Other Briefings
Cambodian Companies Now Required to Use National Domain Name
Registered companies in Cambodia are now required to use a local domain name such as .com.kh for their websites and email addresses.
Opportunities in Indonesia’s Internet of Things Sector
Indonesia’s Internet of Things market is expected to reach US$30 billion by 2022. Its impact can enhance industrial productivity and reduce operational costs.
Thailand Issues First Personal Data Protection Act
Thailand’s first-ever law on personal data protection will come into force on June 1, 2022, after being postponed since 2019.
The Australia-Asian PowerLink: Encouraging Investments in ASEAN Renewable Energy
The Australia-Asia PowerLink should be a wake-up call for ASEAN members to spur renewable energy investments.
Indonesia’s GoTo Goes Public, Market Capitalization of US$32bn
Indonesia’s GoTo was officially listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange and saw its market capitalization valued at US$32 billion.
Laos Issues Tax Obligations for Non-Resident E-commerce and Digital Platform Providers, Joins Other ASEAN Markets
The taxing of non-resident e-commerce and digital players in Laos is part of a continuing trend in ASEAN.
Singapore to Reap Long-Term Benefits Under RCEP
Singapore hopes to reap long-term benefits under the RCEP by integrating further into global supply chains and strengthening its position as a business hub in the Asia-Pacific.
Malaysia Imposes Licensing Requirements for Cloud Service Providers
Effective from January 1, 2022, Malaysia has imposed a licensing requirement on the provision of cloud services, although it will only be enforced from April 1, 2022.
Digital Banking in Malaysia: New Opportunities for Fintech
Malaysia’s central bank is set to issue its first digital banking licenses in early 2022, a move that could position the country as one of Southeast Asia’s leaders in fintech.
Tokopedia and Gojek Merger Creates Indonesia’s Largest Digital Services Company
Indonesia’s biggest internet companies Gojek and Tokopedia announced a US$18 billion merger in what is the country’s largest-ever business deal.
