Business efficiency platform CreateSolutions was acquired by China-based information technology solutions provider NetClass Technology for $2.5M expanding its market across Asia by providing the company with a new operational center in Tokyo, Japan.

In Japan, asset management services provider WealthNavi was snapped up by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group for $571.4M to enhance their online services by driving innovations with fintech companies.

In February, computer programming tools developer Horizon Quantum was bought by US-based investment bank dMY Squared Technology Group for $500M to address the “applications bottleneck” in quantum computing, enabling broader access to quantum systems for solving real-world problems.

In Singapore, AI-based consumer insights software provider Ai Palette was acquired by data, insights & analytics software business GlobalData for $11.5M in March to accelerate growth while helping CPG brands innovate smarter and faster. 

 The largest tech M&A deals in Asia through Q1 2025 included the purchase of the leading global video-based social media platform in China, Joyy for $2.1B by Chinese technology company Baidu to diversify its revenue and better compete with online entertainment rivals.