Tinder rolls out new public awareness campaign to safeguard against romance scams

Singapore – Popular dating app Tinder has rolled out a new public awareness campaign to safeguard users in Southeast Asia against romance scams. The in-app campaign is part of Tinder’s commitment to ensure the platform provides a safe space where users can make meaningful connections. From August 28 to September...

Here’s how Spotify’s new Pinoy hip-hop initiative ‘Kalye X’ rolled out

Manila, Philippines – Spotify has launched a new music initiative titled ‘Kalye X’ dedicated to continuously promoting the Pinoy hip-hop in their platform, as well as dedicated to collaborations between artists, fans, and the community. As part of this new initiative, Spotify worked with emerging and established Pinoy hip-hop artists...

Indonesia video industry to reach US$3.7b by 2028: report

Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesian video industry is set to reach a value of US$2.5b this year and ballooning up to US$3.7b in 2028, a new report from Media Partners Asia has stated. According to the report, TV’s share, including net advertising and subscription, dropped to 48% from 56% in...

Habitap, JLL announce strategic partnership to create super-app for tenants

Singapore – Asian smart living management system Habitap announced a strategic partnership with real estate company JLL to curate a super-app that provides a smart building experience with a range of smart functionalities for JLL's clients. Powered by Habitap, the super app called ‘COMPASS SG’ allows JLL clients access to...

Hypothesis introduces new creator discovery platform ‘DiscoveryOS’ to air in brand’s influencer marketing efforts

Mumbai, India – Hypothesis, OML’s influencer intelligence platform, officially announced its groundbreaking module, DiscoveryOS, a creator discovery platform set to transform how brands and agencies connect with authentic creators. DiscoveryOS is a search engine that aims to redefine the way brands discover and collaborate with influencers by harnessing the power...

Increasing preference for digital banking, newer payment modes seen amongst ASEAN consumers: report

Singapore – Adoption and usage of digital banking and payment channels showed an encouraging trajectory among ASEAN consumers based on the latest study conducted by UOB. The latest study revealed that 55% of respondents had increased usage of their mobile banking app over the past year, with Internet banking via...

Sports streaming sites encounter surge in first-time downloads in line with FIFA Women’s World Cup: report

Singapore – Official sports streaming applications and those with close associations to the tournament or FIFA itself observed a huge increase in user acquisition activity as the FIFA Women’s World Cup tournament came to a culmination, according to the latest report from data.ai. All around the world, streaming partners given...

Kumu, Ookbee Thailand launches new chat-style novel app TypeKita in PH

Manila, Philippines – Filipino video sharing and e-commerce social platform Kumu partnered with digital publication platform Ookbee Thailand to launch the new chat-style novel application TypeKita that aims to empower young Filipino readers and storytellers. TypeKita introduces a chat-fiction format that elevates the digital novel experience and gives readers the...

IDN Media acquires livestreaming monetisation platform Saweria

Jakarta, Indonesia – Media platform IDN Media has announced that it has acquired local livestreaming monetisation platform Saweria, in a bid of improving its livestreaming business ecosystem, while also supporting the local content creator economy. The synergy between IDN Media and Saweria is anticipated to substantially expand the economic potential...

JobStreet introduces new in-app learning and community platform to offer upskilling opportunities in SG

Singapore – Online employment platform JobStreet, a career and talent partner by SEEK, announced the launch of its free learning platform, seekMAX, to empower Singaporeans and help them seek better careers through upskilling and new job opportunities. JobStreet’s seekMAX is an innovative in-app learning platform designed with the aim of...