Opinion

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Japanese tech firms eye Thailand’s 2 trillion baht digital economy

With the recent shift of some of the world's largest technology companies' supply chains out of China and into Southeast Asian markets like Vietnam, the whole region is poised to become more prominent in the global technology landscape. Countries like Thailand are likely to benefit from this trend, and companies that establish a presence in these markets…

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AI assistants can be students’ personal Socrates

AI assistants that can engage students in the Socratic Method could be especially helpful in Asian schools where students are most accustomed to the passive absorption of information – this could also get quiet students to be more confident in sharing their ideas.   

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Cellular engineering skin to make leather: A new sustainability goal?

By diversifying how cellular engineering is applied, such as to leather as well as food, better price parity can be gained because food needs to be produced at a very low price point, whereas fashion and luxury customers spend more, making meeting price parity easier.

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Balancing innovation and safety: Cybersecurity measures for medical devices

The rise of the interconnected Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) and other healthcare cyber-physical systems means cyber threats have the potential to disrupt patient care by triggering device outages or malfunctions. 

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Are biometrics truly the key to securing Malaysia’s banking sector?

One can’t help to wonder — what’s the next course of action for banks? Is biometric technology truly mature enough to be the silver bullet that provides airtight security and seamless customer experiences that banks are aiming to achieve?

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The cost of inaction: Why cybersecurity could make or break your business

It is often said that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. For all the effort and passion that goes into building a business, leaders cannot afford to overlook laying the foundation of its security system.

Carsharing supercharges EV adoption in Singapore

In the long run, shifting perceptions on EVs and greater usage through carsharing will create a multiplier effect that enhances the accessibility of EVs, increases users’ willingness to use EVs, and amplifies the demand for existing charging stations. These will culminate in greater investment by the government and EV charging partners to expand Singapore’s…

Debunking 5 common misconceptions about product-market fit

To better understand this vital aspect of company building, we debunk some common misconceptions about PMF, explore its importance for long-term growth, and examine real-world examples from Southeast Asia.

Is Hong Kong ready for the return of the digital assets industry?

Asia’s financial center aims to become a center for digital assets, but the road to achieving that is a long one.

How AI solutions can enhance customer experience

Gone are the days when businesses were using off-the-shelf solutions for customer services and planning out further business strategies. In this dynamic marketplace, where technology is evolving quickly, customers' expectations are evolving even quicker. And to track all these and their behavior in real-time, support from Artificial Intelligence (AI) seems…