Digital transformation through the use of new technologies continues to accelerate in Southeast Asia (SEA) despite the challenges brought by the Covid-19 pandemic. While some industries have struggled for business continuity, many are still able to adapt to the challenges, adopting new technologies rapidly for remote working and maintaining operational productivity. Those that could adapt... Read more » Read more ›
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TikTok owner ByteDance had been weighing an IPO in the US or Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the company’s plans. Now, the Beijing-based company reportedly decided to postpone the plans indefinitely after regulators told it to focus on data security risks. Chinese companies’ burgeoning pipeline for initial public offerings (IPOs) in the United... Read more » Read more ›
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Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB), a special purpose vehicle (SPV) under the Malaysian Ministry of Finance, has released a statement last Thursday clarifying details of the Malaysia 5G tender awarded to Ericsson. DNB stated that Ericsson’s estimated cost of RM 11 billion for the design, build, and maintenance of the national Malaysia 5G network is “around... Read more » Read more ›
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With digital marketing, good, clean, and insightful data is a key pillar which a business stands to drive growth and profits. Having clear and precise data-driven outcomes should be a priority for all marketers. When used in tandem with well-defined marketing and sales goals, and various marketing tools and techniques, companies will discover that their... Read more » Read more ›
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Media and entertainment isn’t quite the industry we think of when it comes to blockchain. Often misunderstood and mistakenly used interchangeably, blockchain has gained both popularity and notoriety due to its association with the ever-controversial bitcoin. The lowdown on Blockchain There are multitudes of practical applications for blockchain technology due to its security and transparency... Read more » Read more ›
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As technology becomes embedded in our lives and in the increasingly smart devices we surround ourselves with, the amounts of data being collected have sky-rocketed. Whether or not good use is made of this digital resource depends on the user’s need — profit, wellness, research, or engineering perfection. This article hopes to explore some common... Read more » Read more ›
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An economic recovery starts with growth, jobs, skills, and equity, in an inclusive way — this was the key message by world leaders at the World Economic Forum’s virtual Jobs Reset Summit 2021 earlier this June. As history has taught us, pandemics have been a key driver for massive societal transformation. Not only would it... Read more » Read more ›
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Since 2013, China has signaled that it wants to ban bitcoin. In May this year, China stepped up efforts to rein in the country’s cryptocurrency industry. The country has banned crypto mining operations and ordered major banks not to do business with crypto companies. For a long time, China has been home to more than... Read more » Read more ›
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While most remote working employees use company-issued devices, many still use their personal devices for work. Personal devices such as handphones and laptops that are not issued by an organization are some of the major factors leading to cybercrime. A zero-trust approach to cybersecurity may just be the answer for them. Almost everyone owns a... Read more » Read more ›
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As more manual processes become automated, industries are looking to see how they can implement them best without disrupting their business. While some industries have chosen to go paperless, reduce forms, and shorten processing times, others are still trying to achieve this. One sector that is looking to speed up traditional and complex processes is... Read more » Read more ›
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The CAC has an ongoing crackdown on apps and online content for allegations of improper data collection and misinformation. The internet watchdog did not slow down after launching a probe of ride-hailing giant Didi for allegedly violating user privacy, just days after its listing in New York. Now, any company with data for more than... Read more » Read more ›
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Building a startup on the cloud is gaining traction. However, one of the biggest concerns for any startup today is access to funding. For tech startups, funding is the key ingredient in ensuring they can develop their ideas and start their business. A successful pitch would guarantee them funding but there also several challenges that... Read more » Read more ›
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Both NUS and NTU will collaborate to build a data center testbed by October 2021, under a new S$23 million research program. The Sustainable Tropical Data Centre Testbed (STDCT) will promote the co-creation and demonstration of advanced cooling technologies. Of all the data centers in Southeast Asia, Singapore supplies about 60% of on-premise storage –... Read more » Read more ›
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A Bengaluru-based startup is solving the credit card woes of GenZ and millennials in India. Slice offers a completely zero-fee card with no hidden charges or annual fees. It also offers users the ability to split their bills and make payments in a duration of up to three months with no interest. The fintech firm... Read more » Read more ›
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From Singapore to Beijing to Mumbai, the Asia Pacific region continues to see increasing cybercrime activities. Be it ransomware, phishing, or botnet drones, as businesses continue to add more cybersecurity protections, cybercriminals are still able to find devious means and ways to wreak havoc. According to a report by Check Point Research, Asia Pacific experienced... Read more » Read more ›
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With technology democratizing most markets and placing any company’s competitors just a click away, ensuring your hard-won customers stay onside involves a lot more than offering a product or service at the right price. Building brand awareness and then presenting top-rate customer experiences is a multifaceted process. In our last article in this series looking... Read more » Read more ›
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Smart City development has long been a priority for many nations – and Bangladesh may soon join their ranks. In a bilateral meeting with Bangladeshi State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak, Japanese ambassador Ito Naoki expressed that Japan is interested in building smart cities in the country, reported Dhaka-based The Business Standard. Smart city... Read more » Read more ›
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AirAsia will be buying Gojek’s Thailand business in a stock swap. It could, in turn, give Gojek a boost in Thailand where the startup has lagged in food delivery and ride-hailing competitors. Gojek will focus on increasing investment in Vietnam and Singapore after the deal is completed. The low-cost airline considers listing of its digital... Read more » Read more ›
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Data privacy laws often dictate the approach an organization has in its use of technology. Unlike Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), countries in APAC have their own sets of rules that apply to different industries. While most of these laws are based on the GDPR’s framework, some nations have made their data laws extremely... Read more » Read more ›
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Google is taking its collaboration with Reliance further with a new 5G partnership. The partnership involves a collaboration for Jio’s 5G telco service, and migration of parent Reliance Industries’ core businesses including Reliance Retail, JioMart, and JioSaavn to the Google Cloud infrastructure. Overall, the alliance between both giants would assist small businesses and lay the... Read more » Read more ›
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