Optro Expands to Singapore, Launching Automated GRC Controls in APAC

The AI-powered GRC platform, formerly known as AuditBoard, has established a new regional hub in Singapore to support its growing Asia Pacific customer base.

Justin Tomlinson

Editor-in-Chief, Mora Discover

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Optro, an AI-powered governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platform formerly known as AuditBoard, has announced its expansion into Singapore. This new location serves as the company's newest regional center, marking a major step forward in supporting global GRC teams and providing localized services for its rapidly growing customer base in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The platform, which is currently trusted by more than half of the Fortune 500, aims to empower enterprises to transform risk into opportunity.[1][2]

With this expansion, Optro is introducing the APAC region's first fully automated controls testing. The official announcement of the Singapore hub was made on June 22, 2026, at The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Conference 2026, which was held in Singapore.[1][2]

The decision to establish a physical presence in Singapore comes at a critical time for businesses in the area. Organizations across the Asia Pacific region are currently navigating increasingly complex risk environments, which are being heavily shaped by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. Optro's localized presence is designed to help these enterprises manage these evolving challenges effectively.[1][2]

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