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David Duong: From Struggles to Success in Recycling
David Duong is the founder and owner of California Waste Solutions (CWS) in the United States and Vietnam Waste Solutions (VWS) in Vietnam. He is a successful businessman…
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Hang Lung Appoints Leo Tsoi Tak Lun as New CEO and Executive Director
Hang Lung Group and Hang Lung Properties have appointed Leo Tsoi Tak Lun as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Executive Director, effective October 1, 2026. He will succeed Weber Lo, who will remain in the role until September 30, 2026. Leo Tsoi will join Hang Lung on September 7, 2026 as CEO Designate […]
August 7, 2026
Enrola Raises $2.1 Mn Seed Funding to Grow AI-Powered Sales Platform
Enrola has raised US$2.1 million in Seed funding to develop AI agents that help consumer-facing businesses engage potential customers and increase sales. The funding round was led by Purpose Ventures, with participation from existing investors Antler, AfterWork Ventures, and Skalata. The investment comes after Enrola shifted its focus from its original education comparison platform to […]
August 7, 2026
Air India Appoints Tewolde Gebremariam as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth
Air India has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD). He will succeed Campbell Wilson in the leadership role. The Tata Group-owned airline is entering its next phase of growth and will focus on expanding its business while improving profitability. “The Board of Directors of Air India today […]
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IAIG Raises $6 Mn Pre-Seed to Build AI-Powered Software Startups
IAIG (Inevitable AI Group) has raised US$6 million in a pre-seed funding round. The investment was led by Aleph, with participation from several well-known angel investors. The company plans to use the new funding to grow its AI business, expand its operations, and accelerate its future development. Instead of creating just one startup, IAIG works […]
August 7, 2026
Arbe Robotics Appoints Assaf Pereg as Chief Financial Officer to Support Growth
Arbe Robotics, a company that develops ultra-high-resolution radar technology, has appointed Assaf Pereg, CPA, as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Assaf Pereg will officially take on the role from August 30, 2026. He will replace Karine Pinto-Flomenboim, who is leaving the company. Assaf Pereg has nearly 20 years of experience in financial leadership, working […]
August 6, 2026
INDUSTRY Insights
Best Chinese Electric Cars in 2026: Top 10 EVs Worth Buying
Chinese electric cars have gone from being overlooked to becoming some of the most talked-about vehicles on the road. A few years ago, many buyers were hesitant about…
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Bengaluru-Based HomeRun Secures $12 Mn to Scale 60-Minute Building Material Delivery
HomeRun, a construction materials quick-commerce startup based in Bengaluru, has raised US$12 million in a Series A+ funding round. The funding round was led by Nexus Venture Partners. Existing investors Sorin Investments, Titan Capital, Sparrow Capital, and Consumer Collective by Atrium also participated. HomeRun will use the new funding to expand its business into new […]
August 6, 2026
Infor Appoints Yuka Kanemitsu as President of Infor Japan to Drive AI and Cloud Growth
Infor, a company that provides industry-specific cloud software, has appointed Yuka Kanemitsu as the President and Representative Director of Infor Japan. In her new role, Yuka Kanemitsu will oversee Infor’s business strategy and daily operations across Japan. She will work to improve customer success, build stronger partnerships, and drive business growth in Japan, one of […]
August 6, 2026
Acrab Raises $130 Mn Series B to Scale Next-Generation AI Computing Platform
Acrab has raised US$130 million in a Series B funding round. The company received continued support from existing investors Vertex Ventures SEA & India and Vertex Growth, along with new institutional investors from Europe and Southeast Asia. With this latest investment, Acrab has now raised more than US$350 million in total funding. The company also […]
August 6, 2026
Macnica Acquires Majority Stake in Orangeleaf Consulting to Accelerate Digital Transformation
Orangeleaf Consulting Holdings (OLC), a Singapore-registered and Malaysian-founded digital transformation and enterprise software consulting company, has announced that Macnica Inc. has acquired a majority stake in the business. The companies did not disclose the financial details of the deal. Orangeleaf Consulting operates across Malaysia, Japan, and Singapore. The company helps businesses with digital transformation and […]
August 6, 2026
AI Startup Pinegap Raises $8 Million Series A to Transform Equity Research
Pinegap, an AI-powered equity research startup, has raised US$8 million (over ₹76 crore) in a Series A funding round. The investment was led by Stellaris Venture Partners, with participation from existing investors Silicon Valley Quad and DeVC. Pinegap, which is based in New York and also has an office in Bengaluru, will use the new […]
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