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Grab’s Proposed Atome Acquisition Set to Supercharge Fintech Growth
S&P Global Ratings suggests the move will bolster Grab’s financial services capabilities across the region, including its presence in Malaysia.
Grab Finalises US$1.49 Billion Acquisition of Buy Now, Pay Later Firm Atome
The regional super-app will take a majority 60% stake in the digital lender to bolster its Southeast Asian financial services footprint.
Grab Moves to Acquire 60% Stake in Atome for US$1.49 Billion
The regional super-app aims to bolster its fintech dominance by integrating Atome’s lending infrastructure into its Southeast Asian ecosystem.
Grab Moves to Dominate Southeast Asian Credit with US$1.49B Atome Acquisition
The super-app’s controlling stake in the BNPL leader marks a pivot toward becoming a primary digital lender in the region.
Grab Acquires 60% Stake in Atome for RM6.1 Billion
The regional super-app moves to consolidate its fintech influence by taking a majority stake in the popular BNPL provider.
French Engineering Giant Segula Technologies Sets Sights on Malaysian Regional Hub
The international engineering firm is establishing a presence in Malaysia with an initial recruitment drive for 50 skilled positions.
Grab Reportedly Exploring Acquisition of Fintech Firm Atome
The regional super-app is reportedly eyeing a deal to absorb the SoftBank-backed buy-now-pay-later specialist as part of its ongoing aggressive expansion strategy.
Southeast Asian Mobile Network Emissions Climb 20% Amid Green Energy Hurdles
A new GSMA report highlights a significant rise in carbon emissions across regional telco operations despite increased data traffic and connectivity.
Grab Poised to Acquire Majority Stake in BNPL Provider Atome
The regional super-app is reportedly eyeing a controlling interest in the Singaporean financing platform in a deal valued over US$2 billion.
Maybank Maintains Positive Outlook on Grab Despite Intensifying Delivery Market Rivalry
Grab’s mobility growth and improved delivery margins are shielding the company from regional competitive pressures, according to recent analyst reports.
US Tariff Probe on Fatty Acids Threatens Global Kosher Food Supply
Proposed US duties on vegetable-based fatty acids from Malaysia could disrupt international kosher supply chains and increase consumer costs.
Carsome hits milestone with tenth consecutive profitable quarter
Malaysia-headquartered Carsome shifts focus from rapid expansion to sustained profitability as the used-car market matures.
CARSOME Hits RM33 Million EBITDA Milestone Amid Regional Growth
Malaysia’s leading car e-commerce platform reports a significant 38 percent increase in quarterly earnings as regional operations gain momentum.
StoreHub Secures ShardLab Funding as Transaction Volume Hits US$3.5 Billion
The regional commerce platform will partner with the Hashed-backed venture studio to develop new payment and rewards services for merchants and consumers.
StoreHub Partners With ShardLab To Revolutionise Payments And Rewards
Kuala Lumpur-based commerce platform StoreHub has secured strategic funding from Singaporean venture studio ShardLab to develop new consumer-facing payment and loyalty solutions.
Malaysia Seeks Asean-Led Diplomatic Resolution to Regional Transboundary Haze Crisis
Putrajaya intends to leverage regional diplomatic frameworks to tackle the recurring transboundary haze impacting national air quality and economic stability.
BA3.studio Launches AI-Driven Ecommerce Intelligence Platform for Southeast Asian Brands
New AI copilot tracks real-time pricing and competitive data across Shopee, TikTok Shop, and Lazada to help brands reclaim lost online market share.
WeChat Pay and ShopeePay Integrate Cross-Border Payment Services in Southeast Asia
Tencent’s TenPay Global is partnering with ShopeePay to allow seamless QR code payments across key Southeast Asian markets.
Genting Singapore Reports 29 Percent Dip in Half-Year Profits
The gaming and hospitality group saw core net profits fall to SGD227 million amid a challenging first half for the 2026 fiscal year.
Grab Reports Second Quarter Profit Surge Amid Scrutiny of Cash Flow
Grab Holdings posted a significant rise in quarterly profit, though concerns remain regarding the company's underlying operational spending.
Grab Raises Annual Revenue Outlook Amid Strong Southeast Asian Demand
The regional super-app lifted its profit and sales forecasts despite rising fuel costs and intensifying market competition.
Temus and Thinking Machines Data Science Partner to Expand Regional AI
The two firms have entered a strategic collaboration to scale enterprise artificial intelligence solutions across Southeast Asia.
