Primary Domain
Technology
Within the Primary Domain facet, Technology intelligence groups reporting by primary domain so readers can follow a focused area of internet infrastructure, governance, connectivity markets, or digital capital. The page brings together related articles, public evidence, institutions, companies, people, regional exposure, operating dependencies, and market context that may otherwise sit across separate category pages. It explains the domain, the likely actor class, the market or governance context, and the source material readers should use when comparing signals. Operators, analysts, and governance readers can see how the same domain appears across events, profiles, market shifts, public-source evidence, regional dependencies, and longer-cycle infrastructure decisions over time.
Global Cloud Services
Big data analytics vs. data science: Unravelling the distinction
While two terms share common ground in dealing with vast datasets, their methodologies, objectives, and skill sets differ significantly.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Who is Liu Yexi? China’s AI beauty blogger blends beauty, monsters and innovation
Liu Yexi, the AI virtual beauty blogger, has become a beautiful landscape in the beauty industry with her unique makeup style.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Japan’s addiction to OTT services and social media devalues yen
OUR TAKEJapan’s reliance on foreign digital services is more than just an economic issue; it is a cultural and national challenge. The country must innovate and support its local digital industries to maintain economic and cultural sovereignty. Embracing and investing in…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Hong Kong develops AI chatbot in response to OpenAI restrictions
OUR TAKEHong Kong’s ambitious AI project is more than a response to OpenAI’s restrictions; it is a daring declaration of our ability to innovate and excel. This initiative not only addresses immediate technological needs but also ignites a sense of pride and unity within our…
Companies
Warburg-backed PDG eyes AI-driven data centre expansion in Asia
OUR TAKEPrinceton Digital Group (PDG), a major player in the data centre industry, plans to expand its operations across Asia. The company, which specialises in providing robust infrastructure for the storage and management of digital data, aims to double its capacity over the…
Global Cloud Services
Differences and applications of data science and big data
The wide application of data science and big data in different fields provides enterprises and organisations with a powerful ability to leverage data to optimise business processes, improve decisions, and innovate products. With advances in data technology and the growing…
Asia-Pacific Institutional
Nvidia’s soaring stock creates investor conundrum
OUR TAKENvidia’s impressive performance is undeniably tempting, but over-reliance on a single stock can be perilous. Diversification remains crucial to mitigate potential risks. Investors should carefully balance their portfolios to navigate the volatile landscape of tech…
Companies
Amazon’s AI assistant ‘Refus’ is now available to all U.S. users
Amazon has announced the nationwide deployment of its AI-powered shopping assistant, Rufus, integrated into the Amazon mobile application for all U.S. consumers.
Companies
AMD snags Silo AI for $665M in a leap forward in the AI arena
July 10, 2024, chip giant AMD announced it will spend around $665 million to acquire Finnish artificial intelligence startup Silo AI. AMD’s shares jumped more than 5.7% in early trading Wednesday, with gains then falling back to about 3% at $182.51.
Global Cloud Services
Social media erupts with conspiracies after attempted Trump rally shooting
OUR TAKEThe shooting at Trump’s rally highlights the powerful role of social media in spreading misinformation. X’s algorithms shows the need for better content moderation and real-time fact-checking to ensure credible sources are prioritised and misinformation is swiftly…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
3 top tech stories this week: July 12, 2024
From bionic robots to “China-spoiled”, we have a bunch of great tech stories to tell you about this week. Here’s our rundown. Would you pay $280,000 for a robot like this? https://blog.btw.media/tech-trends/would-you-pay-280000-for-a-robot-like-this/ China surges ahead in…
Global Institutional Trends
Intel leads funding in Israeli AI construction startup Buildots
Buildots secures $15 million from Intel Capital to expand its AI software aimed at reducing construction delays by up to 50% and improving cost efficiencies.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Hedge funds pour into South Korea for next wave in AI
Hedge funds are pouring into South Korea’s semiconductor sector, seeing them as undervalued in the expanding AI technology market.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Alibaba embraces gen AI tools for global commerce expansion
Aibaba’s international e-commerce unit is utilizing generative AI tools for translation, content creation, and product returns.
Global Cloud Services
58% of manufacturers increase AI spending, lower than expected
Manufacturers are approaching generative AI initiatives more cautiously than anticipated, with 58% planning to increase AI spending in 2024.
Asia-Pacific Institutional
AI outperforms students in exams, raising integrity concerns
According to a study by the University of Reading, AI-generated exam answers often outperform real student submissions.
Companies
Hedge funds bet on South Korean chipmakers for AI
Hedge funds are shifting their focus on the South Korean market, viewing them as the next sound investment.
Companies
Intel invests $15M in AI tech startup Buildots
Buildots, an AI-driven tech company that uses computer vision to create digital twins of construction sites, has secured a $15 million investment led by Intel Capital.
North America Cloud Services
Ericsson beats estimates on cost cutting in tough market
Ericsson’s Q2 earnings surpassed expectations due to strategic cost reductions amid tough market conditions.
Companies
Partior raises $60M to expand blockchain payments
OUR TAKE Partior recently raised over $60 million in a Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from Jump Trading Holdings LLC, Valor Capital Group, Temasek Holdings, JPMorgan Chase and Standard Chartered. The funding will enable Partior to expand its…