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If not right now, then when? The push for automation and adoption of AI in manufacturing in Malaysia

The future of automation in #Malaysia’s manufacturing industry holds great promise. Its potential to work collaboratively with humans in the sector shows the irreplaceable nature of the human workforce without denying the importance of technological advancements in #manufacturing.

Hong Kong language AI firm Fano Labs fuels APAC expansion with Series B funding

Fano Labs, the Hong Kong provider of performance language artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, has on Thursday announced the successful closure of its Series B round. Openspace Ventures, a venture capital firm in Southeast Asia, led the investment round, with participation from HSBC and Greater Good Investment, the family office of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth…

Microsoft to invest $2.2B in cloud and AI in Malaysia

American technology firm Microsoft has on Thursday announced that it will invest $2.2 billion over the next four years to support Malaysia’s digital transformation – the single largest investment in its 32-year history in the country.

Microsoft to open a new data center in Thailand

American technology firm Microsoft said Wednesday it will open a new data center region in Thailand. The data center region will expand the availability of Microsoft’s hyperscale cloud services, facilitating enterprise-grade reliability, performance, and compliance with data residency and privacy standards.

Temasek-backed AI firm Blaize secures $106M funding

Blaize, a global artificial intelligence (AI) computing firm, has on Monday announced it has raised $106 million from investors including Singapore state investment firm Temasek.

Microsoft announces AI skilling opportunities for 2.5M people in the ASEAN region by 2025

American technology firm Microsoft has on Tuesday announced a commitment to equip 2.5 million people in member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) with artificial intelligence (AI) skills by 2025.

Microsoft to invest $1.7B in cloud and AI in Indonesia

American technology firm Microsoft has on Tuesday announced it will invest $1.7 billion over the next four years in new cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in Indonesia.

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The new social media boom: AI and how it’s going to change the way we interact with each other

As AI technology keeps advancing, it's important that companies stay up to date not just by adopting AI but also by asking themselves how they can use #AI in different parts of their business. This means keeping training programs fresh and improving AI features based on user feedback.

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AI agents from “thinking fast” to “thinking slow”

From fast thinking to slow thinking, #AI is evolving at an unimaginable pace. However, each ability is not absolutely good or bad but has its own unique advantages and suitability for use in different scenarios.

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Employers want college grads with AI experience, but colleges haven’t caught on

As so many employers adopt #AI, they’re seeking candidates with the right skill set and expertise to get the most out of their investment. Consequently, #college students would be wise to upskill or reskill — whether they go through their school or become self-taught — to retain their competitive edge in the labor market.