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BDx acquires full ownership of OneTen Paya Lebar data centre in Singapore
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BDx Data Centers has bought out the OneTen Paya Lebar data centre in Singapore from the Hwa Hong Corporation, solidifying its commitment to the local market and paving the way for customised digital solutions.
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Singapore staff favour hybrid work models, study shows
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The majority of Singaporean professionals have voiced strong preferences for hybrid or entirely remote work, despite company endeavors to increase office attendance, a Global Workplace Guide survey reveals.
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Okta appoints Sylvia Ng as regional VP for Greater ASEAN
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Okta, Inc. boosts its senior team in ASEAN with the appointment of Sylvia Ng as Regional Vice President and Country Manager for Singapore.
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Tangram expands operations with new hires in UK & Singapore
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Tangram boosts its global footprint, recruiting ex-Ogilvy talent, Sai Chiu in the UK, and data specialist, Jun Hao Woo, in Singapore.
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IWD 2024: A founders advice on breaking cybersecurity stereotypes
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A Singapore-based female founder offers advice on overcoming cybersecurity stereotypes and enhancing gender equality within the male-dominated industry.
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IWD 2024: Empowering and inspiring inclusivity for women at all levels
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IWD 2024 focuses on 'Inspire Inclusion', promoting diversity and empowering women at all facets of their lives and careers through shared experiences and mentorship.
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BDx secures $155m debut loan in Singapore for data center expansion
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Asia-Pacific's fastest-growing data center platform, BDx Data Centers, has secured a $155m debut loan from DBS Bank and OCBC for purchasing Singapore's OneTen Paya Lebar and future plans.
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Currencycloud gets closer to Singapore MPI licence approval
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asia pacific
Currencycloud secures In-Principle Approval for a Major Payment Institution licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, bolstering its Asia Pacific services.
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Singapore businesses prioritise Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is a top priority for 72% of Singapore organisations with 55% planning to boost investments in 2024.
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IWD 2024: Can AI be the way in for women to lead this AI era?
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The increasing democratisation of AI presents unique opportunities for women to lead in the rapidly expanding AI era, levelling the tech playing field.
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LogRhythm appoints Joanne Wong as Interim Chief Marketing Officer
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Leading security solutions provider, LogRhythm, welcomes seasoned professional Joanne Wong as its Interim Chief Marketing Officer, bolstering its commitment to diversity and gender equality.
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Southeast Asia fintech firms set to double by 2027, says UnaFinancials
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UnaFinancials predicts a twofold increase in Southeast Asia's fintech firms by 2027, driven by a robust super-platform economy, supportive regulations and favourable economic conditions.
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Empyrion DC secures SGD$133m green loan from UOB for Singapore data centre
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Empyrion DC secures its first green loan of SGD$133 million from UOB, bolstering its commitment to environmental sustainability and aiding operations of the award-winning SG1 Dodid Data Centre.
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UK students call for faster AI tool adoption in universities
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higher education
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Two-thirds of students believe their universities are too slow to adopt AI learning tools, signalling a sizeable need gap, according to a new survey.
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Dynatrace appoints James McCready as Vice President of Asia Pacific, Japan
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James McCready, having held impressive roles in high-profile tech firms, takes up the mantle as Dynatrace's VP of Asia Pacific and Japan, tasked with driving growth and producing innovative solutions.
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SEEK, Jobstreet, & Jobsdb unite platforms in major tech change
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Leading job marketplaces SEEK, Jobstreet, and Jobsdb unite in a significant merger, utilising SEEK's AI technology to enhance employment services across the Asia Pacific region.
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Salesforce introduces Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant
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Salesforce unveils public beta for Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant set to revolutionise customer relationship management by utilising company-specific data securely.
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Singapore's Geniebook recognised in top 150 digital learning companies
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Singapore-based EdTech company, Geniebook, has been recognised in the GSV 150: Top Growth Companies in Digital Learning and Workforce Skills 2024, being the only entity from Southeast Asia to make the list.
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AirTrunk opens new hyperscale data centre HQ in Sydney
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Hyperscale data centre specialist, AirTrunk has unveiled its new global headquarters in Sydney, Australia - a hub for tech-savvy talent and innovation.
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WhatsApp tops as preferred social media app in Singapore
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WhatsApp claims the crown as Singapore's favourite social media app, with over 27% preference among users, according to the Digital 2024: Singapore report by Meltwater and We Are Social.
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Rockwell Automation promotes Mariya Prempeh as Country Manager for Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei
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Mariya Prempeh ascends to the role of Country Manager for Singapore, Malaysia, and Brunei at Rockwell Automation, enhancing market presence in the industrial automation sector.
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Kelvin Wong takes reins as Singapore country manager at Hitachi Vantara
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storage
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Kelvin Wong, a veteran in sales leadership, has been named the new Country Manager for Hitachi Vantara in Singapore, tasked with driving the company's sales strategy and managing partnerships, alliances, and resellers in the region.
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Exclusive: How Orbus is creating the path to digital transformation
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London-based Orbus is redefining the global digital landscape, with CEO Gareth Burton leading the company's mission to help businesses navigate complex digital transformations.
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Web threats in Singapore down 5.9%, says Kaspersky report
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Kaspersky reveals a 5.9% decrease in web-based threats detected for Singapore in 2023, the third annual drop, despite growing complexity and user attacks, which surged to 30.7%.