Startup Boom in Africa

The startup landscape of Africa has flourished massively in recent years. With a young and rapidly growing population, combined with advances in technology and mobile connectivity, the continent has become an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike. In this blog post, we will explore the current trends and happenings in the startup sector in […]

How Artificial Intelligence is changing Real Estate

Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing have changed the very course of operations in industries across the globe. The real estate industry has also borne the brunt of the changes, although in a positive way. Artificial intelligence, as per real estate experts, can give the best assistance to not only developers, but also investors […]

Challenges Start-Ups Face in Raising Funds for Survival And Success

A few centuries ago, very few people longed to start a new business. In many parts of the globe, the business community was tightly knit and was run only by families. Cut to the present: since the start of the internet and digital boom, a large number of educated and talented professionals are interested in […]

Kazakhstan-Singapore Business Forum: ONERHT to invest in Biryuk’s gold mine

RHT AlDigi Financial Holdings Pte. Ltd. (RHTAFH) and Biryuk Altyn LLP have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to invest in and commercialise Biryuk’s gold mine, with support from the ONERHT ecosystem. RHTAFH is a member of ONERHT, a Singapore-based multidisciplinary professional and specialist services group while Biryuk owns a 56sqkm gold mine, located […]

Truecaller launches AI-powered Assistant to filter out fraud and scam calls in Australia

Truecaller, one of the world’s leading global communications platforms, has launched Truecaller Assistant in Australia. The Assistant feature is an innovation that leverages machine learning to create the most helpful call-screening solution available on the planet. Truecaller Assistant is a customizable, interactive, digital receptionist that empowers users to answer important calls and avoid unwanted ones. […]

Trailstone welcomes Takuya Kamisago and Ichiro “Nick” Nakayama to lead Japanese operations

Takuya Kamisago, General Manager, Commercial(Left) Ichiro “Nick” Nakayama, General Manager, Japan(Right).

Trailstone Group (“Trailstone”), a global energy and technology company, announced yesterday that it has welcomed Takuya Kamisago, General Manager, Commercial, and Ichiro “Nick” Nakayama, General Manager, Japan, to develop Trailstone’s business infrastructure and originate new business opportunities in the market. Kamisago brings over 25 years of experience in international business development with Sumitomo and Itochu, […]

Ripple announces CBDC Platform for next-level digitisation of financial services

With more than 90% of countries exploring, developing and implementing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) as a way to increase financial inclusion and lower the cost and risk of domestic and cross-border payment processes, today Ripple is announcing the Ripple CBDC Platform, a frictionless end-to-end solution for central banks, governments, and financial institutions to issue their […]

Synapse expands Policy & Regulatory Advisory Board

Synapse Financial Technologies, Inc., one of the leading embedded finance platforms that increases access to best-in-class financial products, yesterday announced the appointment of four new members to its Policy & Regulatory Advisory Board. These latest additions to the Board are directly linked to the Company’s broader vision to build an industry-leading platform informed by policy, […]

East West Bank appoints Dr. Jason Hsu as Chief Economist

East West Bancorp, Inc., parent company of East West Bank, yesterday announced the appointment of Dr. Jason Hsu, founder and Chief Investment Officer of Rayliant Global Advisors, as the Chief Economist for East West Bank. In tandem with Dr. Hsu’s appointment, East West Bancorp has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a non-controlling interest in […]