WorldFirst Partners with OCBC to Accelerate its Southeast Asia Expansion

Clara SHI, Vice President of Ant International and CEO of WorldFirst, and Melvyn LOW, Head of Global Transaction Banking at OCBC, signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Singapore (Image Courtesy: Business Wire)

Ant International’s WorldFirst, an all-in-one digital cross-border payment and treasury account service for global businesses, has announced a partnership with OCBC, the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia. Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 29 October 2025, WorldFirst and OCBC committed to a strategic collaboration aimed at supporting WorldFirst’s base of […]

The Positive Impact of the Telecommunication Sector on Myanmar’s Economy

The Positive Impact of the Telecommunication Sector on Myanmar’s Economy (Image Courtesy: Eager Communications Group)

The global human population has become one large biological race, due to the evolution of the telecommunications sector (telecom). In 2025, more than 5.5 billion people will utilise the internet and mobile technology to be interconnected. Telecom companies create various infrastructures to ensure that data in the form of audio, video, text, and voice gets […]

7 Reasons Why Singapore’s Condo Market Stands Out in Southeast Asia

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Singapore’s condo market continues to thrive, attracting both local and international buyers eager for long-term value, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and investor-friendly policies. Robust legal protections, high construction standards, and a dynamic urban lifestyle further cement its reputation as a prime real estate destination. This article explores some of the key factors that make Singapore’s condo market […]

2025 Economic Outlook: Key Insights for Investors

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With 2025 already here, the global economy continues to evolve, presenting a mix of challenges and opportunities for investors. Navigating this dynamic landscape requires a keen understanding of key trends and market drivers. Here are three critical areas to focus on: 1. Global Interest Rates and Investment Strategies Central banks worldwide are adjusting their monetary […]

Export-Oriented Manufacturing: A Pathway to Economic Transformation in Southeast Asia

Export-oriented manufacturing (EOM) has played a pivotal role in global industrialization andeconomic transformation. Emerging after World War II, it helped rebuild war-torn economies andstimulated growth in developing nations.In East Asia, the “East Asia Miracle” (1960s–1990s) saw countries and territories like Japan, SouthKorea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore rapidly industrialize, reduce poverty and sustaineconomic growth through […]

CX Leaders Indonesia 2024 – Elevating Customer Experience in the Digital Era

Indonesia, as one of the rapidly expanding economies in Southeast Asia, is witnessing a transformation in the way businesses approach customer experience (CX). With the Indonesia Customer Experience Management Market expected to see substantial growth between 2024 and 2030, the upcoming CX Leaders Indonesia 2024 event at the Pullman Jakarta Central is set to be […]

Shanghai Electric Displays Green Energy Innovations At Enlit Asia 2024

Shanghai Electric showcases green energy innovations at Enlit Asia 2024. Shanghai Electric showcased its comprehensive portfolio of energy innovations, with an exhibition booth featuring comprehensive green energy technologies highlighting its latest achievements in clean coal power, solar power, hydrogen power, and multi-energy technology

Shanghai Electric (SEHK:2727, SSE:601727) displayed its latest energy innovations at Enlit Asia 2024, the premier conference and exhibition for the power and energy sector in Southeast Asia, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from October 8 to 10. According to Industry sources, Shanghai Electric displayed its comprehensive portfolio of energy innovations, with an exhibition booth featuring comprehensive […]

ST Telemedia raises USD 1.75Bln from KKR-Led Consortium with Singtel

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Raises S$1.75 Billion from KKR-Led Consortium with Singtel

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, a leading data centre colocation services provider, KKR, a leading global investment firm, and Singtel, Asia’s leading communications technology group, jointly announced the signing of definitive agreements under which a KKR-led consortium of KKR (on behalf of funds managed by it) and Singtel (the ‘Consortium’) will invest S$1.75 billion (~US$1.3 […]

Tapping into Talent: The Advantages of an Animation Team in the Philippines

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As animation production continues to evolve, leveraging remote teams has become essential for companies aiming to tap into worldwide talent pools. One prominent hub for such teams is the Philippines, celebrated for its highly skilled workforce and dynamic animation industry. This article explores the unique advantages of setting up a remote team in the Philippines […]

ClinChoice Expands its Footprint to Southeast Asia by acquiring CSI

ClinChoice Acquires CSI, Expanding its Global Footprint into Southeast Asia

ClinChoice, a leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO), announced expanding its global footprint with the acquisition of CSI Medical Research (CSI). CSI is a regional clinical CRO with professional staff and partners located across  Asia (SEA), Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), to provide innovative and cost-effective clinical solutions. Through this strategic acquisition, ClinChoice further broadens its global footprint and full-service […]