The funding round, which values the two-year-old startup at $1.7 billion, included participation from Lenovo Capital, Vectr Fintech and Dara Holdings.
‘Frustrated’ Brunei man gets six months’ jail for running amok at home
A man received six months’ jail for committing mischief by damaging his mother’s property out of frustration due to his father’s recent passing.
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137 Pillars House, one of Chiang Mai’s most impressive boutique hotels, sprawls around a historic wooden building (supported by 137 teak pillars) that now houses a bar, a restaurant, and a lounge …
New Amari Maldives resort aims for versatility
Onyx Hospitality Group’s latest opening, the Amari Raaya Maldives, is expected to align well with the Maldives tourism ministry’s ambition to position the destination as one that welcomes a wide range …
The National Bank of Bahrain and Era Real Estate sign major financing accord
The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) and Era Real Estate have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to provide financing solutions for purchase of property in the Khudur Homes project in Diyar Al …
East Palestine community shares ongoing health concerns
There was mention of a divide between people in East Palestine on the seriousness of the derailment. Concerned citizens say they often speak with residents who do not believe there are any lasting …
Alargan to break ground on new bridge in Oman
Oman property developer Alargan is set to break ground this month on a new low-water bridge – technically known as an ‘Irish’ bridge – within its Telal Al Qurm development in Muscat.
UAE banks drive Golden Visa demand with competitive mortgage rates, residency support
The easy mortgage policies are giving a major push to the growing property markets in emirates like Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah as well UAE banks drive Golden Visa demand with competitive …
EDITORIAL: Probe from top layer
The remaining political career of two former prime ministers — Madhav Kumar Nepal and Baburam Bhattarai — will come to an end, and they will be barred from contesting elections in the future if they …
The Rise of Condo Investments in Taft, Manila: A Look at the Flourishing Property Sector
Taft, Manila experiences a surge in condo investments with Vista Residences’ premier projects, Kizuna Heights and Plumeria Heights, reshaping the city’s property sector Manila, Philippines – The …