TikTok announces US$1.5b investment to GoTo’s e-commerce business in Indonesia

Jakarta, Indonesia – After multiple reports suggesting business talks between TikTok and GoTo in Indonesia, TikTok has announced that is investing a total of US$1.5b investment into GoTo. In it, Tokopedia and TikTok Shop Indonesia’s businesses will be combined under the existing PT Tokopedia entity. In an official statement, both...

Converge, Salesforce bring generative AI solutions with PH’s first technology-driven contact centre

Manila, Philippines – In an effort to bring technology-driven transformation to the scene, Converge ICT Solutions recently announced a strategic collaboration with Salesforce, a global technology company and AI customer relationship management platform, enhancing customer experiences and operational efficiency in the Philippines. In this collaboration, the two are geared towards...

Klook completes US$210m funding to support business growth, financial stability

Singapore – Travel services platform Klook has announced that it has completed its US$210m funding, supporting Klook’s business growth and fortifying its financial stability.  Klook will strategically allocate the new funds to three key areas for growth. Firstly, in product innovation, expanding its city pass offerings to enhance traveler convenience...

More than a third of Singaporeans engage in hotel loyalty programmes; Marriott Bonvoy, IHG One Rewards lead list

Singapore – Around 35%, or more than a third, of Singaporean consumers are members of at least one hotel loyalty programme, a survey from YouGov revealed. When asked about the top benefits hotel loyalty club members appreciate, the survey revealed that the most popular perk is redeeming loyalty points for...

HSBC’s new campaign harnesses wealth creation with strategic technology use and financial expertise

Singapore – HSBC, alongside its partnership with advertising agency Wunderman Thompson Singapore, has recently unveiled its latest marketing initiative, showcasing the exciting possibilities of wealth creation through the strategic technology use and global wealth expertise. For this campaign, the company aims to simplify the complexities of investments, encouraging individuals to...

SEPHORA Malaysia unwraps holiday season in style with first-ever 3D interactive show in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Global beauty retail brand SEPHORA has officially launched its latest 'Unwrap Their Beautiful' holiday season campaign, which featured a 3D interactive showcase on the capital city's largest 3D screens. SEPHORA’s ‘Unwrap Their Beautiful’ campaign invites visitors to a virtual journey of discovering their beauty power and...

Tim Hortons expands to SG: here’s what the coffee chain aims to boost growth in SEA

Singapore – After Tim Hortons APAC and multinational conglomerate Marubeni Corporation entered into an expansion partnership back in March this year, popular coffee chain Tim Hortons finally announced its debut in Singapore around November this year, with its first branch opening at VivoCity. The expansion plays off into a fierce...

Zurich Malaysia partners with Oyen to unveil first ever cat takaful product in Asia

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Insurance and takaful solutions provider Zurich Malaysia has joined forces with Malaysia-based pet insurance platform Oyen to introduce ‘Oyen Takaful Kucing’, the first-ever cat takaful product in Asia. Oyen and Zurich’s innovative collaboration aims to address the growing demand for takaful pet coverage that can provide...

Sue-Anne Lim named as new CEO of UM Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Universal McCann (UM) in Malaysia has named Sue-Anne Lim as its new chief executive officer. Her appointment officially takes effect on January 1, 2024; and officially replaces the interim management following Audrey Chong’s departure from the agency. Sue-Anne has a total of 20 years’ experience in...

Revolut welcomes holiday season in luxury with launch of exclusive 24k gold card in Singapore

Singapore – Global financial superapp Revolut has officially launched a first-of-its-kind, limited edition 24-karat gold-plated card for its users in Singapore. Revolut’s new gold card underscores the company’s goal of continuously providing its users with a variety of eye-catching card designs that are not only innovative but also involve the...