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The Ultimate Guide to Platform-as-a-Service

A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS).

What to know about Platform-as-a-Service

Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) represents a critical layer in cloud computing that enables developers and organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications without the complexity of maintaining infrastructure. It sits alongside other cloud service models such as Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), offering integrated environments that accelerate digital transformation and application innovation.

Exploring recent stories tagged with Platform-as-a-Service reveals a vibrant ecosystem marked by rapid growth, diverse vendor advancements, and strategic partnerships. From new PaaS solutions focusing on AI integration, hybrid cloud adoption, and low-code/no-code development, to expansions in analytics, security, and data management platforms, the landscape is shaped by emerging technologies and evolving business demands.

Readers interested in Platform-as-a-Service will gain insights into how organizations leverage PaaS to enhance agility, optimize operations, and scale innovation. The stories also highlight challenges like security, integration complexities, and market competition, providing a comprehensive view of PaaS’s role in shaping the future of cloud computing and enterprise digital strategies.

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Recent Platform-as-a-Service News

QuikBot strengthens leadership for global autonomous growth
Private Equity

QuikBot strengthens leadership for global autonomous growth

QuikBot Technologies appoints three senior executives to bolster leadership and attract capital for expanding its autonomous urban logistics platform globally.

Mon, 21st Apr 2025

Alibaba Cloud unveils new AI models & infrastructure upgrades
Digital Transformation

Alibaba Cloud unveils new AI models & infrastructure upgrades

Alibaba Cloud has launched advanced AI models and tools aimed at international customers, enhancing its offerings in Singapore as part of a USD $53 billion investment.

Wed, 9th Apr 2025

AdZ Basket unveils AI-driven ad platform in Singapore
Digital Transformation

AdZ Basket unveils AI-driven ad platform in Singapore

AdZ Basket has launched its innovative AI-powered advertising platform, AdZ Basket OOH, in Singapore, merging Out-of-Home and digital ads for enhanced campaign effectiveness.

Thu, 6th Mar 2025

China's cloud infrastructure spend rises to USD $9.2 billion in Q3 2023
Channel ecosystem

China's cloud infrastructure spend rises to USD $9.2 billion in Q3 2023

China's cloud infrastructure spend soars to $9.2bn in Q3 2023, with Alibaba, Huawei, and Tencent leading the market.

Wed, 27th Dec 2023

Singtel launches Zoom's solutions for digital transformation
Communication

Singtel launches Zoom's solutions for digital transformation

These services will be available to enterprises with Singtel's Zoom Phone Connector, where phone calls can be enabled from fixed lines to Zoom Meetings.

Thu, 19th Jan 2023

8x8 supplies SMS API to Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia
Application Programming Interface

8x8 supplies SMS API to Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia

CCEP Indonesia has onboarded 8x8's SMS API to provide a mobile order and delivery management platform for its distributors and retailers.

Tue, 10th Aug 2021

apexanalytix launches Qubiton for AI-powered supplier checks
Data Protection

apexanalytix launches Qubiton for AI-powered supplier checks

Businesses can now run supplier, tax and sanctions checks through AI tools, as apexanalytix opens access to more than 280 million records.

Last week

Cata raises USD $5.3 million to expand branded apps
Small Business

Cata raises USD $5.3 million to expand branded apps

Restaurants and retailers are seeking more control over customer data as the Singapore startup readies its first overseas push into Germany.

Last month

Sage buys Doyen AI to speed finance software rollout
Capital Management

Sage buys Doyen AI to speed finance software rollout

The move could cut costly rollout delays for finance teams, as Sage brings in-house AI that speeds data migration, mapping and configuration.

Last month

ClickHouse deepens Google Cloud tie-up with four updates
Cloud Storage

ClickHouse deepens Google Cloud tie-up with four updates

Enterprises could query lakehouse data without moving it, as the database firm adds managed deployment, Arm processors and AI tools on Google Cloud.

Last month

OVHcloud and Alchemy strike blockchain cloud tie-up
Hyperscale

OVHcloud and Alchemy strike blockchain cloud tie-up

The deal could help blockchain developers reach more regulated markets sooner, as Alchemy expands its multi-cloud setup via OVHcloud's infrastructure.

Last month

Cloudflare expands Agent Cloud for AI software agents
Digital Transformation

Cloudflare expands Agent Cloud for AI software agents

Developers may cut the cost of running AI agents at scale as the update adds short-lived execution, storage and Linux sandboxes.

Last month

Anthropic launches Claude Managed Agents in public beta
Cybersecurity

Anthropic launches Claude Managed Agents in public beta

Developers can now deploy cloud-hosted Claude agents without building the supporting infrastructure, as Anthropic handles security, tracing and state management.

Last month

Nutanix expands Kubernetes & AI push for neoclouds
Virtualisation

Nutanix expands Kubernetes & AI push for neoclouds

The move could help enterprises and AI cloud operators manage containers, GPUs and data with one model as demand for edge and agentic AI grows.

Last month

SAP to acquire Reltio to boost enterprise data, AI ops
Procurement

SAP to acquire Reltio to boost enterprise data, AI ops

The deal will give SAP tools to clean up mixed enterprise data, helping customers feed more reliable records into AI agents and analytics.

Tue, 31st Mar 2026

Redgate unveils SaaS edition of its database monitor
Managed Services

Redgate unveils SaaS edition of its database monitor

Redgate launches a managed SaaS version of its Monitor tool, promising simpler deployment and upkeep for complex, mixed database estates.

Thu, 19th Mar 2026

Hitachi iQ upgrade targets on-prem agentic AI at scale
Virtualisation

Hitachi iQ upgrade targets on-prem agentic AI at scale

Hitachi Vantara upgrades its iQ stack with new AI agents, NVIDIA GPU options and data integration to run agentic AI on-prem at scale.

Tue, 17th Mar 2026

Hitachi Vantara tops APeJ high-end storage rankings
Data Protection

Hitachi Vantara tops APeJ high-end storage rankings

Hitachi Vantara claims top APeJ spot in IDC's Q3 2025 rankings for high-end external storage, leading key markets including India and Korea.

Thu, 26th Feb 2026

Telgea raises USD $5m to expand global mobile platform
Unified Communications

Telgea raises USD $5m to expand global mobile platform

Telgea raises USD $5m led by Telenor to scale its unified global mobile platform for operators and multinational enterprise customers.

Thu, 26th Feb 2026

BPC named tech leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix ranking
Productivity

BPC named tech leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix ranking

BPC has been named a technology leader in QKS Group's 2025 SPARK Matrix for merchant payment platforms, recognising SmartVista's breadth.

Wed, 25th Feb 2026

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