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AI is turning old crypto code into a new attack surface, says CoinEx chief analyst Jeff Ko [Q&A]

CoinEx Chief Analyst Jeff Ko discusses how AI is reshaping crypto cybersecurity, from the Coldcard wallet incident and self-custody risks to agentic payments, AI-powered attacks and the continuing need for human oversight.

Zeekr extends RM1.20/kWh fast-charging rate to all DC Handal stations in Malaysia

Zeekr, the premium electric-vehicle brand of China's Geely Holding Group, said its Malaysian unit has extended a discounted direct-current fast-charging rate of MYR1.20 ($0.29) per kilowatt-hour to all DC Handal charging stations nationwide, having previously offered it only at selected locations.

Fast-fashion retailer SHEIN targets $35–40B valuation in Hong Kong IPO on $41.8B revenue

SHEIN, a global online fashion and lifestyle company, is targeting a valuation of $35-40 billion in its planned initial public offering on the Hong Kong stock market, analysts noted.

TechNode AI Networking Night: The Bangkok AI Soirée to be held on Aug 27, 2026

From AI startups and emerging technologies to investment opportunities and cross-border collaboration, this is a space to connect with the people shaping Asia Pacific’s next wave of innovation. Whether you are an entrepreneur, investor, corporate leader or ecosystem builder, come meet like-minded people and explore what’s next for AI in the region.

MBSB maintains positive stance on Malaysia’s renewable energy on structural policy tailwinds

MBSB Research has on Wednesday maintained its positive stance on the renewable energy subsector, underpinned by the structural policy tailwinds for a deep decarbonization trajectory in line with the targets under National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).

Indonesia’s data center boom faces growing infrastructure challenges – BMI

Indonesia’s data center market is set for continued expansion, supported by international private capital, cloud adoption, data localization requirements and spillover demand from Singapore, but growing constraints around power, land, water, connectivity and renewable energy could increasingly challenge the country’s ability to sustain its growth, BMI…

Why more Asian startups are building dual-market companies

Asian startup founders are planning their US expansion earlier, placing commercial teams closer to capital and customers while keeping product, engineering and operations rooted in Asia.

Malaysia’s chip sector faces uneven AI gains, supply risks – HSBC

Malaysia’s semiconductor sector is benefiting from the global artificial intelligence (AI) boom, but gains remain uneven across the industry, while supply risks and the challenge of moving further up the value chain continue to weigh on its longer-term outlook, HSBC said on Thursday.

Thunes expands Web3 Infrastructure with EURC to enable instant Euro treasury funding

Thunes, the Singapore-based payment firm, announced Thursday the expansion of its stablecoin liquidity management capabilities with the launch of EURC prefunding.

Infoblox research finds 65,000 expired domains re-registered daily in first half of 2026

Infoblox Threat Intel said it observed about 65,000 re-registered expired domains a day in the first half of 2026, with some being reused for malware, scams, illegal streaming and online gambling.