Apollo has initiated its first dedicated hire for a $1 billion private credit fund focused on Singapore's high-growth enterprises, according to sources. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the city-state's efforts to enhance its position in the asset class. This strategic move by Apollo underscores the increasing interest in Singapore's burgeoning market, as the region continues to attract global investment. The fund aims to support local businesses by providing necessary capital for expansion and development, aligning with Singapore's economic growth objectives. Apollo's decision to invest in Singapore reflects the city's growing reputation as a hub for financial innovation and enterprise growth.

On March 18, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. According to Jin10, both parties emphasized the critical importance of ensuring the security of energy pipelines between the two nations. The Russian Foreign Ministry's website reported that, against the backdrop of Ukraine's ongoing attempts to disrupt the Blue Stream and TurkStream gas pipeline facilities, Lavrov and Fidan stressed the need to create conditions for the continued operation of Russia-Turkey strategic energy projects. The report also mentioned that the two ministers exchanged views on the situation in Iran. The Russian side advocated for prioritizing non-military political and diplomatic means to quickly ease the crisis triggered by U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran. Russia expressed its willingness to explore ways to facilitate crisis resolution and coordinate efforts with Turkey and other parties to alleviate tensions in the Middle East.

StableStock, a new generation of stablecoin-friendly brokerage, recently introduced several ETF products from CSOP Asset Management and launched a dedicated "CSOP Zone." Users can access the zone on the StableStock homepage to browse and trade CSOP-issued products. The newly launched products include several high-profile assets, such as CSOP 2x Long Hynix (07709), CSOP 2x Long Samsung Electronics (07747), and Hang Seng Tech ETF (03033), further enriching the platform's investment options in the Asian market. CSOP is one of Asia's leading asset management institutions and Hong Kong's largest ETP issuer and largest issuer of leveraged and inverse products. Through this product introduction and dedicated zone, StableStock continues to improve its global asset portfolio, enabling stablecoin users to participate more conveniently in cross-market allocation.

InsiderWire has announced plans to restrict replies and posts from Africa and South Asia once the feature becomes available. The decision excludes Southeast Asia, as Singapore is part of the region. Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT posted on X, suggesting that while the feature may initially help reduce AI-generated content and bots, it could eventually be circumvented by malicious actors.

Bitrefill confirmed a 1 March hack linked to the Lazarus Group after attackers used a compromised employee laptop to access its systems and drain funds. About 18,500 customer records were accessed, but the company said user funds are safe and losses will be covered.

BRB has announced the cancellation of an extraordinary shareholder meeting initially scheduled to discuss a capital increase of up to $1.7 billion. Bloomberg posted on X that the proposed increase aimed to address financial gaps resulting from transactions with the now-defunct Banco Master. The decision to cancel the meeting comes amid ongoing concerns about the financial implications of these transactions. BRB has not provided further details on the rescheduling of the meeting or alternative plans to address the financial shortfall.

Hong Kong's new energy vehicle sector experienced a downturn as shares of XPeng (09868.HK) and Li Auto (02015.HK) both fell by more than 3%. According to Jin10, other companies in the sector, including Geely Automobile (00175.HK), Leapmotor (09863.HK), BYD Company (01211.HK), and Xiaomi Group (01810.HK), also saw their stock prices decline. This trend reflects broader market movements affecting the new energy vehicle industry in Hong Kong.

Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister recently held a meeting with the European Union's envoy for the Gulf region. According to Jin10, the discussions focused on strengthening diplomatic relations and exploring avenues for cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the EU. The meeting underscores Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to engage with international partners and enhance its role in regional diplomacy.

Malaysia's ringgit has reached its highest level against the Singapore dollar in five years, driven by rising energy prices that benefit the net energy-exporting nation. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that the currency's appreciation is also fueled by growing optimism surrounding artificial intelligence advancements. The increase in energy prices has provided a significant boost to Malaysia's economy, enhancing the ringgit's value in the foreign exchange market. Additionally, the positive sentiment around AI developments has contributed to the currency's upward trajectory. This dual influence of energy market dynamics and technological optimism has positioned the ringgit favorably against the Singapore dollar, marking a notable milestone in its performance.

Tencent QClaw has unveiled a significant version update, enhancing its functionality and user experience. According to PANews, the update includes the upgrade of the WeChat entry to a mini-program, allowing users to upload or receive files from a computer. Additionally, a new feature called 'Inspiration Square' has been launched, offering pre-set tasks and skills that users can utilize with a single click, eliminating the need for manual command input.

On the evening of March 17 local time, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel publicly responded to the US government's threats against Cuba via social media, stating that "any foreign aggressor will encounter an impenetrable line of resistance." Díaz-Canel pointed out that the US has been openly threatening to overthrow Cuba's constitutional order by force almost daily, using the infuriating pretext of "economic difficulties facing Cuba," which he claimed are the result of over 60 years of US suppression and isolation. Díaz-Canel stated that the US is attempting to openly claim ownership of Cuba, its resources, property, and even the economy it is trying to strangle to force Cuba into submission. Only in this way can this brutal economic war, a collective punishment against the entire Cuban people, be justified. Díaz-Canel emphasized that, facing the most dire situation, Cuba firmly believes that any foreign aggressor will encounter an impenetrable line of resistance. Cuba remains steadfast. (CCTV International News)

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