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Thailand reaches top 50 in startup rankings

Thailand has entered the top 50 in global startup rankings for the first time in six years, while cementing its position as Southeast Asia’s leading medical technology hub, according to the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index released by StartupBlink.

Bangkok Post

Jenfi Surpasses US$100 Million in SME Financing Across Southeast Asia

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jenfi, a Southeast Asia-focused SME credit platform, today announced that it has surpassed US$100 million in cumulative financing originations across the region, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued expansion across Singapore and Vietnam.Operating across two of Southeast Asia’s largest SME markets,…

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Ragnarok Zero: Global Launches First Open Beta Test for the First Global Ragnarok PC Server

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GRAVITY GAME UNITE SDN. BHD. is pleased to announce that the first Open Beta Test (OBT) for Ragnarok Zero: Global will officially begin on May 20, 2026. Ragnarok Zero: Global is the first Global PC service for the Ragnarok franchise, bringing players…

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How a book convinced Arundhati Bhattacharya, one of India's most powerful bankers, to try working for a U.S. tech company

Under Arundhati Bhattacharya, Salesforce’s South Asia headcount grew from 2,500 to over 18,000; India is now one of Salesforce’s fastest growing markets.

Fortune

Giant Dinosaur Skeleton Found In Thailand, The Nagatitan, May Be The Largest Dinosaur Of The Region

A local man in Thailand found strange looking rocks. He called a team to study them, and as it turns out, they were dinosaur bones. After years of research, this discovery was announced the largest ever sauropod in Southeast Asia. The full story is in the article.

Bored Panda

'Last titan' of Thailand discovered, and it's the longest-necked dinosaur on record from Southeast Asia

A newfound species of long-necked dinosaur from Thailand lived up to 120 million years ago, and it's the largest known of its kind from Southeast Asia.

LiveScience

PE firm Lightrock launches $500 million fund for companies focused on energy transition, EVs

London's Lightrock has launched a $500 million fund, Accelerate7, to scale energy access and clean cooking firms in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Investing $10-50 million in growth-stage companies, the fund targets electricity, clean cooking, electric mobility, and energy storage, backed by major energy players.

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Iran war energy shock drives India's interest in ethanol and other biofuels

India and Southeast Asian nations are boosting biofuel use amid global fuel disruptions. This move aims to reduce reliance on imported oil and manage rising costs. However, challenges remain in developing supply chains and ensuring vehicle compatibility. Experts also highlight environmental concerns related to crop-based biofuel production. The shift towards…

The Economic Times

Bulletin world briefing: Cuba in crisis as protests erupt after fuel runs out

Cuba has completely run out of diesel and fuel oil, energy minister says Brigitte Macron addresses new claims over slapping French president Second US soldier, 19, found dead after training exercise in Morocco Unseasonal and violent storm kills at least 96 people in India Massive dinosaur becomes largest fossil unearthed…

The Independent UK

Southeast Asia’s AI boom has a power problem — and it’s being underestimated

Southeast Asia’s AI surge is accelerating but power constraints may define its limits.

TechRadar

Inside Vijay’s Secretive ₹624 Crore Luxury Empire

For years, fans have seen Vijay as one of Indian cinema’s most guarded superstars. Unlike many celebrities who constantly showcase their wealth on social media, the Tamil superstar has built an image around restraint, privacy, and controlled public appearances. Yet behind that carefully protected image lies one of the most…

Times Life

10 Rare Cat Breeds You Almost Never See in Real Life

Some cat breeds are so uncommon that even lifelong cat lovers may never encounter them in person. While millions of domestic cats live around the world, only a small number belong to rare or geographically limited breeds shaped by isolation, selective breeding, or unique genetic traits. These cats often carry…

Times Pets

King Cobra Capitals: 10 countries where the world’s deadliest snake thrives

The king cobra is one of the most feared and scientifically fascinating reptiles on Earth. Recognised as the world’s longest venomous snake, it can grow beyond 18 feet and deliver a powerful neurotoxic venom capable of killing large animals. Despite its deadly reputation, the species is naturally shy and usually…

The Times of India

Five snakes that actually fly, here's what they are and where to spot them

Five species of Southeast Asian snakes defy gravity by launching from trees and flattening their bodies into a ribbon-like shape to glide. This aerial undulation, a complex maneuver involving rhythmic waves, stabilizes their flight and allows them to travel between branches, serving as a shortcut for movement and predator evasion.

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Times Life

7 Most Venomous Snakes in the World & How Their Bite Kills

For centuries, snakes have been among the most feared creatures on Earth. Their silent movement, sudden strikes, and deadly venom have inspired myths, survival stories, and scientific fascination across civilizations. While most snake species are harmless to humans, a small number possess venom so powerful that a single bite can…

Times Life

5 Most Powerful Hanuman Temples Outside India You Must Visit

Lord Hanuman is one of the most loved and worshipped deities in Hindu tradition. Known for strength, devotion, courage, humility, and unwavering loyalty to Lord Rama, Hanuman’s spiritual influence extends far beyond India. Over the centuries, Hindu communities across the world have built magnificent temples dedicated to him, turning them…

The Economic Times

Indian travellers get a new Southeast Asia circuit via MakeMyTrip

MakeMyTrip has expanded its partnership with Vietravel Corporation to include Cambodia and Laos, enhancing travel options for Indian tourists in Southeast Asia. This collaboration aims to create immersive multi-country experiences, focusing on local culture, heritage, and cuisine across Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. The move capitalizes on growing Indian demand for…

The Independent UK

Southeast Asian leaders will reaffirm core values in veiled Mideast war rebuke

Southeast Asian leaders plan to issue a contingency plan that upholds international law, sovereignty and freedom of navigation in what could be seen as a veiled rebuke to the United States, Israel and Iran over the Middle East war which has impacted their region, according to a draft declaration seen…

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The Guardian - UK

Bangkok, Bali and beyond in style: three itineraries for a multi-stop adventure

You don’t have to cut corners to enjoy the kaleidoscopic cultures, world-class cuisines and hidden corners of Southeast Asia, here’s how to do it with a bit of panache

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Scientists Set Up Camera Traps In Remote Forest, Here’s What They Discovered (69 Pics)

Hidden deep within Southeast Asia lies one of the world’s most mysterious and biologically rich regions, the Annamite Mountains. Stretching across Laos, Vietnam, and into northeastern Cambodia, this remote forest range has long remained largely unexplored. But a recent 2025 camera-trap survey, led by Fauna & Flora in collaboration with…

Fortune

Global investors are shrugging off Iran worries and returning to markets in Asia, the 'backbone of the whole AI value chain'

The AI boom is lifting markets across East Asia, yet energy concerns are causing Southeast Asia to lag behind.

The Conversation

The cradle of Earth’s rich ocean life was a massive coral reef system 20 million years ago

New research published today in Science Advances reveals that the largest expansion of coral reefs in the past 100 million years happened about 20 to 10 million years ago, between Australia and Southeast Asia.

The Independent UK

Photos show how toxic runoff from rare earth mines are risking Southeast Asia's rivers

A lone finger-length fish was a disappointing start to 75-year-old Sukjai Yana’s day. He recast his net from the bow of his long-tail fishing boat, slowly drifting towards the confluence of the Mekong and Kok rivers in northern Thailand.

International Business Times

From Akulaku to Skyro: Why Fintech Lenders Are More Popular Than Banks in Southeast Asia

Mobile-first lending, loose regulation, and alternative credit scoring are fueling fintech dominance across a largely unbanked region.

The Independent UK

US launches sweeping crackdown on Southeast Asia cyberscams and sanctions Cambodian senator

U.S. officials have announced a major crackdown on Southeast Asian cyberscam operations controlled by Chinese transnational organized crime

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