Tag: SMEs

Singapore SMEs redirect AI-saved hours into growth, but data and cost hurdles slow scaling

3 days ago

Bernard Parado

Singapore – Singapore’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are using artificial intelligence (AI) to reclaim working hours and channel them into business growth, according to a new study by Xero. The research surveyed more than 1,000 local SME decision-makers. It found that 76% of leadership...

PLDT, Smart-backed AI tool lets PH’s Baguio City businesses check zoning compliance

4 days ago

Bernard Parado

Baguio City, Philippines – Baguio City is testing an AI-powered online tool that helps businesses check whether a proposed venture complies with local zoning rules. The tool, called BIZ Checker, was developed with support from PLDT and Smart’s AI-in-a-Box programme. BIZ Checker lets applicants...

Singapore's digital economy hits 19.3% of GDP as SME AI adoption climbs to 23.4%: report

1 week ago

Bernard Parado

Singapore – Singapore’s digital economy grew to S$144.1 billion in 2025, accounting for 19.3% of gross domestic product (GDP), up from 18.8% in 2024, according to the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). The 2024 figure reflects a revision to S$136.5 billion following refinements to national...

UOB, IMDA roll out 'AI Ready 2.0' for Singapore SMEs to move from AI exploration to implementation

2 weeks ago

Bernard Parado

Singapore – UOB has launched ‘AI Ready 2.0‘, the next phase of its AI programme for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), after the initial programme engaged more than 600 businesses, according to the bank. Announced in Singapore on 28 September 2026, the programme is led by UOB FinLab,...

HitPay rolls out CFO Stack phase one to streamline SME finance operations

4 weeks ago

Bernard Parado

Manila, Philippines – HitPay has launched the first phase of its CFO Stack, a suite of finance tools aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) manage more payment operations within a single platform. The Manila-based announcement, made on 16 September 2026, introduces HitPay Virtual...

Cybersecurity gap widens as Asia Pacific SMEs embrace AI and digital payments, report finds

4 weeks ago

Bernard Parado

Singapore – Asia Pacific small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) and digital payment tools, but a significant gap in cybersecurity protection is emerging alongside this shift. This is according to Mastercard’s latest report, based on a 2026 survey...

Paydibs launches merchant financing facility with Anchor Capital

1 month ago

Ansherina Baes

Malaysia – Malaysian fintech and digital payment provider Paydibs Sdn Bhd has launched a merchant financing facility in partnership with Anchor Capital Sdn Bhd, allowing eligible merchants to access working capital through its digital platform. Anchor Capital is licensed by the Ministry of Housing...

Payment Asia, ShipAny and EasyStore partner to connect e-commerce, payments and logistics

1 month ago

Ansherina Baes

Hong Kong – Payment Asia, ShipAny and EasyStore have signed a partnership agreement aimed at connecting e-commerce operations, payment services and logistics fulfilment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The three companies said the collaboration will bring together their respective services...

Superbench, HitPay join forces to simplify payments for Southeast Asian SMEs

1 month ago

Bernard Parado

Singapore – Superbench, an AI-powered customer engagement platform for business-to-consumer (B2C) service businesses, has partnered with HitPay, a Southeast Asian payment platform for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The partnership brings together customer engagement and payment processing under...

HKPC rolls out AI training and support programme for businesses and communities

1 month ago

Ansherina Baes

Hong Kong – The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) has launched a two-year programme aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), working professionals and other groups develop practical skills in artificial intelligence (AI). The “AI for All” Inclusive Programme was launched...

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