Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Institutional trend intelligence tracks institutional market trends, regulatory pressure, standards activity, public-sector digital policy, governance reform, and infrastructure funding in Asia-Pacific, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.
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The US initiates AI investment restriction on China
US restricts investments in China’s AI sector, criticised by China’s UN envoy for hindering development and promoting division.
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SK Hynix will invest $75B in AI and chips by 2028
OUR TAKEWhile South Korea is home to the world’s largest memory chip makers Samsung Electronics and SKHynix, it has fallen behind some rivals in areas such as chip design and contract chip manufacturing. Earlier this year, the South Korean government announces a $19 billion…
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OpenAI terminates API service to China
OUR TAKE OpenAI has been actively engaged in cooperation with China and has established partnerships with a number of Chinese enterprises and research institutions. The reasons for the termination of OpenAI’s API services to Chinese users may be multiple: the US government…
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U.S. new rules prohibit investment in Chinese AI, tech sector
OUR TAKE On the surface, this move by the U.S. is to safeguard its national interests. In fact, it violates the principles of market economy and fair competition, undermines the international economic and trade order, disrupts the stability of the global industrial chain and…
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US lawsuit against TikTok focuses on children’s privacy
TikTok faces legal challenges, including a DOJ lawsuit and a mandate to divest its U.S. operations, amid ongoing concerns over data security.
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India-made AI app cracks UPSC exam, outscores all
OUR TAKE This progress has sparked a new exploration of the potential of AI in education, and also raised the challenge of balancing technological innovation with education quality assurance. In the future, as the application of AI in education deepens, we can expect to see more…
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Salesforce plans to launch its first AI centre in London
Salesforce, the software giant, noted that the AI market in the U.K. is expected to grow to over $1 trillion by 2035.
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Nexthop and Scape Australia double connectivity reach
• Nexthop and Scape Australia have expanded their partnership to 29 locations across key Australian cities.• The enhanced connectivity is crucial for supporting students’ academic needs in a digital learning environment.• Nexthop’s scalable network solutions facilitate smooth…
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Apple to launch Android TV+ app to expand streaming service
This development marks a shift in Apple’s approach, traditionally reserved for its ecosystem, as it seeks growth in service revenue.
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Imec-led European labs secures $2.7B in Chips Act funding
Leading European research labs will receive $2.72 billion in funding under the European Chips Act to set up a pilot line.
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Venture capital crypto funding hits $2.4 billion in Q1 2024
Cryptocurrency market sees significant growth fuelled by rising investor confidence and escalating Bitcoin value in Q1 2024.
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Canada security intelligence chief warns China can leverage TikTok user data
The head of Canada’s Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) David Vigneault warned Canadians against using the short-video app TikTok, saying data gleaned from its users is available to the government of China in an interview on Saturday. TikTok begins automatically labeling…
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Tourism Authority of Thailand: Promoting the land of smiles
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), an integral part of Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports, stands as the driving force behind the promotion of Thailand’s vibrant tourism industry while ensuring environmental conservation. Established on 4 May 1979, TAT’s mandate…
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Curtin University retains top Aussie ranking for mineral and mining engineering
Curtin University has once again secured its position as the world’s second-ranked university and Australia’s top institution for mineral and mining engineering for the eighth consecutive year, according to the 2024 QS world university rankings by subject. Curtin University’s…
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Uber acquires Foodpanda’s Taiwan unit from delivery hero for $950 million
Uber Technologies Tuesday announced its acquisition of Foodpanda’s Taiwan unit from Delivery Hero for $950 million in cash. This strategic move aims to bolster Uber Eats’ presence in Asia, specifically enhancing its market share in Taiwan. Expanding Uber’s footprint in Taiwan The…
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Australia launches vigorous probe into social media influence
The Australian government has initiated a robust parliamentary inquiry into the pervasive influence of social media platforms, highlighting the need for greater transparency and oversight in how these platforms manage content. Amidst growing concerns about the spread of…
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UNIMAS, SFC team up: Advancing sarawak turtle conservation
In a pioneering effort, a collaborative research endeavour between the University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) and the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) has yielded a breakthrough in turtle conservation. Focused on female green turtles, the project aimed to revolutionize…
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Expressway Authority of Thailand spearheads toll reduction initiative
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) has announced a pivotal negotiation to reduce the maximum toll on the Ngamwongwan-Rama 9 double-deck expressway from 90 baht to 50 baht, in a move aimed at alleviating the financial strain on motorists. This initiative is part of a…
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Edotco’s expansion in Sri Lanka’s 5G-ready pole market
Sri Lanka’s Telecommunications Regulatory Commission Act could permit third parties to construct macro telecom sites, with the amendment set to be tabled today. Currently, the country has around 7,000 mobile towers, which can only be built by telcos in partnership with government…
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Thailand’s NBTC faces challenges amid telecommunications industry turmoil
Regulatory scrutiny and consumer concerns Amidst growing concerns over declining network quality and rising prices in Thailand’s telecommunications sector, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is under scrutiny. Recent complaints have emerged…