3 Before 9: February 11, 2026

South Korea AI startup Wrtn plans U.S. expansion and IPO

South Korean AI entertainment startup Wrtn, known for its interactive storytelling service, is expanding into the U.S. market and targeting an IPO as early as 2028, after achieving strong revenue growth from South Korea and Japan.

Why it matters for Asia

an Asia-born AI startup planning an international expansion and IPO highlights regional innovation strength and shows Asian AI companies can scale beyond home markets.

Visa survey finds 74 % of Asia-Pacific consumers use AI for shopping

A new survey shows 74 % of Asia-Pacific consumers already use AI tools for shopping activities, but concerns about trust and transparency at checkout remain significant, with 26 % unsure whether AI recommendations align with their interests.

Why it matters for Asia

as AI becomes a mainstream part of consumer experiences, trust and transparency issues could shape regulatory priorities and platform design requirements across Asia.

Asia AI Infrastructure Malaysia Summit 2026 highlights regional AI build-out

The Asia AI Infrastructure Malaysia Summit 2026 will bring together industry, government, and tech leaders to shape the future of regional AI infrastructure, focusing on cloud, data centres, connectivity, and sustainable compute capacity.

Why it matters for Asia

infrastructure, not just models, underpins AI growth. Regional coordination and investment in physical AI foundations can speed adoption and competitiveness in Asia.

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South Korea AI startup Wrtn plans U.S. expansion and IPO

Visa survey finds 74 % of Asia-Pacific consumers use AI for shopping

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