STORIES
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…
By Yan li
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Qupital Unveils AI-Driven On-Chain Lending Protocol for E-Commerce Companies
A fintech company based in Hong Kong called Qupital has introduced an AI-driven on-chain lending protocol. This new system is meant to offer more automated trade financing to e-commerce businesses. The latest protocol uses AI-based credit monitoring, Ethereum contracts and USDC settlement to automate important parts of the lending process. These parts include loan disbursement […]
October 6, 2026
Ant International and HSBC Complete UAE Token Payment Pilot
Ant International and HSBC have completed a pilot for token-based payments in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), expanding their collaboration on digital payment and treasury solutions in the Middle East. The pilot included intra-UAE dirham transfers and cross-border US dollar payments from the UAE to markets such as Hong Kong and Singapore, according to Ant […]
October 6, 2026
Moonshot AI is aiming for an IPO in Hong Kong after reaching a valuation of $50 billion
A Beijing-based AI company called Moonshot AI has finished its private funding round with a value of about $50 billion. It is said that the company is getting ready for an IPO in Hong Kong during the first quarter of 2027. People who know about the situation say that the company is getting ready to […]
October 6, 2026
ReFit Global Secures $1 Mn to Grow Retail and Enter Gulf
ReFit Global, a company based in India that focuses on electronics has obtained $1 million in a seed funding round from a family office located in the UAE. The company will use the money to grow its network improve its ability to refurbish electronics upgrade its technology systems and get ready to enter the Gulf […]
October 6, 2026
CurvetAI Raises approx $622K to Expand AI Platform
CurvetAI, an AI workspace that brings multiple AI models onto one platform, has raised ₹6 crore (approx US$622K) in pre-seed funding. The round was led by Merak Ventures, with participation from a group of angel investors. The company will use the new capital to improve its technology infrastructure, expand its team and develop its AI […]
October 6, 2026
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INDUSTRY Insights
AI in Manufacturing: Use Cases, Benefits and Business Impact
Artificial intelligence is changing manufacturing in ways that are becoming harder to ignore. Factories have always relied on machines, data, and skilled workers, but AI is bringing these…
By Nguyen MinhRECENT ARTICLES
Donut Robotics Ready to Gets $1.9 Mn Investment for Growth in Robotics
Japanese robotics company Donut Robotics is going to get $1.9 million in funding as it continues to work on its robots and communication technology. The company has been working on technology that allows robots to talk with people. Its efforts include robots, recognizing speech and translating it with uses in areas like tourism, retail and […]
October 6, 2026
Axiata Group CEO Nik Rizal Kamil Joins GSMA Board to Shape Global Mobile Industry
Nik Rizal Kamil, Group CEO and Managing Director of Axiata Group Bhd, has been appointed to the Board of the GSMA for a two-year term starting in January 2027. The GSMA represents mobile operators and companies across the wider digital ecosystem. It works with industry leaders, policymakers and technology partners on areas including digital inclusion, […]
October 6, 2026
Beyond Appliances Secures $10.4 Mn to Expand Manufacturing and Product Portfolio
Bengaluru-based smart kitchen appliances company Beyond Appliances has Secures ₹110 crore (US$10.4 million) in a Series B funding round led by Fireside Ventures. Dharana Capital and other investors also participated in the round. The company will use the fresh capital to expand its manufacturing capacity, strengthen product development and enter new kitchen appliance categories. The […]
October 6, 2026
Coda Appoints Moonmoon Varma as Chief People Officer
Singapore-based Coda has appointed Moonmoon Varma as Chief People Officer. The company announced the appointment on October 6, 2026. Varma will head Coda’s global people and talent team. She joins the company with more than two decades of experience in human resources across Asia Pacific and Europe. Moonmoon Varma Brings 20+ Years of HR Experience […]
October 6, 2026
ideaForge CEO Ankit Mehta Pledges 2.8 Lakh Shares for Personal Financial Needs
Ankit Mehta, promoter and CEO of ideaForge has pledged two point eight lakh shares, which’s 0.56 percent of ideaForge’s total shares to Infina Finance Pvt Ltd for his own financial needs. A filing on the stock exchange shows that the pledge began on September 28 2026. After this transaction Ankit Mehta’s total pledged shares grew […]
October 5, 2026
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