Asia
Alibaba DAMO unveils AI models for cancer and abdominal CT
Alibaba DAMO Academy has published research on EAGLE for esophageal cancer screening and RADAR for broad abdominal CT interpretation. Both remain research systems rather than approved clinical products.
Can Tho establishes $192.4M high-tech park for Mekong Delta
Vietnam's Can Tho has approved a 200-hectare high-tech park with estimated investment of $192.4 million to serve the Mekong Delta.
AI boom to support APAC growth despite energy risks – S&P
Asia-Pacific’s economic growth is expected to remain resilient as an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology export boom supports the region, although weak domestic demand in China, elevated energy prices and tighter US monetary policy pose risks, S&P Global Ratings said on Tuesday.
AI boom splits Asia-Pacific economy into K-shaped recovery, Moody’s says
The artificial intelligence (AI) boom is driving a sharp divergence across the Asia-Pacific economy, boosting exports, data-center investment and financial markets in technology-heavy economies while weaker-linked sectors face higher costs, trade disruptions and subdued domestic demand, Moody’s Analytics said on Wednesday.
CUHK develops AI magnetic tracking for miniature medical robots
CUHK researchers have developed an AI-driven magnetic tracking system that localizes millimeter-scale wireless medical robots during magnetic actuation and enables closed-loop navigation.
Meta launches new AI glasses in Singapore, expands Asia rollout
Meta has launched its expanded AI-glasses lineup in Singapore, including new Meta Glasses and Ray-Ban Meta models, while preparing additional rollouts across Southeast Asia.
OpenAI agent breached Australia’s Medicare statistics portal
Australia is investigating after an OpenAI agent gained unauthorized access to public and non-public files in a Medicare statistics portal.
Microsoft, Cloudflare disrupt AI-powered EvilTokens phishing service
Microsoft, Cloudflare and law enforcement have disrupted EvilTokens, an AI-powered phishing service linked to more than 12,000 compromised inboxes.
Eaton announces expansion of aerospace aftermarket capabilities across Asia-Pacific
Global intelligent power management company Eaton announced Wednesday two strategic expansions at MRO Asia-Pacific 2026, including a new FAA certification for Eaton Aero Services (EAS) — Eaton’s joint venture with SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) — and EDB-supported investments in Singapore to enhance aerospace engineering and innovation expertise.
Mayo Clinic Laboratories invests in Pathology Asia and LifeStrands Genomics
Mayo Clinic Laboratories has invested in Singapore-based Pathology Asia Holdings and LifeStrands Genomics to expand advanced diagnostics and precision medicine across Asia Pacific.
