Asia-Pacific Trends
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SpaceX plans first starship landing and recovery off Australia
OUR TAKESpaceX wants to land its giant Starship rocket off Australia’s coast. It’s like Elon Musk’s taking his space dreams Down Under. But why Australia? Could be part of the U.S.’s plan to beef up security in the region, with AUKUS and all. And let’s face it, Australia’s got…
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Qualcomm’s new chip brings 5G to budget phones under $100
OUR TAKEQualcomm’s Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 is a smart play for the budget-conscious crowd. It’s like a gateway drug to 5G for India and Latin America, where folks have been stuck with slow speeds. Remember when 4G first hit those markets? It was a game-changer. Now, Qualcomm’s…
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91 nations commits to no taxes on cross-border data movement
91 nations,including the US,Japan and EU members,will keep exempting cross-border data from taxes,backing digital economy expansion.
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Malaysia’s new social media license targets cyber offences
Starting August 1, social media services with over 8 million users in Malaysia must apply for a license to combat cyber offences, with a compliance deadline of January 1, 2025, or face legal action.
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Trump advocates cryptocurrency, targeting China and regulation
Donald Trump, at the Bitcoin 2024 conference, advocated for cryptocurrency and proposed a national “stockpile” of bitcoin.
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
South Korea aids small businesses amid e-commerce crisis
South Korea’s government announced liquidity support package to help small businesses affected by payment delays from e-commerce platforms.
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Thailand plans new tax breaks to attract investment in hybrid cars
OUR TAKEThailand has announced a new set of incentives aimed at attracting significant investment in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) over the next four years. The plan, which aims to boost Thailand’s bid to become an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing hub, includes significant…
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Trump pledges national bitcoin stockpile to counter China
OUR TAKETrump’s pledge to create a national bitcoin reserve is a bold and controversial strategy that could redefine the U.S. stance on cryptocurrency. While it appeals to crypto enthusiasts, it also highlights the tension between innovation and regulation in the financial…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Apple plans to launch its first foldable iPhone in 2026
OUR TAKEApple has been developing foldable screen technology for some time and has applied for related patents. According to reports, Apple’s foldable iPhone is expected to be thinner and lighter than competitors on the market, and Apple is working to fix the crease problem…
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Apple’s China smartphone shipments drop 6.7% as Huawei surges
OUR TAKE Huawei made a comeback in high-end smartphones in defiance of U.S. sanctions last August. Huawei Mate 60 Pro became the world’s first smartphone to support satellite calls, the new Kirin chip, faster 5G network speed instantly detonated the entire market, and appeared in…
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Microsoft Defender’s security breach enables spread of dangerous malware
OUR TAKE The ongoing exploitation of the Microsoft Defender SmartScreen vulnerability highlights the persistent threat of cyber attacks targeting security weaknesses. The rapid deployment of sophisticated infostealers underscores the need for timely updates and vigilant security…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
UK and India launch ambitious Tech Security Initiative
The UK and India have launched the Technology Security Initiative (TSI) to enhance cooperation in areas such as telecommunications, semiconductors, AI, quantum, biotechnology, and advanced materials.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
CRED introduces personal finance manager for India’s wealthy
CRED has unveiled CRED Money, designed to assist India’s affluent to manage their finances and obtain a clearer picture of their cash flow. Utilising India’s account aggregator framework, the feature analyses users’ transactions through data science algorithms to provide…
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Nvidia approves Samsung’s HBM3 for China market GPUs
Nvidia has approved Samsung’s HBM3 chips for use in its H20 GPU, designed for the Chinese market and compliant with U.S. export controls. Samsung is still undergoing testing for Nvidia’s fifth-generation HBM3E chips, with the current approval limited to the HBM3 variant.
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Malaysia pushes social media giants to tackle cybercrime
Malaysia’s government has urged social media platforms to intensify efforts against a surge in harmful online content.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Taiwanese startup TiSpace aims to launch rocket in Japan
TiSpace, a Taiwanese startup, is poised to become the first foreign company to launch a rocket from Japan in early 2025.
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China’s BYD surpasses Tesla in the Singapore and Southeast Asia EV market
OUR TAKEOn the one hand, BYD’s success in Singapore and Southeast Asia highlights the increasing competition in the EV market. On the other hand, Tesla has faced challenges with a decline in market share in Southeast Asia, reporting its lowest profit margin in over five years and…
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Credit Saison invests $100M in Brazil to boost Latin American expansion
OUR TAKECredit Saison’s Brazil play is bold, echoing their India success story. Mori’s ambition to scale up from $100M to potentially half a billion in a few years shows they’re betting big on Brazil’s fintech potential. But let’s not forget, rapid expansion in emerging markets…
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NTT Data and DCConnect unveil Indonesia’s first cloud automation project
OUR TAKEThe collaboration between NTT Data and DCConnect is more than a technological milestone; it’s a practical revolution for Indonesia’s digital economy. This cloud automation project will streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve service reliability, providing…
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Baidu’s robotaxi ambition draws sceptics after brief stock rally
OUR TAKE Baidu faces scepticism as it aggressively expands its Apollo Go robottaxi service in China, especially after expanding to Wuhan. Despite a temporary spike in share prices, the market remains cautious and quickly returned to previous levels, with analysts downgrading the…