Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Institutional trend intelligence tracks institutional market trends, regulatory pressure, standards activity, public-sector digital policy, governance reform, and infrastructure funding in Asia-Pacific, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.
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MAMPU: Leading digital transformation in Malaysia’s public sector
MAMPU, a key agency under Malaysia’s Prime Minister’s Department, was established with the goal of modernising and improving the efficiency of public sector management. The agency’s primary focus is on transforming public administration through the adoption of innovative…
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REDtone digital secures major government contract
REDtone digital: A leading force in malaysia’s digital transformation REDtone Digital Bhd, a prominent integrated telecommunications and digital infrastructure provider in Malaysia, has secured a RM398.1 million contract from the Malaysian Administrative Modernisation and…
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TRAI proposes 10-digit numbering system for landlines
What happened: TRAI recommends new 10-digit numbering system for landline users On February 6, 2025, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) recommended a new numbering system for landline users. The proposal suggests moving from the current Short Distance Charging Area…
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ABA urges regulatory update as digital payments grow in Australia
What happened: ABA calls for regulatory update as digital payments surge in Australia The Australian Banking Association (ABA) has called for a regulatory overhaul to address the rapid rise of digital payments in Australia. As cash transactions continue to decline, the ABA…
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KAF Digital Bank gets BNM and MOF approval
What happened: KAF Digital Bank Launches Operations in Malaysia KAF Digital Bank has received approval from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Ministry of Finance (MOF) to commence operations as a digital bank in Malaysia. This approval follows a thorough operational readiness…
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XTransfer gets MAS licence for cross-border payments
What happened: XTransfer secures MAS licence for payments XTransfer has successfully secured a licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), enabling the company to offer cross-border payment solutions in the region. This development comes as part of a strategic effort…
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Union Bank of India enhances digital rupee app accessibility
What happened: Union Bank enhances digital rupee app Union Bank of India has introduced significant accessibility features in its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) application, known as the Digital Rupee. This initiative marks the bank as the first public sector bank to offer…
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Malaysia declares Atomic Wallet as unauthorized operation
What happened: Malaysia flags Atomic Wallet for unlicensed activities Malaysia’s Securities Commission (SC) has issued a public warning against Atomic Wallet, declaring it an unauthorized operation in the country. According to the SC, the wallet provider has been offering its…
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New Zealand reduces merchant service fees on card payments
What happened: Commerce Commission addresses Google Pay fees New Zealand’s Commerce Commission has announced a draft decision to cut merchant service fees businesses pay when accepting Visa and Mastercard payments. These fees, which total nearly $1 billion annually, are a…
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Indonesia courts Elon Musk for xAI data centres in Southeast Asia
What happened: Indonesia Seeks xAI Partnership with Musk Indonesian officials are actively pursuing Elon Musk to establish his xAI startup in Southeast Asia, focusing on building new data centres in the country. According to The Wall Street Journal, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, a…
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China drives Bluetooth alternative as universal remotes rise
What happened: Star Flash launches universal remote standard Last week, China’s Electronics Video Industry Association approved a standard for universal remote controls, aimed at simplifying the user experience for consumers struggling with multiple remotes. The standard mandates…
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Singapore extends deadline for phasing out corporate cheques
What happened: Singapore to phase out corporate paper cheques The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has extended the deadline for phasing out corporate paper cheques. Banks will stop issuing new corporate cheque books by December 31, 2025, but the deadline to cease processing…
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Telstra acquires Boost Mobile for $100M
What happened Telstra Group, Australia’s largest telecommunications company, has taken a significant step in its multi-brand strategy by acquiring Boost Mobile in a deal valued at approximately $100 million. This move formalises a long-standing partnership between the two…
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Amazon-TikTok partnership a concern for security, says committee
What happened Amazon representative have met with the House China committee in recent months to address lawmakers’ concerns regarding the company’s collaboration with TikTok, according to CNBC. The discussion, which focused on a shopping agreement between Amazon and TikTok that…
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Vietnam is warning Shein and Temu: Register or be blocked
What happened Vietnam recently issued an ultimatum to Chinese e-commerce platforms Shein and Temu. The Vietnamese government has given them until the end of November to register with the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Vietnam’s deputy trade minister Nguyen Hoang Long said at a…
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Pro-Russian hacker groups are launching cyberattacks on S Korea
What happened Seoul’s presidential office announced on Friday (November 8) that pro-Russian hacktivist groups launched cyberattacks on South Korea following North Korea’s deployment of troops to support Russia’s war in Ukraine. After detecting some government and private websites…
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Australia proposes social media ban for children under 16
What happened Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on November 7 that the government is planning to introduce legislation prohibiting social media use for children under 16. This policy is setting a global precedent. Albanese said at a press conference, “Social…
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Japan’s semiconductor future depends on long-term plan
What happened A subcommittee of Japan’s Fiscal System Council has proposed a shift in the country’s semiconductor aid strategy, urging the government to move beyond ad hoc funding to a more structured, medium-term support plan. This proposal is rooted in the growing recognition…
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Thailand invests $2B in electronics to boost tech growth
What happened Thailand has approved $2 billion in investments to boost its data centers and electronics manufacturing sectors. The move is part of the government’s strategy to strengthen its digital infrastructure and enhance its role in the global tech market. A large portion of…
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Taiwan’s MediaTek navigates compliance amid political pressures
What happened In response to escalating trade and political tensions, MediaTek has expanded its compliance initiatives, driven by US policy changes that could impact Taiwanese chipmakers. CEO Rick Tsai recently highlighted MediaTek’s commitment to strict compliance to reassure…