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Claude closes in on OpenAI among Singapore startups
Software-as-a-Service

Claude closes in on OpenAI among Singapore startups

Startups in Singapore are shifting spending towards Anthropic's Claude, as OpenAI's lead has narrowed sharply in new transaction data.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Yesterday
Logitech launches first foldable mouse for mobile workers
Hybrid & Remote Work

Logitech launches first foldable mouse for mobile workers

Travelling professionals can now avoid laptop trackpads, as a pocket-sized foldable mouse cuts strain and works across multiple devices.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 5 days ago
Payhawk adds SAP S/4HANA integration in summer update
Software-as-a-Service

Payhawk adds SAP S/4HANA integration in summer update

The update aims to cut reconciliation work for enterprise finance teams by linking spend data directly with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 5 days ago
World Cup sites lag as fan pages load in six seconds
eCommerce

World Cup sites lag as fan pages load in six seconds

Fans are already waiting nearly six seconds for federation sites, exposing digital weaknesses that could hurt engagement and revenue at World Cup 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
ASUS launches ExpertBook Ultra business laptop in Australia
Data Protection

ASUS launches ExpertBook Ultra business laptop in Australia

Business buyers in Australia can now get a 0.99kg 14-inch Copilot+ PC from AUD $3,399, with local AI tools and 26-hour battery life.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Perk secures USD $300m credit facility from lenders
Software-as-a-Service

Perk secures USD $300m credit facility from lenders

The travel and spend group gains room to invest in AI and product after replacing its 2024 borrowing deal on improved terms.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • This month
Azira launches location intelligence product for brands
Data Protection

Azira launches location intelligence product for brands

Brands and agencies can now track footfall trends with cleansed, fraud-checked data across more than 940,000 venues in North America.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Workday launches AI agents for IT support & travel
Digital Transformation

Workday launches AI agents for IT support & travel

Employees could see fewer helpdesk calls and expense reports as Workday rolls out agents that automate IT support and business travel tasks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
OwlTing launches AI hotel booking engine for agents
Digital Transformation

OwlTing launches AI hotel booking engine for agents

Hotels and booking platforms could gain a new sales channel as OwlTing starts handling AI agent-led reservations, payments and payouts.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
BYRDLI & San Diego Tourism launch dual creator campaign
Social Media

BYRDLI & San Diego Tourism launch dual creator campaign

Travellers can now book two distinct versions of San Diego as creator-led storefronts tie tourism marketing directly to revenue and room nights.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
SnackSafe launches AI app for families with allergies
Artificial Intelligence

SnackSafe launches AI app for families with allergies

Families managing allergies can now scan foods in seconds, with the app flagging risks across more than 40 languages on Apple's App Store.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Kinto Join saves 1.1 million miles of emissions
Fleet Management

Kinto Join saves 1.1 million miles of emissions

UK demand for commute-cutting tools is rising as employers look to tackle scope three emissions and track travel savings more closely.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Emburse launches AI agent to prepare expense reports
Digital Transformation

Emburse launches AI agent to prepare expense reports

Employees could soon spend far less time on claims, as the new system cuts expense report preparation from 30 minutes to under five.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
eSIM use surges as travellers favour digital connectivity
Unified Communications

eSIM use surges as travellers favour digital connectivity

More travellers are avoiding roaming fees by activating eSIMs before departure, with half now using them for overseas trips, Ubigi said.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Direct Ferries launches ferry search inside ChatGPT
AI Agents

Direct Ferries launches ferry search inside ChatGPT

Travellers can now compare 4,000 ferry routes in ChatGPT, as the booking service pushes a fragmented market into AI planning tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Gigs partners with ShopBack to launch travel eSIM in Asia-Pacific
Software-as-a-Service

Gigs partners with ShopBack to launch travel eSIM in Asia-Pacific

Travel customers in seven markets can now buy and manage eSIM data inside the ShopBack app, avoiding roaming charges and extra sign-ups.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

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Topia partners Certino on expat payroll in 90 countries
Software-as-a-Service

Topia partners Certino on expat payroll in 90 countries

The integration is designed to cut manual handoffs and compliance risks for employers managing mobile staff across more than 90 countries.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Disabled shoppers face widespread barriers, study finds
Customer Experience

Disabled shoppers face widespread barriers, study finds

Widespread access failures are driving disabled shoppers away, with 38% abandoning purchases and most avoiding brands after bad experiences.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month