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Straker and IGUAZU have unveiled SwiftBridge, an AI tool aimed at helping Japanese firms meet new bilingual financial reporting regulations by 2025.

Seventy-five per cent of banks are set to increase investment in risk technology, as a global report highlights rising priorities amid macroeconomic challenges.

On International Women’s Day 2025, female leaders in tech call for urgent action towards gender equality, highlighting ongoing challenges and the need for systemic change.

Applications are now open for the Momentum Accelerator's National Security & Dual-Use Technology Cohort, offering up to USD $400,000 for startups.

Malaysia aims to become a high-tech hub, targeting a 25.5% digital economy contribution to GDP by 2025, bolstered by AI and cybersecurity investments.

OneUp Sales has successfully raised GBP £1.5 million to bolster its expansion into international markets, primarily targeting the United States.

Dubai's Disrupt.com has unveiled plans to invest USD $100 million in AI startups globally, aiming to boost technological growth amid a challenging funding landscape.

Despite hefty investments from Apple and Meta, a Forrester report reveals slow XR adoption, with only 35% of informed leaders deploying the technology.

The Asia Pacific data centre sector is set to need USD $116.2 billion in investment over the next five to seven years to meet burgeoning demand, says a new report.

EXA Infrastructure is significantly enhancing its fibre connectivity services in London with a GBP £100 million investment at Telehouse South, boosting capacity and sustainability.

Amplitude has reported a fourth-quarter revenue of USD $78.1 million, reflecting a 9% rise, while expanding its customer base to 591 clients above USD $100,000 in ARR.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.

The 2025 VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows high optimism among American and UK business leaders regarding technology, with 87% confident in its potential.

Ken Cheung has been appointed Chairman for Asia Pacific at Creative Capital Ventures, signalling a strong push into the region with a new €50 million fund.

ATech is launching the second round of its ATech Boost incubator programme, offering $100,000 in resources to support emerging tech startups until 3 April 2025.

AiDEN Auto secures $4.2 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round, boosting its total to $6.1 million, as it champions data privacy in vehicle technology.

Hurdle has unveiled ambitious global partnerships and a USD $20 million AI diagnostics platform aimed at transforming precision health by 2025.

Twine has secured USD $1.5 million from Airtree Ventures and investors, aiming to enhance its AI platform that turns customer interactions into actionable business insights.

Mercury Power and Apex Investments have teamed up to revolutionise data centre solutions, merging technical expertise and investment strength for sustainable growth.

Atturra forecasts impressive first-half earnings for fiscal 2025, with estimated revenue of AUD $140-142 million, reflecting a 26-28% increase from last year.