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Formerra Appoints Tom Kelly As Chief Executive Officer

Tom Kelly takes the helm at Formerra as the company expands its role in engineered materials distribution.

PT Link Net Tbk Seeks IFC Financing To Expand Fiber Network Across Indonesia

PT Link Net Tbk’s fiber expansion strategy could receive support from the World Bank Group’s private-sector investment arm.

Digital Wealth Platform Stash Financial Acquired By Grab Holdings

The acquisition of Stash Financial highlights Grab’s push to integrate wealth management tools alongside payments, lending, and insurance services.

Singapore Tourism Board And Ant International Renew Digital Tourism Collaboration

Digital payments are becoming a key driver of convenience and spending for international visitors.

New Mastercard Country Manager Tapped To Drive Singapore Growth

The Singapore payments ecosystem remains a focal point for international card networks and fintech infrastructure providers.

Sandara Park Kept It Short, Kept It Classy, And The Philippines Kept It Loud

Even as tensions surfaced within the 2NE1 fandom, many supporters in the Philippines chose to highlight Sandara Park’s character and years of connection.

Raenest Taps TerraPay To Streamline Cross-Border Payouts For Freelancers

Payments innovation continues to support remote work. TerraPay and Raenest are enabling faster settlement for freelancers worldwide.

USD110 Million Initiative Puts DBS Bank And Granite Asia Behind AI Innovation

Strategic capital is increasingly supporting AI infrastructure development. DBS Bank and Granite Asia are targeting high-growth companies.

Venture Capital Giant Peak XV Partners Closes USD1.3 Billion Fund

Fintech expansion across Asia depends heavily on venture investment. Peak XV Partners’ new funds will target startups across the region’s technology ecosystem.

ThirdHome Strengthens Global Ambitions With Strategic Hires In Singapore And Product Leadership

ThirdHome blends technology-driven engagement with regional market strategies through its newest leadership appointments.

Nickel Asia Corp. Reports 312% Profit Growth On Strong Nickel Prices

The company’s results highlight the continued importance of nickel in industrial and energy transition supply chains.

Philippine Government Opens Auction For Semirara Coal Mining Contract

The Semirara concession could attract major corporate bidders as the government moves toward a transparent energy resource auction.

Regent Hong Kong Secures Place In 2025 T+L China Travel Awards Top 100 Hotels

Travel + Leisure’s annual awards include Regent Hong Kong in its carefully curated Top 100 selection.

International Energy Agency Flags Rising Coal Demand In Southeast Asia

IEA analysis underscores the structural hurdles in reducing coal dependence in Southeast Asia.

Tighter Rules Loom For Asian Fintechs As Regulators Target Crypto, Cyber And AI

January 2026 update highlights evolving rules for digital finance in Asia.

ADB Financing Targets Grid-Integrated Solar Projects In Thailand

Thailand’s power system will gain additional flexible capacity from these projects.

Industrial Power Buyers Navigate Vietnam’s DPPA Rules Amid Two-Part Tariff Implementation

Pilot implementation of Vietnam's two-part tariff and DPPA rollout targets large industrial users in 2026.

Surging Electricity Demand Across Southeast Asia Puts The ASEAN Power Grid Back In The Spotlight

The ASEAN Power Grid is being discussed not just as policy, but as potential infrastructure investment.

Silent Sanctuary Kicks Off Sold-Out Japan Tour, Singapore Show Next; “UNA” Coming Soon

A milestone tour abroad reflects Silent Sanctuary’s lasting connection with fans across Asia.

Mambu Launches Payments Solution In Asia Pacific

No financial terms or client details were disclosed in the announcement.

KPMG Pulse Of Fintech Highlights Regional Funding Decline

2025 marked the lowest annual fintech investment level in more than ten years, according to KPMG.

ONERWAY Strengthens Regulatory Standing In Singapore Payments Market

The granting of MPI status to ONERWAY highlights Singapore’s role as a gateway for regulated cross-border payments activity.

Expanded Google Deal Bolsters Sea Ltd.’s Digital Finance Infrastructure

Sea and Google are deepening integration of AI into digital financial ecosystems.

South Korea’s Landmark AI Act Takes Effect, Setting Global Regulatory Benchmark

By formalizing accountability rules, South Korea aims to balance AI innovation with stronger consumer protection measures.

Indonesia Strains Under Debt From China-Led High-Speed Rail

Some within the government argue future expansions need not automatically involve China.

Singapore Airlines Balances Expansion With Capital Discipline

Competitive capacity growth will test airline revenue management strategies in 2026.

Myaku-Myaku Statues Relocated Near 1970 Expo’s Tower Of Sun

The official mascot of the 2025 World Expo was moved closer to the iconic symbol of the 1970 Expo.

Vietnam Emerges As Strategic Growth Market For Southeast Asia Hotel Operators

Branded penetration in Vietnam remains lower than regional hubs, signaling growth potential.

Prime Minister Takaichi Vows To Make Japan Strong Through Investment

Takaichi emphasized that expanding strategic investment will serve as a foundation for boosting Japan’s competitiveness and long-term resilience.

Keeper Security Expands Relationship With Ingram Micro To Broaden Availability Of Privileged Access Management In Singapore

Ingram Micro will make KeeperPAM widely available to its Singapore-based network of technology partners.

Japanese Food Company Launches Treats Dogs, People Can Share

The company adapted classic favorites like Moonlight cookies to make them suitable for both people and dogs.

OPEC+ Leans Toward Resumption In Oil Output Increases From April

Eight key producers within OPEC+ are expected to discuss raising quotas when they meet on March 1.

ASEAN Travel Exchange In Cebu Yields PHP1.4 Billion In Initial Sales Leads

TRAVEX 2026 reinforced the Philippines’ position as an active driver of regional tourism cooperation.

Cybersecurity Experts Urge Extra Vigilance As Valentine’s Day Scams Rise

Security experts advise stronger digital hygiene amid holiday-themed online threats.

Regent Hong Kong Awarded Coveted Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Rating For 2026

Regent Hong Kong’s harbourfront elegance earns global recognition with a 2026 Five-Star rating.

Securing Agentic AI And Singapore’s Agentic AI Governance Framework

The framework promotes verifiable identities for every AI agent within enterprise environments.

Seoul Starbucks Faces Seating Dispute Over Flight Crew’s Unattended Baggage

Critics argued that occupying seats with bags for hours at a Seoul Starbucks was unfair to other customers.

Pokemon-Themed Facility Opens In Japan

Crowds gathered early for the opening of PokePark Kanto, where visitors can encounter over 600 Pokemon characters across immersive themed zones.

Foreign Workers In Japan Hit Record 2.57 Million

Foreign workers in Japan rose for the 13th straight year, underscoring the country’s increasing reliance on overseas labor to fill workforce gaps across multiple industries.

Brandplay Wins Agency Of The Year At 61st Anvil Awards, Takes Home 26 Trophies

Brandplay earns Agency of the Year at the 61st Anvil Awards, securing 26 trophies in one of the most competitive years on record, underscoring the agency’s commitment to strategy-led creativity, disciplined execution, and meaningful, measurable communication outcomes.

Japan To Accept Up To 1.23M Foreign Workers Through FY 2028

The plan covers skilled worker residency and skills development programs.

STARGLOW Steps Into The Spotlight With Official Debut Single “Star Wish”

STARGLOW’s first official release frames them as artists with intention, using subtle intensity and emotional clarity to mark the beginning of a promising trajectory.

Seoul Eyes Joint UNESCO Bid With Pyongyang For Taekwondo

Seoul hopes to present taekwondo as a shared cultural heritage with Pyongyang.

Loggerhead Turtle 14.9K-Mile Trek: From Aegean To Spain

The 14,913-mile journey from the Aegean to Spain surprised marine researchers.

UK Travel Advisory Lists Countries Considered Unsafe For 2026

British passport holders are advised to exercise caution, as some popular destinations now have region-specific travel warnings rather than nationwide bans.

South Korea’s Royal Palaces, Tombs See Record Visitors In 2025

The surge reflects growing public interest in traditional Korean culture.

From 2025 To 2026: The Top 5 Truths Shaping PR And Reputation Management

Public relations is shifting from visibility to credibility as trust becomes the real measure of success in a world shaped by scrutiny and speed.

Hokkaido: When Japan Means More Than Tokyo And Kyoto

In northern Japan, open landscapes and silence define the travel experience.

How Japan’s Railway Innovation Went Global

From Asia to Europe, Japanese rail technology is redefining modern public transportation systems.

Italian Cuisine Wins UNESCO World Heritage Status

The listing celebrates Italy’s rich culinary identity, honoring traditions that shape family life, regional culture, and generational craftsmanship.