I Squared Acquired oOh!media in $1.04B Deal
The US investment firm I Squared Capital is getting into the Asia Pacific region in a big way with two major deals. They have also bought Cella, which’s a logistics and warehousing business in Indonesia. Now they are also buying oOh!media, an outdoor advertising company in Australia, for A$1.04 billion,
Bringing Authenticity: Building What the West Has Never Imagined
Asian tech companies used to get labelled as “fast followers” — basically copying what the West had already built. But that label doesn’t fit anymore. Today, these companies are creating entirely new models — ones the West genuinely can’t replicate. It’s a real sign of how far their influence and
The Great Talent Migration
Behind all the buzz around unicorns and skyrocketing valuations, there’s a quiet crisis brewing. While these fast-growing tech companies race toward their next big breakthrough, they’re actually losing the very people who got them there in the first place — and that’s starting to expose real cracks in their growth
A Story of Misalignment Between Potential and Opportunity
Across Asia, from Bangalore to Beijing, companies show unstoppable operational strength. Whether managing complex supply chains, expanding into new regions, or leading fast-growing markets, Asian leaders are proven masters of execution. However, at the top tier of global leadership, the CEO suites in New York, London, or Zurich remain surprisingly
Supply Chain Ghosting: The Smartest Insurance Policy
Why the rise of ‘Ghost Supply Chains’ proves modern business survival requires more than just cost efficiency. The most important supply-chain lesson of the past five years has not been diversification. It has been preparedness! Business leaders have spent years responding to disruptions that arrived with little warning. Pandemic shutdowns,
Alibaba Reveals New Qwen3.5 to Lead AI Agent Race
Alibaba has launched its latest AI models, called Qwen3.5, as competition in China’s AI industry continues to grow. The new models are available in two versions. The open-weight version can be downloaded and used on people’s own computers or servers. Alibaba has also released a hosted version that runs on
Indigenous Knowledge Is Shaping Asia’s Technology Future
One of the most valuable development models for the Asia region is being ignored. Artificial Intelligence, Software Platforms, semiconductors and automation continue to dominate the landscape of venture capital, media coverage and policy discussions. In parallel, many leaders in South and Southeast Asia are creating tangible economic impacts by synthesising
Arrow Electronics Boosts Thailand Electronics Innovation
Arrow Electronics has signed partnership agreements with the Thai IoT Association (TIoTA) and the Thai Embedded Systems Association (TESA) to support the growth of Thailand’s technology and electronics industry. The three organisations will work together to promote the use of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things
Personal Loan vs Home Loan: Which Suits You Better?
When life puts you in an unexpected financial crisis or you’re planning to make a big investment, you might wonder, Should I take out a loan? With several options available, many people find themselves questioning whether to choose a personal loan or a home loan. This search for personal loan
Malaysia’s GDP Growth Slows to 5.4% in Q1, slowing from Q4
The Malaysian economy grew by 5.4% in the first quarter of 2026, compared with the prior quarter, which was expected to be higher. However, it remains quite impressive, as it has consistently been above 5% for the third consecutive quarter. Compared to Q4’2025 of 5.9%, there is an indication of
