Microsoft’s first in-house AI models hint at independence from OpenAI. The two remain partners but are also turning into rivals. Microsoft has introduced its first in-house AI models, a move that could reshape its position in the AI race. The company rolled out MAI-Voice-1, a speech model, and MAI-1-preview, a text-based model it calls a ... Read more ›
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Huawei CloudMatrix 384 Supernode delivers 300 petaflops, outperforming Nvidia’s NVL72. Milestone in China’s pursuit of technological self-sufficiency amid US sanctions Huawei’s CloudMatrix 384 Supernode has emerged as a potential game-changer in the global AI hardware landscape, with the Chinese tech giant claiming performance capabilities that surpass those of US chip leader Nvidia. Introduced last week, ... Read more ›
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South Korea increased semiconductor investment to $23.2 billion. Seoul’s expanded support package to strengthen domestic chipmakers. Samsung and SK Hynix navigate growing US protectionism. South Korea has increased its semiconductor investment dramatically to ₩33 trillion (US$23.2 billion) as the nation moves to shield its important chip industry from mounting global pressures. The expanded support package, ... Read more ›
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Pakistan SAF technology initiative to convert agricultural waste into sustainable aviation fuel. $121 million Sheikhupura facility Asia-Pacific’s first private-sector SAF project. Promises 300 jobs and 20,000 indirect opportunities. Pakistan SAF technology developments are positioning the agricultural-rich nation as a potential dark horse in Asia’s race toward aviation decarbonisation. As Asian airlines face mounting pressure to ... Read more ›
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Following the Ghibli portraits, the AI Barbie trend comes to LinkedIn. Blending nostalgia with self-promotion, produces brand interest but little celebrity uptake. After gaining attention with Studio Ghibli-style portraits, ChatGPT’s image generator is now powering a new wave of self-representation online – this time with users turning themselves into plastic action figures. What began as ... Read more ›
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Open Telecom AI Platform aims to redefine network operations. Integrates-edge AI on all telecom layers. New partnership could position India as leader in telecom innovation. The Telecom AI Platform collaboration between Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), AMD, Cisco, and Nokia revealed at last month’s Mobile World Congress 2025 may represent a significant shift in how telecom ... Read more ›
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Google’s Ironwood TPU is purpose-built for AI inference. Designed to support high-demand applications like LLMs and MoE models. Google has introduced Ironwood, its seventh-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) at Google Cloud Next 2025. The processor unit is specifically designed to support large-scale inference workloads. The chip marks a shift in focus from training to inference, ... Read more ›
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DeepSeek’s AI feedback systems help make AI understand what humans want. Method allows smaller AI models to perform as well as larger cousins. Potential to reduce cost of training. Chinese AI company DeepSeek has developed a new approach to AI feedback systems that could transform how artificial intelligence learns from human preferences. Working with Tsinghua ... Read more ›
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Ghibli-style art pushes ChatGPT’s activity to new highs. OpenAI says working to scale capacity for GPT-4o image tools. ChatGPT’s internet traffic has skyrocketed due to a spike in interest in AI-generated images styled after Studio Ghibli animations. OpenAI noticed a large increase in engagement following the release of its image-generation tool, which enables users to ... Read more ›
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Trump’s tech tariff threats reach unprecedented levels. Potential 100%+ duties on China, placing digital supply chain at risk. Asian electronics manufacturers and US tech giants face market disruption. “We’re all living inside the president’s head, and nobody knows anything,” wrote The Atlantic recently – an encapsulation of the market turmoil surrounding Trump’s tech tariffs. The ... Read more ›
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Trump’s reciprocal tariffs rely on formula that ignores trade realities. Threatens Asian supply chains Region face tariffs as high as 60%, in “strategic containment via tariff warfare.” When President Donald Trump stepped to the podium last Wednesday brandishing colourful charts listing countries and their supposed trade barriers, the world watched with collective anxiety. “If you ... Read more ›
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AirTrunk is working with Johor Special Water to build Malaysia’s largest recycled water supply system for its Johor data centres. The project will treat unused wastewater for operational use, aiming to conserve potable water and support sustainable resource management. Partnering with Johor Special Water (JSW), AirTrunk is building a recycled water supply system for its ... Read more ›
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Microsoft pauses or delays data centre projects in the UK, US, and Indonesia. Rivals Oracle and OpenAI ramp up investments. Microsoft is scaling back or delaying data centre developments in several countries, including Indonesia, the UK, Australia, and in certain US states, as it reassesses strategy. According to individuals familiar with the matter, ongoing talks ... Read more ›
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North Korean IT workers are increasingly targeting companies in Europe. Google Threat Intelligence Group reports that this shift follows tighter enforcement in the US. A growing number of North Korean IT workers are posing as remote freelancers from other countries in an effort to gain access to companies in Europe, raising concerns about potential espionage, ... Read more ›
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Ant Group uses Chinese chips and MoE models to cut AI training costs and reduce reliance on Nvidia. Releases open-source AI models, claiming strong benchmark results with domestic hardware. Chinese Alibaba affiliate company, Ant Group, is exploring new ways to train LLMs and reduce dependency on advanced foreign semiconductors. According to people familiar with the ... Read more ›
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23-25 April 2025 | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore GITEX ASIA 2025 will bring together 700+ tech companies, featuring 400+ startups and digital promotion agencies, and 250+ global investors & VCs from 60+ countries. The event will serve as a bridge between the Eastern and Western technology ecosystems and feature 180+ hours of expert insights from 220 ... Read more ›
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As Hong Kong’s regulatory landscape evolves, enterprises in the region are prioritising secure and compliant business communications to meet stringent regulatory requirements and protect their operations. With authorities like the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) enforcing strict record-keeping mandates, regulatory compliance becomes more important. Recent enforcement actions and scrutiny from abroad have also prompted Asian ... Read more ›
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China is closing the gap with the US in AI technology advancements. DeepSeek’s open-source models demonstrate improvements through algorithmic efficiency. The artificial intelligence race between China and the United States has entered a new phase as Chinese companies narrow the technology gap despite Western sanctions. According to Lee Kai-fu, CEO of Chinese startup 01.AI and ... Read more ›
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The TikTok April 5 ban deadline approaches. Multiple paths for ByteDance to retain control emerge, Oracle as key player. Trump administration signals flexibility on deadline extension as deals take shape. As the April 5 TikTok ban deadline approaches, ByteDance is attempting to secure a deal that would allow the popular video-sharing platform to continue operating ... Read more ›
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CloudSEK reports a potential breach, with a threat actor selling data allegedly stolen from Oracle. The firm warns of potential supply chain risks. A suspected supply chain cyber incident that includes Oracle Cloud has drawn attention from cybersecurity researchers and enterprise users alike. According to cybersecurity firm CloudSEK, a threat actor identified as “rose87168” claims ... Read more ›
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For over two decades, organisations in the APAC region have digitised, with technology investment growing at faster rates than in the West. Asian companies aren’t struggling with digitisation per se. Rather, they’re battling to translate their investments into measurable outcomes, like better customer experiences, and improvements for employees – making people more efficient and processes ... Read more ›
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