Philippines' Ayala conglomerate sets up $150m tech fund

Company eyes disruptive investments in fintech, AI and battery technology

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Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, chairman and chief executive officer of Ayala Corp, said the company aimed to 'digitally transform our core businesses to ensure that our companies remain relevant to our partners and stakeholders'. (Photo courtesy of Ayala Corp.)

CLIFF VENZON, Nikkei staff writer

MANILA -- Ayala Corp., a major conglomerate in the Philippines, is setting up a $150 million venture fund to invest in disruptive technologies, Chairman and CEO Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala said Friday.

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