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Dubai Business Forum returns to China with 2026 Shenzhen edition

The 2026 Shenzhen forum builds on that momentum, following earlier editions held in Beijing, London, Hamburg, and New York.
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Airwallex deepens APAC expansion with South Korea entry via Paynuri acquisition

The deal extends Airwallex’s model of entering regulated markets through local license holders, reducing friction.
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Anta pushes higher with Puma stake as domestic pressures mount

That speculation was confirmed earlier today, when Anta Sports announced it had agreed to acquire a 29.06% stake in Puma from ...
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Singapore Exchange offers crypto futures for “advanced” traders

As the crypto market developed, opportunities for basis trading were created. SGX is hoping that its crypto derivatives will ...
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China’s investors double down on AI frontrunners as StepFun raises RMB 5 billion

StepFun has raised more than RMB 5 billion (USD 700 million) in a Series B+ funding round, according to PEdaily. The deal ...
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SenseTime spinout Sunrise raises RMB 3 billion for next-gen AI inference chips

Chinese chipmaker Sunrise has raised nearly RMB 3 billion (USD 420 million) in funding over the past year, according to China Venture. The report did not specify whether the capital was raised in a ...
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Deals in brief: Level3AI and UangCermat raise funding, Airwallex acquires South Korea’s Paynuri, Toku completes Singapore IPO, and more

Kolaneco, a developer of biodegradable plastics, has closed an angel round totaling an eight-figure RMB sum. Investors include Jinqiao Fund, BBCA Biochemical, and returning backer KylinHall Partners.