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Daily Tech News: Astroscale, Mezzofy, SPX Express, Anext Bank, Boost Bank, Botsync
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Astroscale’s Stellar IPO: Sweeping Up the Space Junk
Astroscale’s IPO raised $153M, valuing the space debris removal startup at $632M.
Shares soared 51% on debut, with a market cap nearing $1B.
Astroscale aims to make orbital cleanup routine by 2030.
Mezzofy Secures $2M in Pre-Series A Funding for Global Expansion
Mezzofy raises $2M to expand digital coupon platform.
The startup supports transferable QR code coupons.
Mezzofy has handled 400M coupons across 15 markets.
Vietnamese E-Bike Startups Unfazed by Foreign Competition, Set Sights on Expansion
Vietnamese e-bike startups Dat Bike and Selex Motors confident against foreign rivals.
Both secured funding from well-known investors.
Startups focus on charging solutions and regional expansion.
Shopee’s Logistics Triumph: Efficiency Gains Propel Record Revenue
Shopee’s in-house logistics arm, SPX Express, drives record Q1 revenue of $2.7B.
Analysts view SPX Express as a significant competitive advantage for Shopee.
However, Shopee faces challenges from rivals and needs to achieve sustainable cost control.
Anext Bank’s Global Growth, Empowering MSMEs Beyond Borders
Anext Bank doubled its customer base, driving a 6x increase in cross-border transactions.
Singapore clients expanded globally, while international talent flocked to the bank.
Anext empowers MSMEs to access global markets through technology and innovation.
Boost Bank Launches in Malaysia, A New Era of Digital Banking
Boost Bank, a joint venture between Boost Holdings and RHB Bank, launches in Malaysia.
Boost Bank offers perks for transacting with launch partners.
Boost joins two operational digibanks, with two more consortia holding licenses in Malaysia.
Botsync Raises $5.2M to Boost Manufacturing Automation Software
Botsync raises $5.2M Series A for manufacturing automation software.
Company’s SyncOS connects machines across programming languages.
Startup expects 150% revenue growth in 2024.
Asana’s New Sidekick: AI Teammates Join the Workforce
Asana introduces AI teammates to work alongside humans.
Company aims to create transparency and structure around AI.
Firm encourages human supervision to ensure alignment with company values.
Travel Revival: Asia-Pacific on the Rise!
Guest Author: Darryl Han
Asia-Pacific travel is bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels.
Southeast Asia is a hit with younger travelers.
Businesses must adapt to evolving travel preferences across generations.
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