Category: Startups

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Xpress EV Taxi Launches at PITX, Strengthening Passenger Safety at the Country’s Largest Transport Hub
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Xpress EV Taxi Launches at PITX, Strengthening Passenger Safety at the Country’s Largest Transport Hub

Full-time, screened drivers and 24/7 EV fleet now serving commuters at PITX Terminal 3 entrance. MANILA, Philippines…

BookingAssist Launches in the Philippines to Help Salons, Clinics, and Home Services Turn Messages into Bookings and Sales​
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BookingAssist Launches in the Philippines to Help Salons, Clinics, and Home Services Turn Messages into Bookings and Sales​

BookingAssist has launched in the Philippines, offering an AI-powered platform that turns customer chat messages into confirmed…

Xpress Expands Salaried Driver Model With Full Benefits as MMDA Reports Over 62,000 Road Crashes in Metro Manila
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Xpress Expands Salaried Driver Model With Full Benefits as MMDA Reports Over 62,000 Road Crashes in Metro Manila

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) recorded 62,723 road crash incidents in Metro Manila from January to…

“Create & Enjoy Hefei” Officially Launched to Build a New Ecosystem for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Services
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“Create & Enjoy Hefei” Officially Launched to Build a New Ecosystem for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Services

On February 24, Hefei officially released its comprehensive innovation and entrepreneurship service platform — “Create & Enjoy…

Nestopa Approaches 3-Year Milestone, Expanding from Early AI Adoption to Industry Connector in Thailand’s Real Estate Market
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Nestopa Approaches 3-Year Milestone, Expanding from Early AI Adoption to Industry Connector in Thailand’s Real Estate Market

As Nestopa approaches its third anniversary since launching in April 2023, the Thailand-based modern digital property marketplace…

Media Release – ACCAN welcomes people-first review of Triple Zero framework
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Media Release – ACCAN welcomes people-first review of Triple Zero framework

Peak communications consumer body ACCAN has welcomed the Minister for Communications’, Anika Wells MP, announcement today of…

SpeakersCon 2026: Redefining Authenticity in an AI-Shaped World
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SpeakersCon 2026: Redefining Authenticity in an AI-Shaped World

On February 11, 2026, at SPACE at One Ayala, leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and aspiring professionals gathered not…

Umasenso Launches Growth Operating System for Philippine Service Businesses
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Umasenso Launches Growth Operating System for Philippine Service Businesses

Umasenso has launched a Growth Operating System designed for Philippine service businesses. Founded by Richard Noromor, Umasenso…

Drivers Shift to Greener Vehicles as Infrastructure and Institutional Support Strengthen Electrification Pathways
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Drivers Shift to Greener Vehicles as Infrastructure and Institutional Support Strengthen Electrification Pathways

Xpress Super App reports growing driver migration toward hybrid and electric vehicles as operating economics improve and…

Axcron Pte Ltd Enters Malaysia, Bringing East–West AI Integration to Power Enterprise Digital Transformation
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Axcron Pte Ltd Enters Malaysia, Bringing East–West AI Integration to Power Enterprise Digital Transformation

Axcron Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based enterprise software and AI advisory firm, has expanded into Malaysia to offer…

Axcron Champions Ethical and Governed AI Adoption in Malaysia, Backed by Singapore’s AI Governance Leadership
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Axcron Champions Ethical and Governed AI Adoption in Malaysia, Backed by Singapore’s AI Governance Leadership

Axcron Pte Ltd is promoting ethical and well-governed AI adoption in Malaysia by applying internationally recognized standards…

Xpress Scales Hybrid Taxis and Electric Motorbikes in Parallel as Charging Infrastructure Expands
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Xpress Scales Hybrid Taxis and Electric Motorbikes in Parallel as Charging Infrastructure Expands

Xpress is scaling hybrid taxis and electric motorcycle taxis at the same time, aligning fleet growth with…

Axcron Launches AI Knowledge Sharing Initiative to Help Malaysian Enterprises Accelerate Growth with Generative AI
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Axcron Launches AI Knowledge Sharing Initiative to Help Malaysian Enterprises Accelerate Growth with Generative AI

Axcron Pte Ltd has launched a knowledge-sharing initiative in Malaysia to help enterprises better understand and scale…

How to Start Trading Responsibly: A Beginner’s Guide for New Traders
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How to Start Trading Responsibly: A Beginner’s Guide for New Traders

In recent years, financial market trading has become more accessible than ever thanks to significant advances in…

Pinoy Pride Roars! Pinoy Teams Make Waves with Two Top 4 Finishes at CFLC Manila Finals
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Pinoy Pride Roars! Pinoy Teams Make Waves with Two Top 4 Finishes at CFLC Manila Finals

​Three-month SEA esports spectacle culminates with Vietnamese victory, showcasing mobile FPS growth across five markets​ The inaugural…

How One Local Restaurant Got 227+ Calls In a Month Without Spending a Cent on Ads
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How One Local Restaurant Got 227+ Calls In a Month Without Spending a Cent on Ads

Inside the SEO System That’s Quietly Dominating Google — Harry’s Way Kuala Lumpur, 13th February 2026 Most…

Bitget Wallet doubles tokenized stock offerings, expanding US market access for Filipino investors
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Bitget Wallet doubles tokenized stock offerings, expanding US market access for Filipino investors

Bitget Wallet, a leading non-custodial crypto wallet with over 80 million users, has officially doubled its tokenized…

GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading Battlegrounds Concludes with Live IRL Finals and Crowned Champion
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GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading Battlegrounds Concludes with Live IRL Finals and Crowned Champion

Event Overview: From Online Qualifiers to a Live Trading Finale The GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading…

Why Smart Money Is Looking First at Electric Moto-Taxis in the Philippines
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Why Smart Money Is Looking First at Electric Moto-Taxis in the Philippines

Smart capital in the Philippines is increasingly looking first at electric moto-taxis as the fastest-moving layer of…

CUSTA Launches Next-Gen Design Editor to Simplify Complex Customization for SMEs
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CUSTA Launches Next-Gen Design Editor to Simplify Complex Customization for SMEs

CUSTA empowers SMEs with unprecedented branding flexibility through its new editor, featuring automated cost optimization and a…

ASUENE Conducts Pre-Event GHG Emissions Measurement for Tokyo Marathon 2026, Making It Japan’s First Marathon to Disclose Full Scope 1-3 Emissions
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ASUENE Conducts Pre-Event GHG Emissions Measurement for Tokyo Marathon 2026, Making It Japan’s First Marathon to Disclose Full Scope 1-3 Emissions

ASUENE Inc., in collaboration with the Tokyo Marathon Foundation, has conducted a pre-event measurement of total GHG…

Pinoy Pride at Stake! KDM and VF Advance to CrossFire: Legends Championship Semi-Finals in Manila
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Pinoy Pride at Stake! KDM and VF Advance to CrossFire: Legends Championship Semi-Finals in Manila

The heat is on as the CrossFire: Legends Championship (CFLC) 2025-2026 enters its final, heart-pounding stretch right…

Xpress Super App Leads Electric Moto-Taxi Shift with Backing from Aboitiz Power Group and Longtime Partner Cebuana Lhuillier
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Xpress Super App Leads Electric Moto-Taxi Shift with Backing from Aboitiz Power Group and Longtime Partner Cebuana Lhuillier

Xpress Super App is advancing the Philippines’ transition to cleaner transport by scaling an electric moto-taxi model…

How One Local Restaurant Got 227+ Calls In a  Month Without Spending a Cent on Ads
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How One Local Restaurant Got 227+ Calls In a Month Without Spending a Cent on Ads

Inside the SEO System That’s Quietly Dominating Google — Harry’s Way Kuala Lumpur, 4th February 2026 Most…

Conglomerate-Backed EV Moto-Taxis Move Toward Commercial-Scale Deployment in the Philippines
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Conglomerate-Backed EV Moto-Taxis Move Toward Commercial-Scale Deployment in the Philippines

Electric moto-taxis in the Philippines are moving from pilot programs to commercial-scale deployment, led by Xpress Super…

iRealtee.com Introduces Rental Management System for Philippine Property Operations
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iRealtee.com Introduces Rental Management System for Philippine Property Operations

Makati City, Philippines — January 30, 2026 — iRealtee.com, a Philippine-built real estate brokerage operating system, today…

TradingPRO Launches TradeStorm Africa Trading Contest to Engage Competitive Traders
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TradingPRO Launches TradeStorm Africa Trading Contest to Engage Competitive Traders

TradingPRO has launched the TradeStorm Africa Trading Contest, a regional trading competition designed to engage traders through…

GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading Battlegrounds Advances to IRL Finals on January 30, 2026
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GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading Battlegrounds Advances to IRL Finals on January 30, 2026

GN Club, in partnership with OKX Wallet, has officially concluded the online qualifier stage of Trading Battlegrounds,…

TradingPRO Unveils Fresh Brand Identity as It Enters Its 10th Year of Growth
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TradingPRO Unveils Fresh Brand Identity as It Enters Its 10th Year of Growth

A Modern Look to Reflect Long-Term Vision To mark its tenth anniversary, TradingPRO has transitioned away from…

ASUENE Supports Kao in Integrating Global GHG emissions data and ESG Data for SSBJ, CDP, and CSRD Compliance
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ASUENE Supports Kao in Integrating Global GHG emissions data and ESG Data for SSBJ, CDP, and CSRD Compliance

As sustainability disclosure requirements continue to evolve globally, companies are increasingly required to comply with multiple reporting…

“No Data, No Talk”: How Data Fundraising Is Redefining SME Growth in ASEAN
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“No Data, No Talk”: How Data Fundraising Is Redefining SME Growth in ASEAN

This message took centre stage at the Data Fundraising Masterclass (12–14 December 2025) organised by BizPal by…

HostScore Publishes Performance Test Results with CLDY Hosting and Launches Web Hosting Finder
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HostScore Publishes Performance Test Results with CLDY Hosting and Launches Web Hosting Finder

HostScore has released new WooCommerce performance test results based on a live deployment on CLDY’s hosting platform,…

Supporting AI-Ready Infrastructure: How Callnet Solution Aligns with Dell Technologies’ AI Direction
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Supporting AI-Ready Infrastructure: How Callnet Solution Aligns with Dell Technologies’ AI Direction

Artificial intelligence is reshaping enterprise IT across applications, infrastructure, data, and workplace environments. While many organizations are…

Malaysia Construction & Building Materials Expo 2026 to Be Held on February 11–12, 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Malaysia Construction & Building Materials Expo 2026 to Be Held on February 11–12, 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Malaysia Construction & Building Materials Expo 2026 (MCBME 2026) is scheduled to take place on February…

RevComm Appoints Hargunadi Soemantri as Country Manager in Indonesia
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RevComm Appoints Hargunadi Soemantri as Country Manager in Indonesia

Jakarta, January 14, 2026 — RevComm Inc., a Japan-based provider of MiiTel, an AI voice analytics solution,…

Callnet Solution Renews Dell Technologies Gold Partner Status for 2026
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Callnet Solution Renews Dell Technologies Gold Partner Status for 2026

Callnet Solution Sdn Bhd has renewed its Dell Technologies Gold Partner status for 2026, continuing its collaboration…

Laban Pilipinas! KDM and VF Lead the Charge as CrossFire: Legends Championship SEA Regional Stage Kicks Off
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Laban Pilipinas! KDM and VF Lead the Charge as CrossFire: Legends Championship SEA Regional Stage Kicks Off

The battle for tactical supremacy has officially moved to the regional stage! The CrossFire: Legends Championship (CFLC)…

Digital Asset Academy Honoured with Global Achiever of The Year Award 2025
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Digital Asset Academy Honoured with Global Achiever of The Year Award 2025

Dr. Sulistya Putra, ST, MA, Founder of Digital Asset Academy honoured with Global Achievers Award 2025 Singapore,…

Metro Manila BPO Job Seekers Pivot to Verified Portals as Social Media Hiring Fades
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Metro Manila BPO Job Seekers Pivot to Verified Portals as Social Media Hiring Fades

Recruitment teams report structured platforms streamline high-volume hiring, while applicants prioritize transparency and status updates. MANILA, Philippines…

Why XRP Investors Are Shifting to IO DeFi for Stable and Predictable Daily Income
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Why XRP Investors Are Shifting to IO DeFi for Stable and Predictable Daily Income

To address this, a growing number of XRP holders are choosing a smarter strategy—earning predictable daily income…