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Erick Hadi: Leading Nusantara’s drive to close Indonesia’s data centre talent gap

Nusantara Data Center Academy bridges Indonesia’s data centre talent gap while promoting sustainability and preparing for industry growth.

Sep 5, 2024
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BDCOM to launch the fastest broadband package in Bangladesh

OUR TAKE In an exclusive interview with Md. Jakir Hossan, manager of BDCOM Online Limited, he told BTW that as the first commercial telephone provider in Ban…

Sep 5, 2024
Interview with Trista Pan, China’s first female Apache member: What I learned from developer to founder

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Interview with Trista Pan, China’s first female Apache member: What I learned from developer to founder

Trista Pan, co-founder and CTO of SphereEx, is a distinguished figure in the tech industry. As a member of the Apache Software Foundation and an incubator me…

Sep 5, 2024
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Empyrion Digital expands into Japan with new AI-ready data centre

Empyrion Digital plans to build a 25MW AI-ready data centre in Tokyo, marking its expansion into the Japanese market.

Sep 3, 2024
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Japan’s military invests in AI to combat recruitment crisis

OUR TAKEJapan’s focus on integrating AI and automation into its defence strategy is a smart move given the current recruitment challenges and regional securi…

Sep 2, 2024
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Uber challenges Kakao’s dominance in South Korea’s taxi market

OUR TAKEUber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi was in South Korea to reiterate the company’s commitment to the market, expressing optimism about Uber’s growth prospects …

Sep 2, 2024
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China’s cabinet approves new draft data security regulations

China has approved new draft regulations to enhance data security management, focusing on categorising and classifying data protection and ensuring secure da…

Sep 2, 2024
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Antwork drones take medical delivery to new heights in China

Antwork’s drones are improving access to medical supplies and food delivery in Deqing, particularly in remote and hard-to-reach areas.

Aug 30, 2024
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China invests over $6.1B in 8 major computing hubs

China has invested over $6.1 billion in building eight major computing hubs, enhancing data capabilities in inland regions.

Aug 30, 2024
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Google considers building a large data centre in Vietnam

OUR TAKEAlphabet is considering a major investment in Vietnam by building a “hyperscale” data centre near Ho Chi Minh City. This would be the first major U.S…

Aug 29, 2024
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Foreign smartphone sales in China edged up 2.7% in July

Compared to 2023, Apple’s sales were up 2.7% year-over-year, helped by stronger promotions and an extra week of selling prices.

Aug 29, 2024
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Apple partners with Airtel to expand streaming services in India

OUR TAKEThis partnership allows Apple to significantly expand its reach in India, a country with a rapidly growing digital consumer base. By collaborating wi…

Aug 29, 2024
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Apple enters India’s streaming market with Bharti Airtel deal

Intense competition in India’s entertainment market as Apple partners with Bharti Airtel to escalate rivalry.

Aug 29, 2024
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India’s Paytm gets government nod for investment in payments arm

OUR TAKE Paytm payment services are one of the fintech company’s largest remaining businesses, accounting for a quarter of its consolidated revenue in the fi…

Aug 29, 2024
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China’s BYD collaborates with Huawei on autonomous driving

Chinese EV giant BYD has partnered with Huawei to integrate its advanced Qiankun intelligent driving system into the Bao 8 SUV.

Aug 28, 2024
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Korea Blockchain Week launches institutional stage

Korea Blockchain Week 2024 introduces an Institutional Stage at the IMPACT Conference, focusing on institutional investments in Web3.

Aug 27, 2024
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AIC urge Malaysia to suspend social media platform licensing

In an open letter, AIC urged Malaysia to suspend a plan to require social media services to apply for licences.

Aug 27, 2024
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Japanese chipmaker Kioxia aims to list in October amid AI boom

OUR TAKEKioxia’s IPO is a major event in the Japanese financial markets and the tech sector. Its success could signal robust investor confidence in semicondu…

Aug 26, 2024
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Voice bots revolutionise India’s AI landscape

Sarvam AI introduces affordable voice bots designed for Indian languages, aiming to improve customer interactions and accessibility.

Aug 26, 2024
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China’s big tech boosts AI spending amid US limits

Despite US export restrictions, Chinese tech companies, like Alibaba and ByteDance are increasing investments in AI infrastructure.

Aug 26, 2024