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Foxconn, Shiangbao begin smart care trials at Taiwan sites
Foxconn Technology Group and Shiangbao Longterm Care Group have launched proof-of-concept trials for smart care solutions at three facilities in Taiwan, following a collaboration started in November 2025.
Singapore Digital Economy Hits S$144.1 Billion, Tech Workforce Grows
Singapore's digital economy expanded to 19.3% of GDP in 2025, with tech employment rising 3.8% to 222,200, an IMDA report shows.
Singapore's Bee Cheng Hiang hit by AI data breach, 95,000 emails exposed
Singapore's Personal Data Protection Commission found an employee used an AI tool to generate marketing code, exposing over 95,000 customer email addresses.
China AI microdrama producers pivot to quality amid saturation
Chinese AI microdrama creators are shifting focus from low-cost production to unique content, as over 90% of 430,000 new microdramas launched this year were AI-generated.
AI Capital Inflows Surge as Productivity Gains Remain Elusive
Global spending on AI infrastructure could reach $30 trillion by 2050, but economists and analysts question if this will yield sufficient returns for investors.
Synopsys shifts EDA, IP revenue to consumption-based models
The US chip design software firm announced new partnerships with OpenAI and Amazon at its 2026 Investor Day, moving from engineer seat licences towards payments tied to design outcomes and chip shipments.
Accenture Shares Jump 20% on Strong Q4, $1 Billion AI Safety Investment
The global consultancy reported strong fourth-quarter results and an optimistic financial year 2027 outlook, alongside a significant commitment to artificial intelligence safety testing.
Nvidia AI Security Platform: Higher Costs, Deeper Vendor Ties
Nvidia's new AI agent security platform centralises control via dedicated hardware, prompting businesses to weigh stronger protection against increased infrastructure costs and deeper dependence.
Asia's Top Tech Startups Pivot to Physical AI; Singapore's Role as Hub Expands
More than half of the firms on Granite Asia's NextGen Tech 30 list now apply artificial intelligence in physical settings, with Singapore-based companies making up 42 per cent of honourees.
Mercedes-Benz, ProLogium Boost Solid-State Battery Development
Taiwan's ProLogium Technology grants Mercedes-Benz priority access to Gen4 solid-state cells, deepening their partnership for electric vehicle power units.
Pakistan first to deploy China's MAZU AI weather system
Pakistan has adopted China's MAZU artificial intelligence weather system since October 2025, becoming the first nation to use the platform for advanced early warning capabilities and disaster risk reduction. China plans to expand the system to 30 countries over the next five years.
Autonomous Systems Demand Advanced Robot Memory
Autonomous systems on industrial floors need to move beyond basic mapping to include object recognition, spatial memory, and complex reasoning, according to a recent column.
NXP, VIS Inaugurate Singapore 12-inch Fab, Largest Investment Since 2015
NXP Semiconductors and Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) have opened their joint 12-inch wafer fabrication plant in Tampines, Singapore, now in trial production with volume output expected by Q1 2027.
Nio sells Nio Power stake to Geely, values unit at US$2.4bn
Chinese EV maker Nio strengthened its collaboration with Zhejiang Geely Holding Group by divesting a 30% share of its battery swap unit, Nio Power, to Geely. The transaction values Nio Power at 16 billion yuan.
Southeast Asia Tops Global AI Trust, Plans Significant Investment
Southeast Asian firms lead global peers in AI trustworthiness, with 65.6% planning to increase spending over the next 12 months despite persistent infrastructure gaps.
Google's Mandiant flags renewed ShinyHunters attacks on Oracle PeopleSoft
Google's cybersecurity unit, Mandiant, reported the hacking group ShinyHunters bypassed previous security measures to exploit a flaw in Oracle's PeopleSoft, affecting dozens of global systems.
Akamai commits US$5.5 billion to cloud for Anthropic AI deal
US cloud provider Akamai Technologies will expand memory and CPU capacity to support AI firm Anthropic's US$11.6 billion, seven-year commitment.
Korean Firms Advance AI Chip Packaging Alternatives to TSMC
Samsung Electro-Mechanics and LG Innotek are developing advanced substrate technologies, including Intel’s EMIB, to prepare for evolving AI semiconductor packaging demands.
Microsoft commits US$10 billion to Middle East AI infrastructure
The technology giant plans to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities in the region by 2030, focusing on data centre development.
Persona AI deploys humanoids in Korean heavy industry
Houston-based Persona AI partners with HD Hyundai and Posco to integrate bipedal robots into shipyards and steel mills, addressing severe labour shortages.
Globe, Grab expand prepaid fibre WiFi to major Philippine cities
The service allows customers in Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao to order 300 Mbps internet via GrabMart, with installation possible in two hours.
Oracle Restructuring Costs Hit US$2.8 Billion Amid AI Push
The tech giant increased its restructuring programme by US$700 million, targeting operational efficiency and significant capital expenditure for cloud and AI infrastructure.
Simba confirms spectrum breach, Tuas Ltd profits triple despite M1 deal failure
Singapore telco Simba, a unit of Tuas Ltd, cited hardware issues for exceeding spectrum limits, as its parent company's net profit rose 277% to S$26 million for the year.
Hermes Testing lists OTC, targets AI chip demand
Semiconductor wafer testing provider Hermes Testing Solutions began trading on the over-the-counter market on September 22, aiming to capitalise on rising demand for AI and high-performance computing chips.
Rebellions AI Chips Drive SK Telecom to 4 Billion Daily Tokens
South Korean AI chipmaker Rebellions expanded its neural processing units across four SK Telecom commercial offerings, now handling 14 million real-time requests each day.
FD-SOI Chips See Demand Surge as China Builds Domestic Supply Chain
The fully depleted silicon-on-insulator (FD-SOI) market is expanding rapidly, fuelled by AI integration into physical devices. China is developing a full domestic supply chain, with YMTC's capital arm reportedly investing in 12-inch SOI technology.
Focused Ultrasound Foundation Sees Cancer, Alzheimer's Advances by 2029
Global clinical trials, including those led by researchers in Hong Kong, are expected to deliver significant progress in treating glioblastoma and pancreatic cancer within three years, according to the US-based Focused Ultrasound Foundation.
Corning to Raise Display Glass Substrate Prices 15% Globally
The US supplier cited ongoing cost pressures across the electronics supply chain for the worldwide adjustment to its yen-denominated products, effective from Q4 2026.
Huawei, Xiaomi, Apple Intensify Foldable Phone Battle
Major electronics firms Huawei, Xiaomi, and Apple are escalating competition in the foldable smartphone segment with distinct design and feature strategies.
ByteDance Founder Zhang Yiming Tops Asia's Richest List
Chinese entrepreneur Zhang Yiming, founder of ByteDance, has seen his net worth rise to US$105.5 billion, surpassing India's Gautam Adani on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Waymo Targets 2028 Singapore Autonomous Ride-Hail Debut
Alphabet’s autonomous driving unit will deploy an all-electric fleet, marking its initial foray into Southeast Asia via a partnership with Singaporean transport bodies.
ASE Technology Holding August revenue record on AI demand
Taiwan's ASE Technology Holding recorded its highest-ever monthly revenue in August 2026, driven by sustained demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chip packaging and testing services.
Global Telecoms Shift Capex to AI as 5G Revenue Growth Stalls
DigiTimes analysis reveals that despite 2.96 billion 5G subscribers in 2025, operators are reallocating capital towards AI infrastructure and exploring token-based billing models to drive new revenue.
Plaud doubles Singapore AI investment to US$20 million
The US wearable AI firm has expanded its Marina Bay Financial Centre headquarters and local engineering team, targeting 12 regional markets for multilingual conversation tools.
Samsung Electronics Gains From Memory Chip Prices, Smartphone Outlook
Samsung Electronics will fare better than most smartphone makers this year, Mizuho Securities reported. Rising memory chip prices support its semiconductor division, while a flagship phone focus helps absorb higher costs.
Meta develops camera-free smart glasses to ease privacy worries
The US tech firm's design choice aims to remove a social hurdle, potentially accelerating adoption in the rapidly expanding wearable device market.