Companies

SoftBank, Grab and PETROS plan Malaysian AI infrastructure; Mitsui Chemicals agrees JSR acquisition; Rakuten establishes satellite venture; CTP expands in Vietnam.

The bank is investing in private equity fund HDFC Capital Advisors, and follows an investment in another Indian PE firm.

The Korean insurer is increasing ownership of the specialty (re)insurer to 80.6%, while KKR and the Korea Investment Corporation will hold 12.1% and 7.3% respectively.

Liang tells FA why the Taiwan-listed tech manufacturer is adding optical and system-level capabilities while retaining a diversified portfolio and a disciplined investment approach.

Slim relocates from Singapore to Tokyo to lead the firm's Japanese operations while retaining his regional fixed income responsibilities.

The securities firm plans further tokenised issuances in 2027 as it looks to expand institutional distribution and develop digital settlement capabilities.

Who's in charge when AI takes charge? Hong Kong's banking regulator launches Project SAGE as it explores safeguards for autonomous financial transactions.

Passenger flights are targeted for March 2027, with investment paced to aircraft deployment as cargo operations and maintenance plans advance.

The annual event comes as Hong Kong’s fintech industry shifts from technology trials towards regulated commercial applications.