SEA’s tech ecosystem gains momentum with US$99.5M raised in March

When Yoon Suk Yeol became president, he displayed authoritarian tendencies by relocating the presidential office and cracking down on dissent, culminating in a declaration of martial law. South Koreans, who cherish their hard-won democracy, swiftly mobilized to oppose his actions, leading to his impeachment and removal from office. While this episode exposed vulnerabilities in the country's democracy, it also showcased the resilience of its institutions and the commitment of its citizens to uphold democratic values....

Coach Sarina Wiegman expressed satisfaction with England's progress in their 5-0 Nations League victory over Belgium, ahead of their Euros title defense in three months. Despite a shaky end to 2024, including losses to Germany and France, England bounced back with wins over Spain and Belgium, positioning them well in their group. Wiegman emphasized the importance of preparation and development, highlighting the team's growing connections and positive momentum heading into the upcoming tournament in Switzerland....

US President Donald Trump failed to finalize a deal to sell Chinese-owned TikTok to American investors and issued an executive order extending the deadline by 75 days to keep the app operational. Trump stated in a Truth Social post that more work is needed for necessary approvals, expressing hope to reach an agreement with China despite tensions over tariffs. The US Supreme Court upheld a TikTok ban, leaving the app's fate uncertain as it faces...

Margaret Key, CEO of MSL APAC, has had a successful career in global communications, notably becoming the first female CEO of Burson-Marsteller Asia-Pacific in 2015. Under her leadership, MSL APAC has achieved double-digit profit margins, top-line growth, and greater market diversification for top clients. Key's commitment to sustainability, inclusive leadership, and women's empowerment has positioned MSL as a thought leader in the region, exemplified by initiatives like the Women's Forum Asia Barometer, which aims to...

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been ousted from office by the Constitutional Court for violating the constitution and declaring martial law, becoming the second president to be impeached, with the court ruling his actions as an attempt to seize emergency power. The country remains in a political crisis, exacerbated by US President Trump's tariffs on South Korean exports, with efforts to address the economic impact and prepare for new elections in June to...

C2X secures $100m investment from A.P. Møller Holding, A.P. Møller – Mærsk, and ENEOS to fund the final development phase of the BLRE project in Louisiana, producing green methanol for Maersk and other customers. The project will use SunGas’ gasification system to convert biomass into low-carbon methanol, with construction starting in the second half of 2026. The investment will also advance C2X’s other projects in Spain, Egypt, and the US, with ENEOS joining as a...