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Critical vulnerabilities found in Unisoc systems-on-chip

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Kaspersky's ICS CERT has revealed critical vulnerabilities in Unisoc SoCs, heightening risks of remote hijacking in devices.
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Prudential pioneers AI for seamless health claim processing

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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Prudential is set to enhance medical insurance claims processing by partnering with Google Cloud to implement the MedLM model in Singapore and Malaysia.
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GitHub report: AI propels Python to top language slot

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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GitHub's latest Octoverse report reveals AI's transformative impact, with Python becoming the leading programming language and a 98% rise in generative AI projects.
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Asian super apps growth slows but remain dominant

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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New research indicates that while Asian super apps dominate the market, user growth has slowed markedly, with 499 million projected for 2024.
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Singapore leads in sustainability goals but tech adoption lags

Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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A report by Alibaba Cloud reveals Singapore's lead in sustainability, with 91% of businesses setting targets, though many still rely on manual tracking methods.
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SEEK unifies systems with Workday for streamlined growth

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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SEEK has adopted Workday Financials and HCM to unify operations across Australia, New Zealand and Asia, enhancing data-driven collaboration.
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Goodman completes third data centre at Tsuen Wan West

Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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Goodman Group has completed a third data centre at its Tsuen Wan West campus in Hong Kong, enhancing capacity to 225MW for burgeoning digital demands.
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Blackpanda secures USD $6.7m to boost Asia's cyber defence

Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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Blackpanda raises USD $6.7 million to boost its cyber emergency services across Asia, enhancing its IR-1 solution and scaling operations.
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Princeton Digital to invest USD $5 billion in Asian expansion

Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Princeton Digital Group plans a USD $5 billion expansion in Asia, adding 500 MW in India, Malaysia, and Indonesia to meet surging AI-driven data centre demand.
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Gallagher launches Virtual Classroom for technician training in Asia

Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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Gallagher Security launches its innovative Virtual Classroom in Asia, enhancing technician training with cloud-based solutions.
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Asian DNBs face cloud security hurdles amid tech adoption push

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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Akamai's study reveals 90% of Asia's digital native businesses are prioritising cloud tech despite facing major security and complexity challenges.
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Sitecore appoints new VPs to strengthen Asia-Pacific presence

Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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Sitecore appoints Stuart O'Neill as VP for Australia and NZ, and Zac Lin as VP for Asia, bolstering its APAC market presence to deliver cutting-edge digital experiences.
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Ramboll strengthens data centre services with i3 acquisition

Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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Ramboll acquires i3 Solutions Group, enhancing its global foothold and expertise in sustainable data centre solutions, following the 2022 EYP purchase.
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Kudosity names Mitch Powell Director for Asia amid expansion

Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
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Kudosity appoints Mitch Powell as Director for Asia, aligning with the global launch of its unified platform, aiming at robust expansion in Asia from its Singapore base.
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Hilton named top hospitality workplace in Asia for eighth year

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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Hilton has been named Asia's top-ranking hospitality workplace for the eighth year by Great Place to Work, taking 2nd place among the top 100 multinationals.
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Kaspersky outlines major cybersecurity challenges for 2024

Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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Kaspersky's 2024 forecast warns of heightened cyber dangers: AI-driven attacks, ransomware-as-a-service, and iOS vulnerabilities through Operation Triangulation.
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Princeton Digital acquires Yahoo's Singapore data centre SG3

Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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Princeton Digital Group has acquired Yahoo's SG3 data centre in Singapore, strengthening its infrastructure and expanding its footprint in the region.
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Syfe secures USD $27 million in equity funding to boost growth

Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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Syfe secures USD $27 million in latest funding round, bringing total to USD $79 million, despite Asia's lowest investment levels since 2015.
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Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.
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Investors urged to rethink Southeast Asia's tech potential

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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Southeast Asia's tech innovation is setting global benchmarks, says Georg Chmiel, urging investors to rethink undervaluation and recognise SEA's unique growth prospects.