay Global Holdings Pte Ltd, a Singapore incorporated Malaysian-based creator‑economy and digital media company, has received a US$5 million investment led by Kairous Capital via its Kairous Asia Venture Fund II (SEA), representing

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West Coast Expressway adopts Asia Mobiliti’s IOroad system to drive next-generation road maintenance

System uses IoT & machine learning to deliver real-time insights on road conditions Solutions enhance road safety, streamlines maintenance & improves motorists’ experience West Coast Expressway Sdn Bhd (WCE) has taken a major step forward in adopting advanced infrastructure management with the deployment of IOroad, Asia Mobiliti’s pavement monitoring and management system, on key sections

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Thomas Mathew concludes five-year tenure at TalentCorp, Edward Ling appointed as new group CEO

Appointed in 2020, Thomas led TalentCorp’s renewal, strengthening governance and strategic sustainability Ling brings over 20 years of experience in business transformation, digital innovation, and strategic partnerships to the role Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) has announced a leadership transition, with Thomas Mathew completing his tenure as group CEO on 3 November 2025. Edward Ling

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Beyond Binaries: Innovation and Governance as Complementary Levers for Inclusive Growth in Asia

Changemakers Day is a high-impact gathering of the region’s most dynamic agents of change, featuring curated discussions and workshops with innovators, investors, small businesses, youth leaders, and other stakeholders from across Asia Pacific.At this year’s event, the Tech For Good Institute moderated a thought-provoking debate on how innovation and regulation must evolve together to ensure…

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New Models of Work: Innovation Innovation for Fair and Future Ready Work in Singapore

As one of Southeast Asia’s most advanced economies, Singapore has made significant strides in enabling human capital as a key driver of growth. The city-state’s success is grounded in its foundational investments in education, strong public–private linkages, and advanced research ecosystems that are continually aligned with industry needs. Singapore’s digital economy is valued at USD

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Strengthening Cyber Resilience in Southeast Asia: A Multi-Stakeholder Approach

Southeast Asia has witnessed an unprecedented surge in cyber threats, ranging from sophisticated Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) to widespread ransomware attacks. In the first half of 2024, for example, ransomware incidents across Asia Pacific reached 57,000, with Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand being severely affected. In Indonesia, the attack on its national data centre is

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LGMS, Bridgenet join forces to extend enterprise-grade cybersecurity to businesses nationwide

Partnership strengthens delivery of StarSentry cybersecurity solution Solution provides early threat detection, timely alerts to boost response & resilience LGMS Berhad, through its wholly owned subsidiary Applied Security Intelligence Sdn Bhd (ASI), has entered into a strategic partnership with Bridgenet Solutions Sdn Bhd, a CelcomDigi company, to deliver advanced cybersecurity solutions for small and medium-sized

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Asean DSE 2025 Programme empowers youth with data-driven skills for a digital future

Aims to equip youth with digital skills to drive innovation, sustainable growth across Asean Participants used data analytics to develop solutions aligned with 6 Sustainable Development Goals The Asean Foundation, in collaboration with SAP, hosted the ninth Asean Data Science Explorers (Asean DSE) 2025 Regional Finals in Kuala Lumpur, where 22 students from secondary and

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