Latest news and trends about tech
The rise of synthetic consumers and the future of entrepreneurship
The rise of synthetic consumers is a paradigm shift in entrepreneurship. By harnessing the power of AI, behavioral modeling, and big data, startups can now test, iterate, and optimize in ways that were unthinkable just a few years ago. This isn't just about making better decisions—it's about reimagining what entrepreneurship can look like in a digital-first…
July 3, 2025
Singapore invests boldly in AI but businesses struggle to scale enterprise-wide: IBM study
Singapore invests boldly in artificial intelligence (AI) but businesses struggle to scale enterprise-wide, a new global study by the IBM Institute showed Thursday.
July 3, 2025
TCS launches AI-Powered Research & Innovation Center in Singapore to accelerate enterprise innovation at scale
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), an India-based information technology (IT) services, consulting, and business solutions provider, has launched a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI)-Powered Research & Innovation Center in Singapore.
July 3, 2025
ASEAN-BAC Malaysia and ACCA launch regional statement to strengthen sustainability reporting across ASEAN
The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Malaysia, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), and their partners in the ASEAN Sustainability Reporting Advocacy Collaborative (ASRAC) have on Wednesday unveiled a landmark regional policy statement that charts a unified path forward for sustainability reporting across Southeast Asia,…
July 3, 2025
Alibaba Cloud invests over $60M next year to accelerate AI innovation
Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, announced Thursday it will invest over $60 million in the next fiscal year to empower its partner ecosystem and accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) innovation.
July 3, 2025
News,Malaysia,Digital Transformation
83 Malaysian tech companies ink MOUs in Indonesia, generating $107M digital exports
83 Malaysian tech firms ink 26 memorandum of understandings (MOUs) in Indonesia, generating over MYR 450 million ($107 million) in digital exports and boosting ASEAN artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity ties.
July 3, 2025
How Southeast Asia is building the backbone of a billion-dollar esports economy
While global titles like Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Valorant draw millions of viewers, the real transformation is happening behind the scenes as countries across the region invest in technology, talent and new business models.
July 3, 2025
News,Venture Capital,Philippines
DTI partners P&G to transform startup innovations into solutions for large enterprises in the Philippines
Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines, part of the global manufacturer The Procter & Gamble Company, has partnered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and QBO Innovation, the Philippines' top startup support organization, to expand the vGROW Program to a broader network of startups across the country.
July 3, 2025
Cradle, NEXEA’s MYStartup Accelerator has supported over 50 startups to date
MYStartup Accelerator Cohort has to date supported over 50 startups and facilitated a total investment of just under MYR 5.5 million ($1.3 million) by NEXEA angel investors — playing a key role in advancing Malaysia’s position as a regional startup hub.
July 3, 2025
FPT partners Standard Chartered-backed audax Financial Technology for digital banking solutions, targeting $100M revenue
Vietnam-based information technology (IT) services provider FPT has formed a strategic alliance with audax Financial Technology (audax), a digital banking technology solutions provider backed by Standard Chartered.
July 3, 2025