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AI Singapore Collaborates with Dell Technologies to Help Democratise Access to AI in Southeast Asia

Story highlights

  • AI Singapore and Dell Technologies are bringing the SEA-LION model to AI PCs and edge devices
  • The collaboration enhances Southeast Asian language models for efficient performance on lightweight infrastructure
  • Running models locally empowers organisations with offline capabilities, enhanced privacy and lower costs
  • Optimised infrastructure democratises access to culturally relevant AI innovation across the region

SINGAPORE, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AI Singapore (AISG) is working with Dell Technologies to enhance its SEA-LION (Southeast Asian Languages in One Network) family of open-source large language models (LLMs). The organisations are testing and validating SEA-LION models across various Dell AI PCs and edge infrastructure, supporting AISG’s efforts towards building models that are resource-efficient and deployable on lightweight setups.

Why it matters

Global language models often prioritise English, leaving gaps in their ability to address the linguistic and cultural nuances of Southeast Asia. SEA-LION bridges this gap by training open-source models on a vast, high-quality corpus of region-specific data. This approach embeds local linguistic characteristics, enabling hyper-local multilingualism and fostering innovation tailored to the region. As an open-source initiative, SEA-LION also democratises AI by reducing the high costs associated with foundational model training. Its permissive licensing encourages community contributions, supports regional control and provides an accessible alternative to proprietary systems.

Dell leverages its specialised expertise in infrastructure optimisation to help AISG ensure quantised models, like SEA-LION, can be deployed on edge devices. Dell’s powerful, resource-efficient AI PCs deliver seamless performance even in resource-constrained environments.

Demonstrating real-world applications

AISG’s Voice Transcriber for Southeast Asian Languages is integrated with OpenAI’s Whisper automatic speech recognition (ASR) system, powered by the SEA-LION model and deployed on Dell AI PCs. This Voice Transcriber provides real-time transcription of Southeast Asian languages for chatbots, reporting apps and multilingual communication tools, addressing growing demand. The technology enables customers to run LLMs directly on their devices, operating fully offline to ensure privacy, speed and reliability for enterprise applications. 

Future aspirations

AISG aims to continue advancing SEA-LION by expanding its modalities to include robust audio and speech understanding, improving its linguistic accuracy and enhancing resource efficiency for deployment on a wider range of infrastructure. The work also lays a foundation to support the development of agentic AI capabilities, enabling advanced AI agents to perform complex, cross-sector tasks across Southeast Asian languages and contexts.

Perspectives

“SEA-LION’s transformative understanding of 11 Southeast Asian languages and cultural nuances requires practical application,” said Andy Sim, vice president and managing director, Singapore, Dell Technologies. “This collaboration demonstrates that this sophisticated, culturally intelligent AI can run efficiently on laptops and edge devices. Together, we are democratising AI in Southeast Asia and are fostering a future where advanced AI is accessible to all.”

“This collaboration is a key step in realising our vision for SEA-LION – models that are not only local and culturally relevant but also resource-efficient enough to be deployed on the edge,” said Dr. Leslie Teo, senior director, AI Products, AI Singapore. “By running fully featured LLMs directly on Dell devices, we provide enterprises with privacy and lower cost alternatives while remaining responsive and reliable.”

About Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) helps organisations and individuals build their digital future and transform how they work, live and play. The company provides customers with the industry’s broadest and most innovative technology and services portfolio for the AI era.

About AI Singapore
AI Singapore (AISG) is a national programme launched by the National Research Foundation (NRF), Singapore, to catalyse, synergise and boost Singapore’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to power our future digital economy. AISG will bring together all Singapore-based research institutions and the vibrant ecosystem of AI start-ups and companies developing AI products, to perform use-inspired research, grow the knowledge, create the tools, and develop the talent to power Singapore’s AI efforts. AISG is driven by a government-wide partnership comprising NRF, Smart Nation Group (SNG), Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), Economic Development Board (EDB), Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), amongst others.
For more information on AI Singapore, please visit https://www.aisingapore.org.

About SEA-LION
SEA-LION is one of two national LLMs under Singapore’s S$70M National Multimodal Large Language Model Programme (NMLP), supported by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and National Research Foundation (NRF), Singapore. More information on SEA-LION is available here: https://sea-lion.ai/

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Empyrion Digital breaks ground on first Taiwan data centre in Taipei’s Neihu technology hub

SINGAPORE, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Empyrion Digital, a Singapore-headquartered next-generation data centre developer and operator, today commenced groundbreaking for its first data centre in Taiwan. The milestone marks Empyrion Digital’s entry into the Taiwan market and underscores its continued expansion across Asia.

Strategically located in Neihu, one of Taipei’s key technology business districts, the 10MW powered Taipei Data Centre (“TW1”) will be one of the newest facility being developed in the area. With 7MW of scalable IT load, TW1 is purpose-built to meet the growing demand for high-performance cloud and AI computing. The facility supports liquid cooling and high-density deployments and is expected to be ready for service in Q4 2027.

The 4,260-square-metre, five-storey facility is designed with sustainability at its core. It will feature energy-efficient air-cooled systems to minimise water usage, targeting optimal Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE). TW1 is also liquid-cooling ready, and the building will incorporate green features such as vertical green walls and solar panels. The facility is targeted to achieve Taiwan’s Green Building Gold Certification and will be working with local partners on green energy options.

Mark Fong, CEO of Empyrion Digital, said: “Breaking ground on TW1 is a significant milestone for Empyrion Digital as we continue to expand our footprint across Asia. Taiwan is a strategic market with a strong digital economy and a world-class technology ecosystem. This facility will deliver sustainable, AI-ready infrastructure that supports our customers’ growth and strengthens Taiwan’s position in the regional digital network.”

TW1 will expand strategically Empyrion Digital’s footprint in developed Asia, joining its recently announced Johor project, alongside Empyrion Digital’s operational 7.7MW facility in Singapore and 29.4MW facility in Seoul.  

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About Empyrion Digital
Empyrion Digital is a next-generation digital infrastructure platform committed to sustainability and operational excellence. Green-by-design, we develop and operate scalable, carrier-neutral data centres for hyperscale and enterprise customers across Asia.

Headquartered in Singapore, Empyrion Digital is a portfolio company of Seraya Partners, a leading Asia infrastructure fund with USD 2.5 billion of assets under management.

For more information, visit www.empyriondigital.com.

Merchant Retention Rate Exceeds 90%: Fushi Tech Marching into Overseas Markets by Utilizing AI Products

HONG KONG, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The AI boom continues to gain momentum. As institutions predicted that 2026 will be a pivotal year for AI applications transitioning from “technical verification” to “commercial promotion.”

According to China Fortune Securities, this shift is primarily driven by three key turning points: First, the gradual maturation of technology, with many large-scale models now equipped with capabilities such as robust tool invocation, multi-modal understanding, and autonomous planning. Second, continuous policy support, as the government advocates for the “AI+” initiative, emphasizing the formation of commercial applications. Third, resonance in market demand, spanning from cost reduction and efficiency improvement in the business sector to widespread adoption in the consumer market[1].

Against this backdrop, many Chinese companies are turning their attention to overseas markets, exporting China’s AI capabilities to establish a differentiated competitive advantage against international rivals. Fushi Tech is one such example.

Fushi Tech, an ecosystem company under the Hong Kong-listed firm YEAHKA(9923.HK), positions itself as a global AI service provider to merchants. It’s currently serving clients across Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, Australia, etc., offering services including store operations, membership management, and payment management to merchants worldwide.

Johnson Tan, Vice President of Fushi Tech, previously noted in an interview that the company began increasing its AI R&D investments in 2023, leveraging AI innovations to empower business decision-making and enhance operational efficiency.

In 2025, Fushi Tech’s AI products began to materialize. In March of that year, the company announced the launch of an AI Agent for the F&B industry in Southeast Asia, followed by another AI Agent product called AI SHOP.

Currently, Fushi Tech’s core product portfolio includes AI CRM and AI SHOP. AI CRM aggregates massive merchant and membership data, unlocking significant commercial value. Upcoming innovative features include natural language interaction for generating customer acquisition pages. For instance, merchants can simply describe their products, services, and conversion goals, and the system will leverage AI technologies like natural language processing to automatically create and deploy customer acquisition pages for direct marketing use. This represents not just a tool upgrade but also an Agent-powered solution that helps merchants respond agilely to market demands, shortening the distance from insight to business growth.

AI SHOP, on the other hand, dynamically generates product categories based on user descriptions in familiar languages, creating a personalized shopping experience. The entire process allows seamless switching between category scenarios, anticipates consumer needs in advance based on customer preferences and behavioral data, and proactively recommends optimal shopping combinations to enhance sales conversion rates.

It has become a consensus among many industry insiders that 2026 is a critical year for agents to “create economic value.” Tang Jie, a professor at Tsinghua University and founder of ZhiPu, recently highlighted three factors that will determine the future trajectory of agents: value rigidity, cost control, and development speed. He emphasized that the primary factor is whether Agents can address genuinely high-value human needs. Secondly, implementation costs must be controllable to ensure commercial viability. Lastly, in an era of rapid iteration for large-scale models, “competing on speed and time” is crucial, as companies need to quickly validate and capture market opportunities within limited time windows[2].

In terms of results, Fushi Tech currently serves over 220 brands, more than 34,000 merchants, and over 40 million customers. With the support of AI, the merchant retention rate exceeds 90%, far surpassing the customer retention rates achieved through traditional marketing methods.

Public information indicates that Fushi Tech has completed multiple rounds of financing, with investors including SF SoFast and Cowin Capital, among other well-known domestic investment institutions [3, 4]. It is reported that Fushi Tech has invited Mr. Zeng Zijian to join the company and lead its financial management, financing, and capital market operations. Previously, Zeng worked at Goldman Sachs and RedNote.

In terms of market strategy, Fushi Tech will continue to delve deeper into the application scenarios of AI technology, both internally and externally, to further solidify its AI R&D achievements and rapidly expand its overseas business scale.

 

HDBank completes issuance of US$100 million green bonds to international investors


HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2026 – Ho Chi Minh City Development Commercial Bank (HDBank, ticker symbol: HDB) has successfully issued a second tranche of international green bonds worth US$50 million to the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) and British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, completing its $100 million international green bond initiative in 2025.

HDBank's international green bond programme strengthens funding diversification and supports sustainable, green and inclusive finance initiatives in Vietnam.
HDBank’s international green bond programme strengthens funding diversification and supports sustainable, green and inclusive finance initiatives in Vietnam.

The announcement was made at “The USD100 Million Green Bond Issuance Disclosure Ceremony” recently held between HDBank and its green bond investors including FMO, BII and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) – a member of the World Bank Group in the presence of the Deputy Consul General of the Netherlands and representatives from the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City.

The bonds included $30 million privately issued to FMO and $20 million to BII. The first tranche was issued to IFC, which facilitated the participation of FMO and BII in the second tranche.

The bonds have a three-year term, are non-convertible and unsecured and issued without warrants.

Nguyen Huu Dang, HDBank’s CEO, said: “Sustainable development goals lie at the heart of HDBank’s strategy, which is centred on delivering the best value for customers, partners and the community. This international green bond initiative marks an important stepping stone on our journey towards achieving those goals.”

The issuance help diversify HDBank’s funding sources, support its sustainable growth strategy and create a foundation for it to continue attracting additional international capital for green finance, sustainable development and inclusive finance initiatives in Vietnam.

This, in turn, helps customers access capital to deploy solar energy projects, electric vehicles, green buildings, and other energy-saving solutions.

Projects financed by the green bond proceeds must undergo rigorous screening, meet environmental and social risk management requirements, and comply with eligibility criteria under the Bank’s Sustainable Finance Framework. These projects are expected to reduce approximately 102,000 tons of CO₂ over 10 years, improve environmental quality and contribute to Vietnam’s Net Zero 2050 commitment.

Weichuan Xu, IFC’s lead for the Financial Institutions Group in Vietnam, Cambodia and Lao PDR, said the issuance marked a significant step in expanding HDBank’s climate finance portfolio and advancing Vietnam’s economic and social progress.

“The funds raised will support projects that foster sustainable industries, generate jobs and strengthen communities,” he added.

Representatives from FMO and BII also highlighted the transaction as a strong signal of the growing readiness and potential of Vietnam’s sustainable finance ecosystem, helping attract more capital for climate-responsible projects.

With this milestone, HDBank reinforces its commitment to sustainable finance and the long-term prosperity of its customers, partners and the community, while expanding its presence on the global financial map.

Hashtag: #HDBank

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

From Engineering Feats to Ecological Regeneration, Vinhomes Green Paradise Debuts the ESG++ Framework for Future Cities


HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2026 – For decades, the global map of urban development seemed firmly defined by familiar names. The United States shaped the world’s financial megacities; Dubai astonished the globe with audacious land reclamation projects; Singapore became a benchmark for disciplined, sustainable planning. Within that sweeping current, Vietnam was often perceived as a latecomer, observing, learning, adapting, and steadily refining its own path.

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Today, that narrative is shifting. When Vinhomes Green Paradise confidently steps onto the global stage, alongside projects from the world’s most advanced economies, it represents far more than the launch of a new development. It marks a moment when Vietnamese urban thinking moves beyond its domestic context, ready to be assessed, debated, and recognized at a regional and international level.

This is not merely a project announcement. It is a signal of transformation.

When Vietnamese Cities Enter the Global Conversation

Vietnam has, in recent years, earned international recognition through prestigious awards in planning, architecture, and real estate, including the Asia Pacific Property Awards and the International Property Awards. These accolades reflect the growing professionalism and creative capacity of Vietnamese developers, architects, and planners.

Yet Vinhomes Green Paradise occupies a different dimension of aspiration. Its significance does not lie in a single master plan or architectural statement, but in a comprehensive urban philosophy, one where sustainability, advanced technology, and environmental responsibility are no longer supporting ideas, but core drivers placed on equal footing with economic growth.

In this sense, the project signals that Vietnamese expertise has matured. It suggests a readiness not just to learn from the world, but to engage in meaningful dialogue with it, and to contribute original thinking to the global discourse on future cities.

The choice of location is no coincidence. Can Gio is one of Vietnam’s most ecologically sensitive regions, home to more than 75,000 hectares of mangrove forests recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve.

Developing nearly 3,000 hectares in such an environment presents an unprecedented challenge. In a place where ecosystems are delicate and interconnected, any miscalculation could leave irreversible consequences.

Vinhomes Green Paradise emerges precisely within this context. It serves as a comprehensive test of urban knowledge, technological capability, governance capacity, and, above all, environmental accountability. Its implementation demonstrates that Vietnamese enterprises are prepared to meet the most demanding international standards in ecological urban development.

From Urban Project to UrbanNature Ecosystem

What truly distinguishes Vinhomes Green Paradise is not its scale, but its development philosophy. The project is not positioned as a conventional modern township. Instead, it is conceived as an integrated urban–nature ecosystem, where human life and the natural environment coexist in a state of long-term balance.

Green infrastructure, smart-city technologies, renewable energy systems, digital governance, and ecological restoration are woven into a single, unified framework. Globally, only a handful of pioneering cities, such as Masdar in the United Arab Emirates or Songdo in South Korea, have pursued such an integrated approach at scale.

The emergence of Vinhomes Green Paradise signals that Vietnam is no longer standing at the periphery of this movement. It is entering the arena with the confidence to participate, and potentially to lead, in the global race toward sustainable urban futures.

ESG++: Beyond Sustainability Toward Regeneration

While ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles have become a global standard, Vinhomes Green Paradise advances the concept further through an ESG++ framework, adding two critical dimensions: Regeneration and Resilience.

Rather than expanding by consuming natural resources, the project prioritizes ecological restoration, aiming not merely to minimize harm, but to actively return value to the environment. The vision is of a city that can generate its own energy, treat and reuse its wastewater, and maintain ecological equilibrium over time.

Urban experts increasingly agree that such models are essential in an era of climate change, particularly for coastal cities facing rising sea levels and extreme weather. In this context, Vinhomes Green Paradise contributes to defining a new benchmark for sustainable coastal urbanism, not only in Vietnam, but globally.

Building a megacity in an environmentally sensitive coastal zone demands deep interdisciplinary expertise, spanning geology, hydrology, ecology, materials science, and energy systems. The financial and technological investments required are immense, and few developers are willing, or able, to assume such complexity and risk.

It is within this demanding framework that the involvement of AOMI Construction Co., Ltd., becomes particularly significant. AOMI is the owner of the K-DPM soil solidification technology, one of the world’s most advanced solutions for soft-ground and land reclamation projects.

Drawing from Japan’s extensive experience as an island nation with limited land resources, Mr. Okori Katsumi, a Japanese expert, representative of AOMI Construction Co., Ltd., explains: “Japan has long faced constraints in land availability. For decades, we have turned to the sea, creating airports, urban spaces, and new living environments through carefully engineered land reclamation.”

Traditional methods, such as mixing cement directly with soil, revealed critical limitations in scale and transportability. K-DPM technology was developed to overcome these barriers by using high-pressure air to move and solidify large volumes of dredged material, reducing construction time while minimizing environmental impact through reduced reliance on sand extraction.

From Engineering Feats to a 21st-Century Symbol

Japan’s experience in land reclamation has consistently emphasized environmental protection, using containment barriers to limit water turbidity, and applying strict standards for pH levels and material compatibility with surrounding ecosystems. These principles are now being adapted and elevated in Can Gio.

For Vingroup, Vinhomes Green Paradise is not its first venture into coastal engineering. In 2017, the VinFast manufacturing complex in Hai Phong, over 60% of which involved land reclamation, was completed in a record 21 months, setting new benchmarks for speed and technical execution.

In Can Gio, the challenge has been taken further. The project benefits from consultancy by Dutch experts, representing a nation globally renowned for water management and land reclamation expertise. The objective extends beyond structural durability to the comprehensive preservation of indigenous ecosystems over the long term.

If land reclamation once astonished the world through icons like Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, Vinhomes Green Paradise seeks to redefine that legacy through a fundamentally different philosophy: Respect for nature and ecological regeneration.

This ESG++ megacity is more than proof of advanced engineering capability. It stands as a symbol of Vietnam’s national vision, one that looks toward the ocean not as a frontier to conquer, but as a partner in shaping resilient, future-ready cities.

Ultimately, Vinhomes Green Paradise is not simply a real estate development. It is a declaration of aspiration and confidence, a statement that Vietnamese urbanism has entered a new era, where healing people and healing nature are no longer separate goals, but a shared mission for sustainable progress in the 21st century.

Hashtag: #Vinhomes

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Sprucely.io Launches AI-Generated Analytics Dashboards Professional Teams Can Deploy in Seconds

Self-service platform eliminates data analysis barriers for SMEs, enabling teams to generate business insights without data analysts, technical training, or IT support.

SINGAPORE, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Emergence Software today launched AI capabilities with its visual analytics platform Sprucely.io that creates business dashboards from data in 30 seconds. The platform enables professional teams across executive, marketing, operations, and sales functions to transform raw data into actionable insights with no data preparation or scripting required, addressing bottlenecks that traditionally require manual overhead.

AI-generated visual analytics dashboard by Sprucely.io
AI-generated visual analytics dashboard by Sprucely.io

Sprucely.io helps teams surface seasonality patterns – including day-of-the-week, time-of-day, and seasonal cycles – from data that can be configured with a no-code interface. This capability is particularly useful for operational teams to identify cyclical patterns and outliers to drive improvements to business performance. These insights are otherwise difficult to derive from raw data or spreadsheets without significant data processing.

“Our new AI capabilities allow teams to accurately generate dashboards based on context and purpose – in seconds not hours. We aim to make data-driven insights accessible to all,” said Erik Unemyr, Managing Director of Emergence Software.

Read the guide to create interactive dashboards from Excel spreadsheets.

Styling capabilities allow teams to apply corporate branding to dashboards through customizable color schemes, object styling, and logos. This ensures presentation-ready outputs that meet visual guidelines for immediate distribution to clients, executives, or stakeholders. Dashboards integrate with PowerPoint presentations using Sprucely.io’s free add-in.

Sprucely.io is available now at www.sprucely.io with free and paid plans.

About Sprucely.io

Sprucely.io is a platform that provides visual analytics as a service. Using a self-service model, the platform converts raw data into actionable insights in the form of interactive dashboards. With automated data import and AI, tailored dashboards are created in seconds.

About Emergence Software

Emergence Software, the operator of Sprucely.io, is a Singapore-based technology startup and Software-as-a-Service provider focusing on data insights and management solutions for project and operational teams.

CapitaLand India Data Centre Fund to acquire 20.2% interest in three data centres for S$99.73 million

The development-focused data centre fund raised approximately S$150 million equity at first close

SINGAPORE, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI), a leading global real asset manager, has successfully raised approximately S$150 million equity in the first close of its CapitaLand India Data Centre Fund (CIDCF). CIDCF focuses on data centre development opportunities within India’s key data centre corridors.

CIDCF held a first close of approximately S$150 million anchored by a third-party global institutional investor, with a GP commitment from CLI. The fund is targeting a final close of approximately S$300 million.

With the first close, CIDCF will acquire a 20.2% interest in each of the three data centres, from CapitaLand India Trust (CLINT) for an estimated total purchase consideration[1] of S$99.73 million (INR 7.02 billion). Additionally, CIDCF will have right of first offer on acquiring an interest in CLINT’s fourth data centre in Bangalore, CapitaLand DC Bangalore.

The three data centres will be AI-ready with sustainable design features; and able to meet the demands of hyperscalers and large enterprises in the region. Power has been secured for all three projects which will have a combined gross capacity of 200 megawatts (MW).

The three data centres are:

Data Centre Asset

Status

Location

Power Capacity
(IT / Gross)

CapitaLand DC Mumbai Tower 1 and Tower 2

Tower 1: Completed

Tower 2: Under development

Airoli, Navi Mumbai

Tower 1: 34 / 50 MW

Tower 2: 37 / 55 MW

CapitaLand DC Chennai

Under development

Ambattur, Chennai

34 / 53 MW

CapitaLand DC Hyderabad

Under development

Madhapur, Hyderabad

27 / 42 MW

Mr Andrew Lim, Group Chief Operating Officer for CLI, said: “The successful first close and investor’s support in CIDCF underscore CLI’s investment and development strategies to shape India’s dynamic data centre landscape. India has emerged as a hotspot for data centre investment, driven by cloud adoption, data localisation and the rapid growth of AI-led workloads. The country’s data centre capacity is expected to double by 2027[2]. With three prime assets currently under development and power secured, CIDCF offers an attractive prospect for private capital to participate in this growth opportunity.”

Mr Hardik Gesota, Managing Director and Head, India Private Funds, CLI said: “CIDCF’s portfolio is strategically located within India’s established data centre corridors with access to power and network connectivity. It is poised to meet growing demand from hyperscalers and enterprise customers. CLI has gained deep experience operating in India for over 30 years. Tapping our global data centre operating excellence, we are also well-positioned to meet market demand for cutting-edge, secure and sustainable data infrastructure. With CLI’s combined real estate, investment and data centre expertise, we remain confident in delivering attractive and long-term value for stakeholders.”

CLI in India
CLI has a resilient and well-diversified real estate portfolio across eight key Indian cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Gurgaon, Kolkata and Goa. This includes 38 business parks, industrial and logistics facilities, data centres, lodging and coworking assets, with funds under management of approximately S$8.4 billion in the country as at 5 November 2025.

For more about CapitaLand Investment, visit: www.capitalandinvest.com 

Issued by: CapitaLand Investment Limited (Co. Regn.: 200308451M)

Important Notice

This announcement and the information contained herein does not constitute and is not intended to constitute an offering of any investment product to, or solicitation of, investors in any jurisdiction where such offering or solicitation would not be permitted.

[1] The actual purchase consideration will be determined at the completion date.

[2] ‘Racks to riches: India Data Centres’, Macquarie Equity Research, October 2025.

 

Arcesium Opens Hong Kong Office to Support Growing APAC Client Demand

Hong Kong presence marks Arcesium’s commitment to supporting investment firms across the APAC region with investment operations and data strategy 

HONG KONG, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Arcesium, a leading provider of investment lifecycle and data management technology for the global investment industry, today announces the expansion of its global operations with the opening of a new office in Hong Kong. Arcesium’s on the ground presence in Asia allows the firm to meet growing investment industry demand for sophisticated data infrastructure and operational technology which unlocks scale in any asset class or strategy.

Arcesium’s Hong Kong office will support its existing client base of institutional asset managers, hedge funds, banks, and private markets firms operating across the broader Asia-Pacific region, while also providing flexible technology and services for new launches and regional expansions.

Arcesium CEO, Gaurav Suri, commented: “We are delighted that Arcesium is officially present in another major financial hub, building on our successful operations across Europe and the US. Hong Kong is acknowledged as a leading financial center in Asia, home to a uniquely dynamic intersection of global capital, regional innovation, and regulatory sophistication. Opening an office in Hong Kong is part of our strategic commitment to supporting clients at the center of Asia’s financial ecosystem.”

The new regional hub builds on Arcesium’s expanding client activity across Asia-Pacific, reflecting increasing demand from institutional investment firms for more robust data, operational, and technology capabilities to support multi-asset strategies and regional growth.  

Chris Barrow, Head of Business Development, EMEA & APAC at Arcesium commented: “We are dedicated to helping APAC firms stay ahead of the fast pace of change in global financial markets so they can get new launches, structures and strategies to market faster. Our on the ground presence in Hong Kong will help us serve our growing client base in the region. What’s more, The Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s commitment to deepening cross-border access makes Hong Kong a key regional lever for every prominent multi-strategy hedge fund and global asset manager so we’re pleased to be well positioned to help the industry unlock new opportunities on a global scale.”

Arcesium launched in 2015 from its headquarters in New York and technology and operations hub in Hyderabad, India, and then expanded into London in 2020 and Lisbon in 2024 to meet the needs of international clients in response to significant demand.

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About Arcesium:

Arcesium is a global financial technology company delivering pre- and post-investment and enterprise data management solutions to some of the world’s most sophisticated financial institutions, including private market firms, hedge funds, and institutional asset managers. Expertly designed to achieve a synchronized golden source of data throughout a client’s ecosystem, Arcesium’s cloud-native technology is built to systematize the most complex workflows and help clients achieve scale.

Today, Arcesium services over $5.3 trillion in gross AUM and over $1.2T in sell-side capital balances and has modelled over 160+ million investments to date. Arcesium was built from a platform developed and tested by investment and technology development firm, the D. E. Shaw group, and launched as a joint venture with Blackstone Multi-Asset Investing. J.P. Morgan, another large client, later made a strategic investment in the company, helping Arcesium further its mission: to power the entire investment lifecycle. Arcesium currently has a staff of over 2,300 software engineering, accounting, operations, and treasury professionals.

For more information about Arcesium and its capabilities, visit www.arcesium.com and follow the firm on LinkedIn.

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Aspectus Group
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