Bitget Wallet Launches Crypto Card in Asia-Pacific

 

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, Oct 16 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget Wallet has officially launched Bitget Wallet Card in selected Asia-Pacific markets, expanding its crypto payment offering to one of the world's most dynamic regions.

Bitget Wallet Card is designed to make crypto spendable in daily life by connecting self-custodied digital assets directly to Mastercard's over 150 million merchants and Visa's network of more than 200 countries. Users can apply for the card through the Bitget Wallet app, receive instant approval via fully digital onboarding, and add the card to Apple Pay or Google Pay for global acceptance. Transactions are funded instantly through onchain swaps and deposits into USDT and USDC, while top-ups are free of charge.

"Launching the Bitget Wallet Card in Asia-Pacific is a pivotal milestone in our strategy," said Jamie Elkaleh, CMO of Bitget Wallet. "It strengthens our vision of combining self-custody, compliance, and real-world utility, giving users a single gateway to spend, save, and earn with digital assets."

The launch comes as Asia-Pacific has emerged as the fastest-growing crypto market globally, with onchain activity rising 69% year-over-year to US $2.36 trillion. The region has become a hub for both institutional stablecoin adoption and retail payments, with Southeast Asia driving remittance flows and developed markets like Japan and Australia demanding transparent, cost-efficient payment solutions. By combining Bitget Wallet's self-custodial reach and global partner payment rails, the Bitget Wallet Card is positioned to bridge blockchain-native assets with mainstream finance across the region.

For more information, visit https://web3.bitget.com/card and Bitget Wallet blog.

About Bitget Wallet

Bitget Wallet is a non-custodial crypto wallet designed to make crypto simple, seamless and secure for everyone. With over 80 million users, it brings together a full suite of crypto services, including swaps, market insights, staking, rewards, a DApp browser, and crypto payment solutions. Supporting 130+ blockchains, 20,000+ DApps, and a million tokens, Bitget Wallet enables seamless multi-chain trading across hundreds of DEXs and cross-chain bridges. Backed by a $300+ million user protection fund, it ensures the highest level of security for users' assets. Its vision is Crypto for Everyone — to make crypto simpler, safer, and part of everyday life for a billion people.
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For media inquiries, contact media.web3@bitget.com 

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SOURCE: Bitget Limited

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DENODO-BACKED BOOK CHAMPIONS LOGICAL DATA MANAGEMENT IN THE AGE OF AI

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Denodo, a leader in data management, has announced the release of The Rise of Logical Data Management: An Essential Data Strategy for Transforming Your Business in the Age of AI, published by O’Reilly.

This logical data management strategy lies at the core of the Denodo Platform and has long been endorsed by industry analysts such as Gartner and GigaOm, according to a statement.

Authored by Christopher Gardner, a business intelligence analyst at the University of Michigan, the book explores how logical data management is reshaping enterprise data strategies amid growing demands from artificial intelligence (AI) and increasing data complexity.

“Denodo has long championed the ‘logical-first’ approach to managing data. This book validates our approach and explains how it works for data leaders as well as technically savvy business stakeholders,” said Denodo executive vice president and chief technical officer, Alberto Pan.

Written for C-level technology and data leaders, the book also outlines the significant business benefits of logical data management, including improved customer experience and streamlined operations.

In addition, it delves into such areas as how logical data management can improve performance and scalability in demanding settings, using highly detailed examples.

Logical data management is becoming increasingly essential to meet the complex and evolving demands of AI and self-service data access. AI requires “AI-ready” data, which is data that is governed, trusted, secure, and delivered in real time.

Organisations relying solely on physical data management with data lakehouses, data lakes, and data warehouses are finding that on their own, these data repositories cannot deliver these requirements.  As a result, many are now integrating logical data management capabilities into their strategies.

Similarly, enabling true self-service data access requires data to be instantly translated into actionable insights. However, traditional physical data management systems often lack the semantic layer needed to support this capability—something logical data management is uniquely positioned to provide.

-- BERNAMA

APO Productivity Databook 2025: Growth and Productivity in Asia, 1970–2035

 

APO Productivity Databook 2025: Growth and Productivity in Asia, 1970–2035

TOKYO, Oct 9 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has released the 18th edition of the APO Productivity Databook, which provides harmonized analyses of Asia’s economic growth and productivity from 1970 to 2023, along with projections to 2035. The 2025 edition covers 33 Asian economies—the 21 APO members and 12 nonmember Asian economies—and references major advanced economies for comparison, including Australia, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Afghanistan and the Maldives are newly incorporated this year.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251007777758/en/

 

Built on the APO Productivity Database (APO-PDB) 2025, this edition aligns level comparisons with the 2021 International Comparison Program purchasing power parity benchmark and integrates the Asia Quality-adjusted Labor Input Database (AQALI) and the Asia Natural Resources Database (ANRD) to enhance the measurement of labor quality and land or natural-resource assets. Together, these enhancements strengthen the evidence base regarding the contributions of capital, labor, and total factor productivity (TFP) to Asia’s growth. The Databook also presents regional productivity accounts for Asia27 (APO21 plus Afghanistan, Bhutan, Brunei, China, the Maldives, and Myanmar), ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), East Asia, and SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation), enabling consistent regional comparisons. 

Highlights of the APO Productivity Databook 2025

·  Over 50 years of productivity trends and a forward look to 2035: Tracks Asia’s economic transformation from 1970 to 2023, with projections to 2035.
·  Expanded regional coverage with the first-time inclusion of Afghanistan and the Maldives: Presents regional productivity accounts for Asia27, ASEAN, East Asia, and SAARC.
·  Deeper measurement with labor quality and natural resources: Incorporates the AQALI 2025 and the ANRD 2025 to enhance estimates of TFP in the APO-PDB 2025.
·  Integrated demand and supply analysis with transparent methods: Offers decompositions of labor productivity (per worker and per hour), demand and industry structure, and real income shifts, supported by consistent methods and open documentation.

Example of data:

The APO Productivity Databook 2025 is available in both digital and print formats and can be accessed and downloaded for free from the link below.
https://doi.org/10.61145/GENB1427

The APO Productivity Database 2025 contains comprehensive productivity accounts for 27 Asian countries and is available at the link below.
https://www.apo-tokyo.org/productivitydatabook/

About the APO

The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) is a regional intergovernmental organization dedicated to improving productivity in the Asia-Pacific region through mutual cooperation. It is nonpolitical, nonprofit, and nondiscriminatory. Established in 1961 with eight founding members, the APO currently comprises 21 member economies: Bangladesh; Cambodia; the Republic of China; Fiji; Hong Kong; India; Indonesia; Islamic Republic of Iran; Japan; the Republic of Korea; Lao PDR; Malaysia; Mongolia; Nepal; Pakistan; the Philippines; Singapore; Sri Lanka; Thailand; Turkiye; and Vietnam.

The APO is shaping the future of the region by fostering the socioeconomic development of its members through national policy advisory services, acting as a think tank, institutional capacity-building initiatives, and knowledge sharing to increase productivity.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251007777758/en/ 

Contact

For details, contact the APO Digital Information Unit: pr@apo-tokyo.org
Website: https://www.apo-tokyo.org 

Source : Asian Productivity Organization 

--BERNAMA 

EIG’s MidOcean Energy to Acquire Interest in LNG Canada from PETRONAS

LONDON, Oct 1 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- MidOcean Energy (“MidOcean”), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed and managed by EIG, a leading institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors, today announced it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a 20% interest in PETRONAS’ key entities in Canada.

The transaction includes a 20% interest in the North Montney Upstream Joint Venture (“NMJV”), which hold PETRONAS’ upstream investment in Canada, and a 20% interest in the North Montney LNG Limited Partnership (“NMLLP”), which holds PETRONAS’ 25% participating interest in the LNG Canada Project.

LNG Canada is Canada’s first LNG export project and represents a strategically significant development supplying LNG into Asia at a competitive cost of supply. LNG Canada shipped its first LNG cargo earlier this year.

The NMJV is a partnership that holds more than 800,000 gross acres of mineral rights with 53 trillion cubic feet of reserves and contingent resources.

Following completion of the transaction, MidOcean will hold a position across the integrated value chain, spanning upstream resource development in the North Montney and downstream liquefaction and export through LNG Canada via its participation in NMLLP. Through this partnership with PETRONAS, MidOcean will have the ability to secure an associated LNG Volume of 0.7 MTPA with potential to grow through LNG Canada Phase 2.

R. Blair Thomas, MidOcean Chairman and EIG CEO, said: “This transaction marks an important milestone in MidOcean’s growth journey. We are proud to join PETRONAS in its efforts to deliver reliable, low-cost LNG to global markets. Our participation further strengthens MidOcean’s portfolio, secures meaningful LNG offtake, and reinforces our commitment to building a diversified and resilient LNG business for the decades ahead.”

De la Rey Venter, CEO of MidOcean, said: “We are excited to enter into this long-term partnership with PETRONAS, a leader in the LNG industry and a company that we respect. This investment is a clear reflection of our conviction in the future of LNG and its long-term role to help deliver global energy security and to underpin a practical and affordable energy transition.”

The transaction is anticipated to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary regulatory approvals.

RBC Capital Markets acted as financial advisor to MidOcean, and Latham & Watkins acted as legal advisor.

About EIG

EIG is a leading institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors with $23.8 billion assets under management as of June 30, 2025. EIG specializes in private investments in energy and energy-related infrastructure on a global basis. During its 42-year history, EIG has committed $51.3 billion to the energy sector through 420 projects or companies in 44 countries on six continents. EIG’s clients include many of the leading pension plans, insurance companies, endowments, foundations and sovereign wealth funds in the U.S., Asia and Europe. EIG is headquartered in Washington, D.C. with offices in Houston, London, Sydney, Rio de Janeiro, Hong Kong and Seoul.

About MidOcean Energy

MidOcean Energy, an LNG company formed and managed by EIG, seeks to build a diversified, resilient, cost- and carbon-competitive global LNG portfolio. It reflects EIG’s belief in LNG as a critical element of a lower carbon, competitive and more secure global energy system. MidOcean Energy has diverse LNG interests, including in Gorgon LNG, Pluto LNG, QCLNG and Peru LNG. The company is headed by De la Rey Venter, a 27-year industry veteran who has held a variety of senior executive roles, including Global Head of LNG for Shell Plc.

For additional information, please visit MidOcean Energy’s website at www.midoceanenergy.com or EIG’s website at www.eigpartners.com.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250930598702/en/ 

Contact

EIG/MidOcean Contact Information
FGS Global
Kelly Kimberly / Brandon Messina
+1 212-687-8080
EIG@fgsglobal.com 

Source : EIG 

--BERNAMA 

Hai Robotics Appoints Thomas Gwee to Lead ANZ Region Amid Growing Demand for Automation Solutions

Sydney, Australia, Oct. 1, 2025/ AgilityPR - AsiaNet /-- 

Hai Robotics, a global leader in intelligent warehouse automation systems for inventory storage and order fulfillment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Gwee as the new Regional Head for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).

With over two decades of experience in material handling and warehouse logistics, Gwee brings a wealth of technical and strategic expertise to further expand Hai Robotics' footprint in the region.

Previously serving as the Project Implementation Director at Hai Robotics in SEA (Singapore), Gwee successfully led his team in deploying over 200 HaiPick robotic units, consistently surpassing project goals and ensuring high customer satisfaction.

His technical background, combined with over a decade of leadership experience, makes him the ideal candidate to lead operations, drive growth, and deliver high-impact automation solutions in the ANZ market.

Thomas‘ diverse career experience includes key roles at Crown Equipments and SSI Schaefer, where he honed his expertise in automated storage, order fulfillment, and end-of-line system integration.

“It’s an exciting time to be part of the rapidly transforming logistics ecosystem in ANZ. I’m thrilled to embark this journey with the team and bring cutting-edge automation technology to shape the future of intelligent warehousing across this region,” said Thomas Gwee, Regional Head – ANZ, Hai Robotics.

“Thomas has consistently delivered high-performance results in some of our most complex deployments in Southeast Asia. His leadership, customer-focused mindset, and deep technical understanding make him uniquely qualified to scale our operations in ANZ,” said Nathan Zeng, President of SEA, ANZ, and South Korea, Hai Robotics.

With rising demand for automated solutions across Australia and New Zealand, Hai Robotics continues its commitment to bring world-leading technologies and local expertise to empower businesses across retail, logistics and manufacturing verticals.

About Hai Robotics

Hai Robotics is a leading global provider of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), delivering unparalleled system flexibility and maximizing operational efficiency for facilities of all sizes and conditions.

Hai developed a modular approach to automation called HaiPick Systems. By integrating advanced robotic equipment and software with nearly any industry-standard racking and storage materials, Hai Robotics delivers tailored automation solutions that can be easily modified even after implementation.

HaiPick Systems reduce warehouse storage footprints by up to 75% while increasing storage density and vertical capacity to over 39 feet (12 meters). They achieve 99%+ order pick accuracy, provide a 4x boost in efficiency, 3x daily throughput, and eliminate the need for human travel in order picking.

With 1,300+ projects implemented across 40+ countries, supported by 8 global offices and 60+ partners, Hai Robotics ensures reliable local support worldwide.

Contact details:

Mandy Bai

mandy.bai@hairobotics.com 

Source: Hai Robotics

--BERNAMA