If you’re feeling overwhelmed by AI headlines, you’re not alone. From technology publications to LinkedIn feeds and industry events, AI discourse dominates business discussions. The hype feels a bit unrelenting at times, but retailers in Southeast Asia can’t afford to tune out. The buzz surrounding AI has multiplied over the past three years, with headlines ... Read more ›
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Microsoft is developing in-house AI models, called MAI. The performance is comparable to models from OpenAI and Anthropic. According to a person familiar with the matter, Microsoft is working on in-house AI models that could compete with those from industry leaders like its partner, OpenAI. Microsoft has tested a family of models it calls MAI, ... Read more ›
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DNB and Ericsson’s partnership places Malaysia as a frontrunner in 5G Advanced deployment. Enterprises could replace traditional wi-fi with 5G-powered workspace network infrastructure. Malaysia’s 5G Advanced rollout has moved forward, as Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Ericsson announce a new partnership. The collaboration was announced during Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, and aims to implement ... Read more ›
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison deploys AI-RAN in Southeast Asia with Nokia and NVIDIA. The AI-RAN solution combines Nokia’s 5G Cloud RAN and NVIDIA AI Aerial. At MWC 2025, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison became the first mobile operator in Southeast Asia to deploy AI-RAN (Artificial Intelligence Radio Access Network), in collaboration with Nokia and NVIDIA. The deployment integrates ... Read more ›
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Apple updates its MacBook Air lineup with M4 processors. 13-inch model starts at $999. Apple has refreshed its MacBook Air lineup for 2025, equipping the 13-inch and 15-inch models with the M4 processor. The new laptops retain their fanless cooling design, despite the increase in processing power. In a notable change, Apple has reduced the ... Read more ›
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Lazarus Group stole $1.4 billion from Bybit. Investigators linked the attack to other recent breaches. Lazarus Group has long been a strong player in cybercrime, specifically targeting bitcoin exchanges and financial institutions. According to Cointelegraph, the North Korean-backed hacking organisation has stolen billions of dollars while using advanced evasion tactics. On February 21, the organisation ... Read more ›
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Honor is investing $10 billion over five years to integrate AI across its devices. The “Alpha” initiative will bring AI-powered features to smartphones, tablets, PCs, and wearables. Honor is committing $10 billion over the next five years to drive the AI transformation of its devices, intending to transition from a smartphone manufacturer to an AI-focused ... Read more ›
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Consumer behaviour analysis shows decisions happen in community spaces outside stores. Consideration moments matter more than transactions. Successful APAC marketing requires cultural relevance not overwhelming digital noise. “We’re not goldfish. We have attention when we want to have attention.” With this declaration at DMWF Asia, Sukanya (Su) Das Gupta, Blis APAC’s senior insights manager, addressed... Read more » Read more ›
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Binance back in business. Fiat currency exchanges now possible for US traders. International competition for geographic hub status. US cryptocurrency platform, Binance.US has revealed it is accepting US dollar deposits and withdrawal after restoring USD fiat services. Customers of Binance.US can withdraw and deposit USD via ACH bank transfers with no fees and continue to... Read more » Read more ›
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Bybit sees $5.5 billion outflow after hackers take $1.4 billion from its ether wallet. Recovers liquidity, but 50% bank run before operations stabilised. Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has experienced total outflows exceeding $5.5 billion after suffering a $1.4 billion security breach, reportedly carried out by hackers linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group. The attackers targeted the... Read more » Read more ›
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Nvidia and research partners introduce Evo 2. Evo 2 can identify disease-causing mutations and assist in synthetic genome design. Nvidia and its research partners have developed an artificial intelligence model designed to analyse genetic sequences at an unprecedented scale. Announced on February 19, the Evo 2 AI is built to read and design genetic code... Read more » Read more ›
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The Digital Marketing World Forum (DMWF) Asia is set to return to Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands on February 26-27, 2025, bringing together the region’s most influential marketing leaders for a deep dive into the future of digital marketing and technology. As AI reshapes the marketing landscape, this year’s forum places a special emphasis on AI... Read more » Read more ›
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Apple Intelligence China could potentially be powered by Alibaba’s Qwen AI models, marking a significant shift in Apple’s AI strategy for the Chinese market. The rumoured partnership comes ahead of Apple’s developer conference in Shanghai on March 25, sparking speculation about imminent AI features for Chinese iPhone users. Chinese iPhone users may soon experience AI... Read more » Read more ›
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Despite DeepSeek’s more efficient AI model, tech giants double down on AI investments. Combined capital expenditure to reach $320 billion in 2025. Tech CEOs argue that cheaper AI technology drives higher demand. The AI investment surge among tech giants shows no signs of slowing. Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Meta still appear to be planning investment... Read more » Read more ›
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China’s YTMC showcases a 294-gate chip design with Xtacking4.0 technology. Marks advancement US trade restrictions. Positions YMTC as a pioneer in hybrid bonding technology, challenging Samsung and SK Hynix. For the second time in two years, YMTC, China’s leading memory chip maker, has proven that US trade restrictions have done little to slow its technological... Read more » Read more ›
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US-China trade war intensifies as Beijing unveils targeted countermeasures worth $20 billion. Includes rare metal restrictions and Western tech company probes. Global markets brace for impact of new rounds of tariffs and economic sanctions. The latest escalation in the US-China trade war has sent shockwaves through global markets as Beijing unveiled a calculated series of... Read more » Read more ›
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Zebra Technologies’ three-pillar strategy for AI-powered frontline operations revealed. Combines asset visibility, connected worker solutions, and intelligent automation in APAC. Gartner predicts 97% of organisations will deploy AI by 2027. Zebra Technologies wants to change how AI-powered frontline operations to reshape Asia Pacific’s business landscape in 2025, as Asian organisations face pressure to maximise efficiency.... Read more » Read more ›
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Clouds have become the norm of business operations in this digital age. As the clouds continue to rise, security becomes a non-negotiable necessity. Cloud application security protects mission-critical applications from ever-evolving cyber threats. Even one breach may cause devastating financial loss, reputation loss, breach of compliance, and legal issues; therefore, business resilience must have robust... Read more » Read more ›
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Korean and German partnership showcases the practical uses of private 5G networks. Construction of a new biotechnology campus for Merck now covered by network from HFR mobile. Worker safety and emergency systems at the heart of the technology’s use. Private 5G networks can bring significant advantages to their owners, including a safer area-wide network, plus... Read more » Read more ›
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The AI disruption by DeepSeek caused significant US tech stock declines. Affordable, high-performing AI model challenges American multi-billion-dollar investments. Chinese startup’s free AI assistant dethrones ChatGPT on the US App Store.. The landscape of artificial intelligence witnessed a seismic shift in January 2025 as Chinese startup DeepSeek sent Silicon Valley into a tailspin, wiping billions... Read more » Read more ›
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