APAC
Realion bets on unified proptech platform to drive Asia-Pacific expansion
It’s creating an app with banking, renovation, and property management services.
129Knots and Green Link launch embedded finance for marine fuel liquidity
The financing is a first in the industry to introduce a liquidity framework for marine operations.
Singapore and China reaffirm green finance cooperation
They are advancing discussions on taxonomy criteria for transition activities.
Mobile-first web design: Why Asian brands can't afford to ignore it in 2025
Mobile-first web design is not just best practice, it is a survival strategy.
Ant International eyes stablecoin licenses in Hong Kong, Singapore: report
The unit is reportedly seeking a related permit in Luxembourg, according to sources.
Insurtech bolttech closes $147m series C funding round
Sumitomo Corp also entered into a JV with bolttech for embedded insurance.
Prudential appoints Naveen Tahilyani and Rajeev Mittal to key leadership roles
Both will carry the title CEO.
Hongkong Land’s Q1 2025 underlying profit ‘in line’ YoY
The group’s net debt reduced to US$4.9b.
Delfi Limited’s EBITDA down 27.2% to $21.9m in Q1 on lower sales in Indonesia
Higher cocoa bean prices continue to weigh on chocolate manufacturers globally.
Mermaid Maritime posts $7.7m profit loss in Q1
Revenue for the period rose 33% YoY.
Asia Pacific investment volume drops 18% in Q1 2025
The region recorded US$26.4b in total real estate investment during the quarter, down 18% YoY.
COTD: Singapore ranks among lowest for data centre vacancy
It ranked 10th globally.
Trump’s trade reboot clouds APAC outlook, CRE holds for now: report
APAC entered 2025 with economic momentum: Q1 GDP growth came in at 3.9%, matching pre-Trump levels.
Taipei Cycle 2025 to feature nearly 1,000 exhibitors
Singapore ranked amongst the top five buyer countries at last year's event.
MSIG USA expands political risk insurance with Asia partnership
This combines MSIG USA’s underwriting expertise with regional market knowledge.
Cynosure Aesthetics and Medical APAC Services wins Healthcare Asia Medtech Awards 2024
PicoSure® Pro takes picosecond laser technology to unprecedented levels of performance.
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