Business
TikTok: Southeast Asia’s app publishers should focus on growth beyond downloads
Southeast Asia's app publishers are shifting focus from downloads to retention, hybrid monetisation and control over platform-led growth.
Business
Southeast Asia finance professionals rank GenAI as top future skill as training lags
A survey by ACCA and CA ANZ reveals GenAI is the top future skill for Southeast Asian finance professionals, despite widespread gaps in formal…
Business
Rize raises US$31 million to expand low-emission rice farming in Southeast Asia
Rize has raised US$31 million to expand low-emission rice farming, traceability and agricultural technology across Southeast Asia.
Business
Local languages and mobile use drive Gemini’s growth across Southeast Asia
Gemini use more than doubled in Southeast Asia, driven by local-language prompts, mobile access and younger users.
Business
Google links YouTube shopping ads to marketplace checkout in Southeast Asia
Google is piloting YouTube shopping and affiliate ad tools with Shopee as it targets Southeast Asia’s video commerce market.
Business
TikTok adds Mini Dramas, Mini Games and AI ad tools for Southeast Asia app publishers
TikTok has introduced Mini Dramas, Mini Games and new AI ad tools for app and gaming publishers in Southeast Asia.
Business
Google Cloud opens AI accelerator linking Southeast Asia startups with Silicon Valley
Google Cloud launches a Southeast Asia AI startup accelerator linking founders with Silicon Valley and regional partners.
Gaming
OPPO sets US$100K campus esports finals in Malaysia after regional qualifiers
OPPO will host MLBB campus esports finals in Malaysia with a US$100K prize pool after regional qualifiers across Southeast Asia.
Business
Grab expands superapp with 13 AI-driven features across mobility, travel and merchant tools
Grab launches 13 AI-powered features across its superapp, spanning consumer services, travel, and merchant tools in Southeast Asia.
