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Businesses could see faster, cheaper international payouts as the tie-up lets funds settle through local clearing systems rather than correspondent banks.
Pressure is mounting on firms to show returns, as 78% of organisations say AI projects have failed or stalled at pilot stage.
Currenxie's Dublin launch of an EEA business account targets SMEs trading with Asia-Pacific, amid pressure to fix costly cross-border payments.
Currenxie enters the EEA from Dublin with multi-currency business accounts, targeting SMEs seeking faster cross-border payments.
Users could let AI assistants pay and move stablecoins under authorisation, as OwlTing ties the wallet to its regulated payment rails.
Travel customers in seven markets can now buy and manage eSIM data inside the ShopBack app, avoiding roaming charges and extra sign-ups.
Strong cash generation and steady water and energy demand left Veolia on track to meet its 2026 targets after first-quarter sales rose 1.0%.
Rising demand for cross-market corporate events has prompted Spalba to deepen its APAC push, with Singapore as the regional hub.
Advertisers gain broader access to LG Smart TV home-screen inventory as the partners add Italy, Greece and Cyprus and widen APAC coverage.
Rising cyber risk across Asia-Pacific is helping channel partners win business as KnowBe4 spotlights top resellers in Singapore.
Advertisers are being offered access to affluent hotel guests in Sydney, as The Travel Network rolls out screens and QR codes across luxury stays.
Construction safety monitoring is set to improve as Gammon's AI platform detected 60% more risk factors than traditional inspections at pilot sites.
Sustainability targets will now affect pay reviews at Ant International, as the payments firm widens internal accountability beyond financial results.
Independent testing showed the firm's face checks can block spoofing on mainstream phones while avoiding friction for genuine users.
Fujifilm turns Auckland headquarters into a photography hub with printing, workshops and exhibition space, its biggest such venue in the Southern Hemisphere.
Rising email fraud is driving KnowBe4's regional expansion, as security chiefs warn that AI-made attacks are targeting Asia's businesses.
Taiwan’s banks and fund managers are getting new digital asset infrastructure as stricter rules push firms to prioritise compliance and custody.
Despite widespread trust and security fears, 15% of Singapore consumers have used autonomous AI in the past six months, EY found.
In China, the delivery platform has lifted new energy vehicle fulfilment above 60%, three years ahead of its 2028 target, cutting emissions.
The Bangkok event linked DayOne’s data centre build-out to hiring and training, with more than 600 technology and AI roles on offer.
