Martech firm OpenMinds Group collaborates with Asia Pacific University to launch student-led creative service

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Southeast Asian martech firm OpenMinds Group has officially announced their partnership with the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), a private Malaysian university that aims to bring out the next generation of creative talent to the industry.Through this partnership called ‘OpenCreative’, OpenMinds Group and...

EnterpriseSG, IMDA launch GenAI sandbox dedicated for SMEs

Singapore – Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) launched the GenAI Sandbox for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) today. This is a first step in enabling local SMEs greater access to GenAI and builds on both agencies’ ongoing efforts to strengthen AI development and ecosystem in...

PLDT and Smart partner with PPSA to provide digital upskilling initiatives for Filipino coops and MSMEs

Manila, Philippines – Local telecommunications company PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications recently partnered with the Philippines Partnership for Sustainable Agriculture (PPSA) to roll out a digital upskilling learning session for Filipino cooperatives (coops), MSMEs, and local entrepreneurs.Under their digital upskilling-to-e-commerce program dubbed ‘eBiznovation’, PLDT, Smart, and PPSA provide...

Khazanah, CGC Digital empower MSMEs’ financial accessibility with Funding Societies investment

Singapore – Following the company's commitment to enhancing financial accessibility to MSMEs, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, in collaboration with CGC Digital, has recently announced a strategic investment in Funding Societies, a small and medium enterprise digital finance platform in Southeast Asia. The investment targets expansion in areas beyond Kuala Lumpur, Selangor,...

WorldFirst empowers SMEs with e-commerce digital finance solutions in Southeast Asia

Azunta Gaviola

Philippines – As a key to catalysing e-commerce growth for online sellers, WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform for cross-border trade SMEs has recently revealed its plan to launch its latest digital finance solutions. The platform will cater to new southeast Asian markets including Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines,...

PLDT, Smart leverage ‘eBiznovation’ expansion for MSMEs with Tiktok Shop

Azunta Gaviola

Manila, Philippines – In pursuit of growing their businesses online, internet and digital service providers PLDT and Smart have announced the expansion of their digital upskilling to e-commerce program.  Called eBiznovation initiative, the program supports the businesses of local entrepreneurs, cooperatives and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the...

Grab opens first physical merchant centre to support SG SMEs

Singapore – Grab has recently announced the opening of its first physical merchant centre in Singapore in order to support local SMEs in their digital growth, as well as offering them a physical space for networking. The Grab Merchant Centre, located in Grab’s one-north headquarters, is a one-stop shop for...

Straits Interactive unveils generative AI software suite catered to SMEs

Singapore – Straits Interactive has announced the launch of Capabara, a suite of software designed to empower SMEs by harnessing the power of generative AI, featuring ChatGPT-like capabilities, to support their business objectives.  The Capabara platform, which is consisted of the Capabara AI Assistant, the Knowledge System, and Capability Management;...

TikTok Shop gives Malaysian SMEs boost for Single’s Day sales event 

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – With the holiday season around the corner, TikTok Shop gives Malaysian SMEs a boost during this 11.11 sales period by providing greater support for local small businesses with a brand spotlight segment.  Focusing on Malaysian local brands, Tiktok Shop’s spotlight segment promoted several brands including dessini,...

UnionBank unveils new brand for bank’s dedicated MSME business banking

Azunta Gaviola

Mandaluyong, Philippines – As part of the Powered Up campaign, UnionBank has recently unveiled ‘UB Negosyante’, an innovative solution for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country.  Through this initiative, the banking firm intends to support MSMEs in elevating their business and entrepreneurial journeys, regardless of whether they...