Briefing
Malaysia customs details RM49.5m AI-chip seizure at KLIA
The 28 October disclosure concerns a 15 October cargo inspection; importers and shippers face a live permit and declaration question.
Southeast Asia Editorial Team
Briefing
RedDoorz says AI-assisted audits reached over 1,500 properties in 2026
The Southeast Asian hotel platform uses Inspecto to route quality findings to teams; staff verify fixes before closure.
Briefing
Philippine solar firm MGEN Renewables Inc. proposes ₱4.98bn asset swap
The board approved Terra Nueva's plan to subscribe for up to ₱7.815bn in Terra Solar Philippines shares, subject to lender and Actis consent.
News
Tech Data expands AI tools for Asia-Pacific SMB resellers
Tech Data adds planning, testing, prebuilt AI tools and training for Asia-Pacific resellers serving small and medium-sized businesses.
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S$150m backs Singapore's plan to test materials for industry
A*STAR's planned MARVEL-AI will pair AI models with automated experiments to help companies test materials for semiconductors, energy and chemicals.
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Personal-care brand Stryv raises US$11.5m for regional expansion
The personal-care and home-wellness company plans deeper growth in Malaysia and Hong Kong, entry into Taiwan, and a wider product range after its Series B round.
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Food security research gets S$138m allocation in Singapore
The funding sets priorities for agri-food research; SFA says details of grant calls will come in 2027.
Market Entry
How to choose a Vietnam sales route for factory replacement parts
Trace one factory-maintenance parts enquiry through a direct route, an agent and a distributor to see who would quote, collect payment, hold stock and handle service.
Briefing
Southeast Asia 2027 cost planning: why one growth forecast is not an operating plan
ADB lifted its Southeast Asia growth forecast, but country revisions and energy and food risks call for separate budget cases.
News
Singapore builds nuclear skills ahead of 2027 IAEA review
Singapore is building nuclear expertise to assess advanced power options and prepare for a 2027 IAEA review. No decision to deploy nuclear power has been made.
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RM50m concrete pile factory breaks ground in Sarawak
PMW Winabumi plans over 10,000 tonnes of monthly capacity in Sarawak and aims to source most raw materials locally.
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Singapore vision AI startup Ailytics announces US$7.4m Series A led by Tin Men Capital
Ailytics uses existing worksite cameras to flag safety risks. It says the funding will support expansion across Asia-Pacific, the US and Gulf; the round’s closing date is undisclosed.