Opinion

To stay ahead, organizations need a layered security approach – one that doesn't rely on a single tool or solution, but instead uses multiple defenses working together. This strategy helps block threats at different points, limits damage if an attack does happen, and improves overall resilience.

Digital resilience requires more than just AI models. It calls for an underlying, AI-ready architecture platform capable of real-time data integration and distribution. Without this foundation, businesses risk fragmentation, latency, and limited adaptability to shifting market dynamics. 

When generative AI burst into the global mainstream, the spotlight landed on Silicon Valley’s models and China’s foundational AI race. But in Southeast Asia, a quieter revolution has taken root, not marked by billion-dollar models or massive data centers, but by everyday adaptation, creativity, and constraint-driven innovation.

The business case for this technology becomes increasingly compelling. Containerized AI workload spending has doubled in 5 years. APJ's container market is projected to reach US$10.7 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 34.4 percent annually. In our data-driven landscape, containerization isn't just a choice anymore—it's becoming the norm for companies…

Although a real-life financial advisor is an excellent way to get feedback on reports, using AI alongside a professional’s input may give people a broader perspective on the many things that impact income during the golden years. As with most interactions with AI, utilize the data but always verify it is giving solid advice. 

Singapore’s Smart Nation vision becomes powerful when SMEs can translate digital adoption into measurable impact. When SMEs confidently act on data, the ripple effect extends well beyond individual businesses; it strengthens the economy, creates higher value jobs, and builds resilience against market volatility.

The most successful digital transformations I have seen were not about flashy tech or big budgets. They were about people who could translate across the many gaps between business, technology, and culture. As Southeast Asia races toward its AI-driven future, we cannot ignore the human infrastructure needed to make it real. Without translators, even the best…

Brisbane 2032 will be a Games of excellence, and just as importantly, a Games of impact. We extend an open invitation to our friends in Osaka, Japan, and countries around the world to collaborate in sport, business, innovation, and cultural exchange.

The leap from chatbots to conversational agents isn’t a luxury anymore—it’s a necessity for mid-sized businesses in 2025. With intelligent agents offering better support, deeper engagement, and smarter automation, the companies that embrace this evolution will outpace their competition and deliver experiences that truly resonate with customers.

Coworking spaces in general are not just adapting to the needs of Gen Z, they are actively shaping what the future of work looks like, with people-centric environments, flexibility, and well-being at the forefront.