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Exclusive: Google on AI-powered attacks & cyber threats in Australia

Last month
AI-driven cyber threats are escalating in Australia, with criminals deploying deepfakes and malware that evolves to bypass security, warns Google's Andrew Aston.
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HERE & Amap join forces on global AI navigation for SDVs

Last month
HERE Technologies and Amap have partnered to develop AI-driven navigation for software-defined vehicles, supporting Chinese carmakers expanding globally.
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Euromonitor forecasts comfort, wellness & East Asian influence

Last month
Euromonitor forecasts rising demand for comfort, authentic self-expression, cutting-edge wellness, and greater East Asian brand influence by 2026 amid global shifts.
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AI to transform banking & insurance sectors by 2026, says report

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By 2026, AI will revolutionise banking and insurance, with over half of younger adults using generative AI for financial advice, says Forrester report.
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Google warns of AI misuse in new GTIG threat report

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Google’s threat team warns that hackers are now using AI to create self-modifying malware and evade defences.
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Why utilities must make packet-level visibility their priority

Last month
As Asia Pacific's energy sector digitises, guaranteed packet-level visibility must underpin operational resilience to secure critical utility networks from rising cyber threats.
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Google warns of espionage and scams in JAPAC in 2026

Last month
Google warns of a surge in cyber espionage targeting Asia-Pacific summits in 2026, alongside rising scams using false base stations and tighter supply chain cybersecurity rules.
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Ransomware & state threats surge in Europe, warns CrowdStrike

Last month
European organisations faced a sharp 2024 rise in ransomware and state-backed cyberattacks, with 22% of global victims, says CrowdStrike's latest report.
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DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.
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Asia Pacific’s manufacturing boom raises demand for high-tech facilities

Mon, 27th Oct 2025
Asia Pacific's manufacturing surge in semiconductors, pharma, and renewables is transforming industrial property needs, demanding high-tech, specialised facilities.
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GigaDevice opens Minato City office to boost Japan tech ties

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
GigaDevice has opened a new office in Minato City, Tokyo, to strengthen ties with Japan's semiconductor industry and boost local customer support.
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AI-powered ransomware & cybercrime booming across APJ region

Tue, 21st Oct 2025
AI-driven ransomware attacks surge across Asia Pacific and Japan, with decentralised Chinese cybercrime marketplaces and eCrime services fueling the boom.
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Apple upgrades Vision Pro with M5 chip, new band & visionOS 26

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Apple launches an upgraded Vision Pro with M5 chip, new Dual Knit Band and visionOS 26, enhancing power, comfort and immersive spatial experiences.
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Australian AI investment lags but ROI set to double by 2028

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Australian firms invest less in AI than global rivals, yet ROI is set to nearly double from 15% to 29% by 2028, boosting returns from USD $3.2m to $8.2m.
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AI-powered Alipay+ connects 1.8 billion users across 100 markets

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Ant International’s Alipay+ now links 1.8 billion users across 100+ markets with AI-powered travel and payment services, boosting global transactions by 30%.
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FedEx launches new Asia routes to boost trade & cut delivery times

Sun, 5th Oct 2025
FedEx has launched new weekly air routes linking South Korea, Vietnam, China, and Taiwan to speed up deliveries and boost regional trade efficiency across Asia.
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Phantom Taurus: new Chinese group targets governments in Asia & Africa

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Phantom Taurus, a new Chinese state-backed group, targets governments and telecoms in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia with advanced espionage tools and tactics.
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Mstack launches Chemstack AI to speed up chemical manufacturing

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Mstack launches Chemstack AI, an AI-driven platform cutting chemical synthesis and commercialisation from 18 months to days amid supply chain woes.
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Indonesia, China & ITA launch AI centre to boost key sectors

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Indonesia partners with China’s Tsinghua University and ITA to launch an AI centre, boosting education, healthcare, and agriculture to support digital growth.
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Experts warn on risks and readiness ahead of World Quantum Day

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
Quantum computing's rise promises breakthroughs but threatens current encryption, urging urgent adoption of post-quantum security by businesses worldwide.