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Minsook Cho Named Mastercard’s New Country Manager For Singapore

Mastercard has appointed Minsook Cho as Country Manager for Singapore, reinforcing its leadership presence in one of Asia’s most important fintech hubs.

Venture Capital Giant Peak XV Partners Closes USD1.3 Billion Fund

Venture capital continues to shape the fintech landscape in Asia. Peak XV Partners has closed USD1.3B across three new funds targeting technology and fintech startups.

Raenest Taps TerraPay To Streamline Cross-Border Payouts For Freelancers

Cross-border payouts remain a key challenge for freelancers working globally. TerraPay and Raenest are partnering to simplify international income transfers.

Granite Asia Teams Up With DBS Bank In USD110 Million AI Investment Push

Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping financial services infrastructure. DBS Bank and Granite Asia are launching a USD110M partnership to support AI companies approaching public markets.

ThirdHome Taps Industry Veterans To Drive Southeast Asia Growth And Platform Innovation

ThirdHome expands its leadership team with two strategic hires to drive regional and product growth.

Nickel Asia Corp. Reports 312% Profit Growth On Strong Nickel Prices

Nickel Asia Corp. reported a 312% surge in profits for 2025, driven by stronger nickel prices and higher export volumes. The results highlight the Philippines’ growing role in global nickel supply chains.

Philippine Government Opens Auction For Semirara Coal Mining Contract

The Philippine government has opened bidding for major coal mining areas, including the strategic Semirara Island concession. The move introduces a competitive process ahead of the current contract’s 2027 expiration.

Regent Hong Kong Earns Spot Among China’s Top 100 Hotels In 2025 T+L China Travel Awards

Regent Hong Kong earns a spot among China’s Top 100 Hotels at the 2025 Travel + Leisure China Travel Awards.

International Energy Agency Flags Rising Coal Demand In Southeast Asia

The IEA reports that coal demand in Southeast Asia is growing faster than in most other regions, reflecting rising electricity needs. The transition challenge is becoming more complex.

Asia’s Fintech Regulators Turn Up The Heat On Crypto, Cyber Risk And AI Governance

A new Asia fintech regulatory update highlights tighter supervision of virtual assets and operational resilience. Fintech firms may need to reassess cross-border compliance strategies.

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