The Internet Service Providers Association of Indonesia (APJII) is pushing for collaboration with 1,370 ISPs across the country to support the government’s Internet Village 2025 program, which aims to expand rural connectivity and strengthen digital transformation.
Fed’s Logan: Labor Market Must Loosen to Hit Inflation Goal
Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan said the US labor market must loosen further to reduce inflation to the 2% target, stressing that price stability remains the Federal Reserve’s top priority.
Aware Super Expands Global Portfolio with $1.3 Billion US Logistics Investment
Australia’s Aware Super has entered a $1.3 billion joint venture with Goodman Group, acquiring a 49% stake in a logistics portfolio spanning 2.8 million square feet in Southern California. The move underscores the fund’s global diversification strategy and highlights the growing demand for modern logistics infrastructure.
South Korea’s AI Chip Startup Rebellions Secures $250 Million Series C Funding at $1.4 Billion Valuation
Rebellions Inc., a leading AI chip startup from South Korea, has secured $250 million in Series C funding, lifting its valuation to $1.4 billion. Arm Holdings joined the round as a strategic investor to strengthen collaboration in AI infrastructure for global data centers.
Prabowo Subianto’s Official Visit to Canada Strengthens Strategic Partnership
President Prabowo Subianto’s official visit to Canada delivered historic milestones, including the signing of the Indonesia–Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (ICA-CEPA) and new defense and business cooperation, marking a new chapter in bilateral relations.
Canada Advances Digital Sovereignty with Telus First AI Factory and NVIDIA Partnership
Canada is advancing its digital sovereignty with the launch of its first sovereign AI factory in Rimouski, powered by NVIDIA technology. At the All In Canada AI Ecosystem event, leaders from government and industry, including NVIDIA, TELUS, Cohere, and RBC Capital Markets, outlined strategies to strengthen Canada’s role as a global hub for artificial intelligence.
APG, Norges Bank, and GIC Take Major Stake in TenneT Germany
The Dutch government has sold nearly half of TenneT’s German operations for $11.3 billion to a consortium of APG, Norges Bank, and GIC. The deal provides €8.5 billion in new capital for the operator, reinforcing Europe’s push toward renewable energy and reducing fiscal pressure on the Netherlands.
Indonesia’s President Prabowo Delivers First UN Speech, Reaffirms Support for Palestine and Global Commitments
President Prabowo Subianto’s debut at the UN General Assembly highlighted Indonesia’s evolving role on the world stage. From supporting Palestine and offering 20,000 peacekeepers to leading on food security and climate change, Indonesia positioned itself as a bridge between the Global North and South.
Huazhong University and CUHK Create Mini Medical Robot for Precision Body Monitoring
A joint research team from Huazhong University of Science and Technology and the Chinese University of Hong Kong has created a 1.3 mm miniature robot designed for physiological monitoring and precision drug delivery, opening new opportunities for precision medicine.
KKR Acquires Japan’s Hoken Minaoshi Hompo to Drive Insurance Market Expansion
KKR has acquired Japan’s Hoken Minaoshi Hompo Group for over 30 billion yen, setting the stage for further expansion in Asia’s insurance sector. The move reflects KKR’s strategy to leverage its global expertise and strengthen its foothold in Japan’s evolving market.
