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Brand vs demand in B2B tech - Why you need both to grow

4 days ago
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B2B technology firms in Southeast Asia are being urged to pair brand building with demand generation as reliance on paid channels drives costs up.
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Thunes ranks among top three in cross-border payments

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Thunes wins Juniper Research top-three nod for cross-border payments as network breadth, interoperability and stablecoin links reshape the market.
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Thunes wins best cross-border payment solution award

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Thunes has won the Best Cross-Border Payment Solution award at the MPE Awards 2026 after judges praised its global reach, FX pricing and compliance platform.
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Sentinel Global rebuilds AI-led venture team, eyes 2026

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Sentinel Global rebuilds its AI-driven venture team around GIC veteran Jeremy Kranz and expands Sentinel Labs, targeting a 2026 fundraise.
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Grab uses FICO data platform to widen SEA credit access

Fri, 6th Feb 2026
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data protection
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data analytics
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fintech
Grab Finance taps FICO data tech to automate credit checks across six Southeast Asian markets and boost eligibility by nearly 50%.
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AI reshapes banks' role in Asia Pacific financial wellness

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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cx
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martech
Most APAC banks are failing to meet customers' financial wellness needs, an Adobe index finds, leaving a trust gap ripe for fintechs.
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Google Cloud expands Gemini AI & data residency in Singapore

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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edge computing
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martech
Google Cloud expands its Gemini AI models and data residency services in Singapore, boosting AI capabilities for public and private sector organisations.
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Carlsberg Asia accelerates digital growth with key eCommerce ties

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Carlsberg Asia launches Digital Acceleration Program to boost growth via partnerships with Meituan, Grab, and Delivery Hero across eight key Asian markets.
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In Marketing We Trust wins seven clients & expands team

Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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data analytics
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marketing
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iinet
In Marketing We Trust secures seven major clients including Grab and OCBC, expands APAC team with senior hires to boost media, SEO, and data services.
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Visa unveils AI-driven commerce & payments push in Asia

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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blockchain
Visa launches AI-powered solutions and partnerships across Asia Pacific, aiming to transform digital commerce with secure, seamless payments and new innovations.
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Airwallex acquires CTIN Pay, expands into Vietnam market

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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rakuten
Airwallex has signed agreements to acquire CTIN Pay in Vietnam, expanding its Southeast Asian operations and enhancing support for international commerce.
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Neat strengthens focus on Asia Pacific hybrid work markets

Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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Neat is ramping up its operations in the Asia Pacific, responding to a surge in demand for hybrid work solutions, particularly in Singapore and India.
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Asian super apps growth slows but remain dominant

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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New research indicates that while Asian super apps dominate the market, user growth has slowed markedly, with 499 million projected for 2024.
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Coca-Cola & Grab launch upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore

Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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beverage
Coca-Cola and Grab unveil an upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore, integrating QR code and image recognition tech to enhance convenience and digital payment options.
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Attracting & retaining top talent: the key to companies success in the future of work

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Adapting to change and catering to workforce needs in the new year is key to attracting and retaining talent amid a rapidly transforming labour market and a growing emphasis on Generative AI.
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Grab showcases Southeast Asian cuisine on Times Square billboard

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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holiday season
Food delivery app, Grab, aids appreciation for Southeast Asian cuisine, honouring regional vendors on Times Square billboard.
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ExpressVPN appoints Michael Truong as Chief Product Officer

Fri, 7th Oct 2022
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hybrid & remote work
Michael Truong appointed Chief Product Officer at ExpressVPN, leading product management for flagship brand and more.
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Bonsey Jaden Group appoints Daniel Loo as Regional Executive Creative Director

Fri, 7th Oct 2022
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The company has bolstered its leadership team across the Southeast Asian region with the appointment of Daniel Loo as Regional Executive Creative Director.
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Bonsey Jaden appoints Francois Filamor as group general manager

Fri, 27th May 2022
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Francois Filamor promoted to group general manager after successful tenure as general manager of Bonsey Jaden Philippines.