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By Keith Detros, Programme Manager, Tech for Good Institute The 26th ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Council Meeting announced the substantial conclusion of negotiations on the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA). The landmark agreement, touted as the first of its kind globally, is one of the flagship and priority economic deliverables under Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship […]

Digital transformation is increasingly reshaping every aspect of life in Vietnam, especially among the young generation. As the country pursues its ambitious National Digital Transformation Programme (2020-2030) and drafts its first AI law, young people are emerging as both beneficiaries and drivers of change. Their aspirations and choices will define how Vietnam adopts… Source

Southeast Asia’s digital economy is booming. Reaching US$263 billion in 2024, the region continues its double-digit growth trajectory. Yet this success brings new risks. Half of all internet users across ASEAN have been victims of online fraud. In Indonesia, public losses reached approximately Rp 7 trillion ($440 million) from 299,000 fraud reports between November 2024

Catalytic funding and access to a global learning community, network to bolster effort Over two years, while recipients will have access to a learning community of fellow grantees The Citi Foundation announced last month, the 50 community organizations around the world that will each receive US$500,000 in grant support as part of its 2025 Global

Launched corporate VC structure in wake of missed opportunity to invest in Grab in its early years With 13 different business units, pitch to founders is that Sunway can open doors to real customers Who knew that when Sunway Group, one of the largest conglomerates in Malaysia, launched its corporate innovation and startups investing arm, Sunway Innovation Labs Sdn

Together with credit facilities from global banks, startup has over US$50mil in capital Will evolve into next-gen employee benefit platform, focused on equitable solutions across SEA Paywatch, a leading Southeast Asian  employee benefit platform and Earned Wage Access (EWA) service provider, has completed its Series A funding bringing the final amount to US$20 million (RM83.65

Startups from Singapore, Malaysia & Korea win top honours for AI-driven sustainability & innovation Initiative reflects Asean–Korea’s shared goal to drive inclusive growth & advance the UN SDGs through responsible AI The Korea–Asean AI Development & Startup Competition 2025 (AI Youth Fiesta) concluded in Kuala Lumpur with the announcement of the top three winning startups,

Targets 20–30 robotic kitchens in Singapore by 2026 Claims to have pilots with universities, hospitals & transport hubs, with Australia next in Q1 2026 Rolo Robotics, the startup behind what it claims is APAC’s first fully autonomous hot food kiosk, has closed an oversubscribed funding round of US$3.4 million (RM14 million), backed by A2D Ventures,

‘Whoever wins in AI, wins the whole cake’ CoE focused on digital skills, talent development, performance to build trust Chin Hin Group Bhd has been a Malaysian success story, starting with its roots as a small hardware store in 1974 in the sleepy northern city of Alor Star, Kedah and growing over the past 51

Major focus is empowering SMEs to embrace digital manufacturing and automation More than a summit, a catalyst for real industrial progress, where policy & execution meet As Malaysia accelerates its transition into a high-tech, innovation-driven economy, Selangor stands at the heart of the movement. With its robust industrial base, advanced infrastructure, and strong commitment to