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Temus and Thinking Machines Data Science join forces to scale enterprise AI across Southeast Asia
The acquisition of Thinking Machines (TM) combines Temus’ transformation delivery infrastructure with TM’s decade-long execution capability in building data platforms and deploying enterprise AI systems.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2026 – Temus, a Singapore AI and digital transformation company established by Temasek, today announced a strategic investment in Philippines-headquartered Thinking Machines Data Science (TM), OpenAI’s first official Services Partner in Asia Pacific.
TM will continue to operate under its own brand and leadership as “Thinking Machines Data Science, a Temus entity”. Stephanie Sy joins the Temus leadership team, and co-leads the combined Applied AI & Data team as Managing Director, alongside Sutowo Wong.
“The window to capture this moment in Southeast Asia is now, and you need the right partners to move at the speed the market demands,” said Stephanie Sy. “We built Thinking Machines because we believed that the region deserved world-class AI capability – built here, for here. Joining the Temus group means we can pursue that ambition at a scale we could not have reached alone. Our team, our brand, and our commitment to our clients remain unchanged. What changes is the breadth of what we can offer them.”
Accelerating production-grade AI deployment across Southeast Asia
TM was founded in Manila in 2015 by Stephanie Sy. Over a decade, it has trained more than 10,000 professionals in AI and co-developed hundreds of AI systems with organisations across financial services, retail, conglomerates, and the civic sector. It operates offices in Manila, Singapore, and Bangkok. Its recognition as OpenAI’s first APAC Services Partner and recently awarded OpenAI advanced partner status – reflects a track record of deploying production-grade AI systems across diverse operating environments in the region.
Temus, 500-strong and anchored in Singapore, provides full-stack AI transformation spanning cloud and application engineering, consulting, and design. Its work spans healthcare, defence, financial services, education, and government, in line with Singapore’s Smart Nation and National AI Strategy priorities.
The acquisition of TM combines Temus’ transformation delivery infrastructure – including its AI Foundry, launched in May 2026 at the Asia Tech x Summit with support from Digital Industry Singapore – with TM’s decade-long execution capability in building data platforms and deploying enterprise AI systems. Together, the two firms are positioned to accelerate the move from AI pilots to production-grade deployment across Southeast Asia.
Clients and partners of both firms will benefit from expanded capability across the combined entity, with no disruption to existing engagements or teams.
Sutowo Wong, Managing Director, Applied AI & Data, Temus, said: “I’m glad to be working alongside Stephanie and the Thinking Machines team as we bring our two teams together. Our combined Applied AI & Data team brings together Temus’ transformation delivery capability with Thinking Machines’ decade of AI execution experience. Together, we’re able to support clients with a deeper bench across the full spectrum of AI and data work, and scale AI impact across the Southeast Asia region.”
Sng Ren Yeong, Chief Executive Officer, Temus, said: “Many enterprises are navigating the challenge of running AI systems that hold up under real operating conditions – constrained data, regulatory requirements, complex workflows. That requires a different level of engineering, governance, and integration. Thinking Machines brings deep capability in that layer of the problem. This investment connects two parts of the system that need to work as one: how AI is built, and how it is made to operate at scale.”
He added: “This investment is a recognition of a shared mission – two teams that were each built by people who came home to build. Thinking Machines gains the reach and resources of the Temus group. Temus gains a team that has been doing serious AI delivery work for over a decade. Together, we are better placed than ever to help organisations move from AI pilots into production, for Singapore and beyond.”
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About Temus
Temus helps public sector agencies and private enterprises transform how they work and serve citizens and customers with production-grade AI, cloud & application engineering, consulting & design, in line with Singapore’s Smart Nation and National AI ambitions. Temus’ work spans healthcare, defence, financial services, education, and government.
Established by Temasek in 2021, Temus is 500-strong and anchored in Singapore with a growing regional presence. More at temus.com.
About Thinking Machines Data Science
Thinking Machines Data Science is an AI and data transformation company, built in Manila and operating across Southeast Asia. We work at the intersection of AI, data, business, and ways of working, helping enterprises design, deploy, and adopt AI systems that improve how work gets done. Since 2015, we have served over 110 clients, trained more than 10,000 professionals to apply AI, and delivered enterprise AI and data systems across financial services, retail, conglomerates, and civic organisations.
Today, Thinking Machines operates offices in Manila, Singapore, and Bangkok.
More at thinkingmachin.es.
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THAI SELECT Festival 2026 Draws Strong Public Interest in New York, Reinforcing Thai Cuisine as a Global Soft Power
The festival marked another important milestone in Thailand’s efforts to strengthen the international recognition of Thai cuisine as one of the country’s most influential Soft Power assets while enhancing the global reputation of the THAI SELECT certification as a trusted symbol of authentic Thai food and exceptional dining experiences.
The Ministry of Commerce was deeply honored by the gracious presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi, who presided over the festival’s opening ceremony. Her Royal Highness’s participation added significant prestige to the event and underscored Thailand’s continued commitment to promoting its rich culinary heritage on the international stage.
Held under the theme “THAI SELECT Playground – Play with Thai Flavors,” the festival transformed one of New York City’s most iconic public spaces into an immersive celebration of Thai gastronomy. Visitors experienced Thailand through authentic flavors, cultural traditions, and interactive activities designed to showcase the diversity and creativity of Thai cuisine in an engaging and accessible way for audiences of all ages.
Following the opening ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce, Mrs. Suphajee Suthumpunaccompanied Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi on a tour of the festival, visiting all 15 THAI SELECT-certified restaurants participating in the event. Each restaurant showcased a selection of authentic Thai signature dishes alongside innovative culinary creations, offering visitors an opportunity to experience the richness and diversity of Thailand’s culinary heritage.
Throughout the festival, guests also enjoyed a variety of interactive culinary and cultural activities that provided immersive opportunities to explore Thai food traditions, craftsmanship, and regional flavors. Continuous participation across every activity zone created a vibrant atmosphere throughout the day, demonstrating the festival’s success in engaging consumers through authentic experiences while strengthening appreciation for Thai cuisine and the THAI SELECT brand.
Another major highlight of the festival was the appearance of internationally acclaimed Thai actors Mile Phakphum Romsaithong and Apo Nattawin Wattanagitiphat, who met with fans and joined festival activities celebrating Thailand’s culinary culture. As ambassadors of Thailand’s contemporary Soft Power, their participation generated tremendous excitement and further expanded public awareness of Thai cuisine and the THAI SELECT brand among international audiences.
The success of THAI SELECT Festival 2026 demonstrates the unique ability of Thai cuisine to connect people from diverse cultures through exceptional flavors, hospitality, and meaningful shared experiences. More importantly, the festival highlighted the growing role of food as a powerful driver of cultural exchange, international trade, tourism, and economic opportunity, further strengthening Thailand’s position as one of the world’s leading culinary destinations.
The festival also reaffirmed DITP’s long-term commitment to promoting Thai food products, supporting Thai restaurants overseas, and expanding international recognition of the THAI SELECT certification. Through initiatives such as THAI SELECT Festival, DITP continues to create valuable business opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs, strengthen consumer confidence in authentic Thai cuisine, and enhance the global competitiveness of Thailand’s food industry while advancing the country’s Soft Power strategy on the world stage.
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About THAI SELECT
THAI SELECT is the official certification awarded by the Ministry of Commerce of Thailand to restaurants and ready-to-eat Thai food products that meet recognized standards of authenticity, quality, and the distinctive identity of Thai cuisine.
Today, the THAI SELECT program has established a global presence with 1,499 THAI SELECT-certified restaurants across 72 countries and territories, supported by 57 Thai Trade Centers worldwide. The certification is currently awarded across four categories: 11 Three-Star restaurants, 221 Two-Star restaurants, 894 One-Star restaurants, and 373 THAI SELECT Casual restaurants, reflecting a diverse range of authentic Thai dining experiences around the world.
In addition, 1,072 Thai ready-to-eat food products from 118 companies have earned the THAI SELECT certification, reinforcing consumer confidence in premium Thai food products available in international markets.
Through the THAI SELECT program, the Ministry of Commerce continues to strengthen Thailand’s global culinary reputation, support Thai entrepreneurs overseas, promote exports of Thai food products, and position Thai cuisine as one of the country’s most influential Soft Power assets.
From July 30 to August 9 at ICE BSD City, Tangerang, VinFast will welcome visitors to an immersive exhibition space designed to bring the complete EV ownership journey to life, from vehicle selection and charging to after-sales services, customer support programs, and solutions that help optimize long-term ownership costs while enhancing vehicle value over time.
A key highlight of VinFast’s presence at GIIAS 2026 is the debut of its “Drive Worry Free” proposition, built around five pillars: Zero Operating Cost, Battery Peace of Mind, Ownership Confidence, Service Confidence, and Business Confidence. Through these five pillars, VinFast aims to support customers throughout every stage of EV ownership, from selecting and purchasing a vehicle to everyday use, by addressing practical considerations including operating costs, charging accessibility, battery support, after-sales services, long-term vehicle value, and opportunities to unlock additional economic value.
Visitors who place a vehicle deposit during GIIAS 2026 will also enjoy a range of exclusive promotions. Customers purchasing the VF 3 mini-SUV will receive a MAP shopping voucher worth IDR 3 million. Buyers of the VF MPV 7 and Limo Green will receive a shopping voucher worth IDR 4 million, while customers purchasing the VF 6 or VF 7 will receive a voucher worth IDR 5 million.
In addition, customers who place a reservation at the exhibition will have the opportunity to participate in a lucky draw featuring attractive prizes. The promotion is subject to VinFast’s applicable terms and conditions, and shopping vouchers are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
Alongside these exhibition-exclusive offers, VinFast continues to provide a range of competitive ownership programs designed to enhance customer confidence throughout the ownership journey. These include a resale value guarantee of up to 80%, complimentary charging at the V-GREEN charging network, two years of complimentary battery subscription and a lifetime battery warranty.
Visitors to the VinFast booth can explore the Company’s growing product portfolio, including the VF 3, VF 6, VF 7, VF MPV 7, Nerio Green, Herio Green, and Limo Green. Selected models will also be available for test drives, allowing visitors to experience their performance, technology, comfort, and driver assistance features first-hand.
Beyond the vehicle display, visitors can also explore the dedicated V-GREEN charging zone to learn more about the company’s expanding charging infrastructure, including its growing network of thousands of charging points across Indonesia and the charging programs available to VinFast customers.
The booth also features the Green Rental zone, showcasing the “Sewa Jadi Cuan” initiative, which enables eligible VinFast owners to make their vehicles available for rental through VinFast’s official platform when not in use, allowing them to generate additional value from their vehicles.
In addition, visitors can consult VinFast representatives on warranty and maintenance programs, battery subscription plans, the resale value guarantee program, and a range of flexible financing solutions offered in collaboration with banking and financial partners in Indonesia.
Antonio Zara, CEO of VinFast Indonesia, said: “Choosing a vehicle is not simply about selecting a means of transportation. It is also about choosing an ecosystem that can support customers throughout their ownership journey. Through GIIAS 2026, we want Indonesian consumers to experience how VinFast brings together electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, after-sales services, customer programs, and mobility solutions into one integrated ecosystem, making the transition to electric mobility more convenient and worry-free.”
In just over two years since entering the Indonesian market, VinFast has built an increasingly diverse product portfolio while steadily developing a comprehensive electric mobility ecosystem supported by its assembly plant, the V-GREEN charging network, an expanding dealer and after-sales network, Green Rental mobility solutions, and a growing range of customer-focused ownership programs.
To date, VinFast has established more than 40 dealer showrooms across Indonesia and continues to expand its retail footprint, with plans to add more than 150 new showroom locations in the coming years. This expansion underscores the Company’s long-term commitment to the Indonesian market and its aspiration to support the country’s transition toward greener transportation./.
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Accordingly, the reaffirmation of SeABank’s Ba3 local currency (LC) and foreign currency (FC) LT bank deposit and issuer ratings, together with the change in outlook to Positive from Stable, reflects the Bank’s strengthened intrinsic credit profile. This is evidenced by the upgrade of SeABank’s BCA and Adjusted BCA from B1 to Ba3, reflecting Moody’s view that the Bank’s solvency profile has strengthened, supported by stable asset quality, stronger capital and risk management.
In addition, the upgrade of SeABank’s LT FC and LC CRRs to Ba2 and LT CR Assessment to Ba2(cr) demonstrates a positive assessment of the Bank’s ability to meet its financial obligations to counterparties. These upgrades further reinforce SeABank’s reputation in the financial market and enhance its ability to expand partnerships and access funding from domestic and international financial institutions.
Moody’s also expects SeABank’s credit profile to benefit from ongoing efforts to diversify its funding base and improve funding stability over the next 12–18 months. The agency also believes SeABank has the potential for a one-notch rating upgrade if Vietnam’s sovereign rating is upgraded in the future.
The report also notes that SeABank’s asset quality remained broadly stable, with non-performing loans ratio (NPL) maintained at an appropriate level and new delinquencies expected to remain low over the next 12–18 months, underpinned by the supportive operating environment and the bank’s adequate track record in asset quality management.
Furthermore, Moody’s expects SeABank to maintain a solid capital position, with its tangible common equity to risk-weighted assets (TCE/RWA) ratio remaining above 12%, in line with domestic peers.
Moody’s also noted that SeABank’s growing access to long-term funding from development financial institutions will further enhance the stability of funding structure, mitigate refinancing risks, and support the Bank’s sustainable growth in the years ahead.
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