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‘Luobo Kuaipao’: Fear and excitement as China embraces robotaxis

The idea of self-driving cars has always seemed like a far-off, futuristic concept. But in recent years, companies around the world have been racing to turn …

Jul 18, 2024
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Chip stocks plummet amid China trade fears

OUR TAKEThe recent market turmoil underscores the fragile balance between technological advancement and geopolitical strategy. While protective measures migh…

Jul 18, 2024
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Google, Microsoft offer Nvidia AI chips to China

Google and Microsoft are sidestepping U.S. sanctions by offering Nvidia’s powerful AI chips to Chinese companies via overseas data centres.

Jul 18, 2024
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US grants $400M to Taiwan’s GlobalWafers for silicon wafer production

US grants $400M to GlobalWafers for 300-mm silicon wafers, creating 2,580 jobs with new facilities in Texas and Missouri.

Jul 18, 2024
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US mulls tougher trade curbs in chip crackdown on China

OUR TAKEThe Biden administration is considering imposing tough new trade restrictions on foreign companies that supply semiconductor technology to China. The…

Jul 17, 2024
AI-Influencer

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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.

Jul 17, 2024
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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 …

Jul 17, 2024
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Shopee Thailand enhances shopping experience with Meta partnership

Shopee Thailand and Meta integrate Shopee’s catalogues into Messenger, enhancing sales and customer engagement with AI for Thai language.

Jul 17, 2024
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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. T…

Jul 17, 2024
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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…

Jul 16, 2024
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North Korean hackers funnel $150,000 of stolen crypto to Asian firm

OUR TAKEThis incident is a wake-up call for stricter regulations and more robust security measures in the cryptocurrency space. It’s a reminder that while di…

Jul 16, 2024
Digital transformation in China’s entertainment industry: Interview with Zhai Xinhua

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Digital transformation in China’s entertainment industry: Interview with Zhai Xinhua

When we think of digital transformation, we often imagine high-tech solutions and innovative approaches sweeping across industries. But what does this look l…

Jul 16, 2024
Samansa Company's Loverse app is addressing Japan's loneliness crisis among its ageing population through the provision of AI companionship.

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Tiny Japanese startup brings AI dating to the elderly

Samansa Company’s Loverse app is addressing Japan’s loneliness crisis among its ageing population through the provision of AI companionship.

Jul 15, 2024
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Indonesia recovers data after major cyber attack

Indonesia is recovering from a ransomware attack initiated by Brain Cipher, impacting over 160 government agencies.

Jul 15, 2024
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Equinix considers to sell minority stake in Hong Kong assets

OUR TAKE Founded in Silicon Valley in 1998, Equinix has expanded globally and now has about 260 data centres worldwide, including nine markets in the Asia Pa…

Jul 15, 2024
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Singapore minister emphasises the necessity of world AI framework

Josephine Teo, Singapore minister, says AI governance framework is necessary and Singapore is more excited about AI over fear. Singapore prefers to embrace A…

Jul 12, 2024
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SoftBank of Japan acquires British AI chipmaker Graphcore

British AI chip firm Graphcore, once valued at $2.58 billion, has been acquired by SoftBank for a reported $500 million.

Jul 12, 2024
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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.

Jul 12, 2024
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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.

Jul 12, 2024
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Germany plans to exclude China from its 5G network

Germany has decided to exclude Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE from its 5G network by 2029, citing digital security concerns.

Jul 12, 2024