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Google invests USD $1 billion in Thailand's digital future
Google

Google invests USD $1 billion in Thailand's digital future

Google has declared a USD $1 billion investment to boost Thailand's digital infrastructure, bolstering cloud and data centres in Bangkok and Chonburi.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Web threats in Singapore drop; AI sparks new security concerns
Malware

Web threats in Singapore drop; AI sparks new security concerns

Web threats in Singapore dropped year-on-year in Q2 2024, with 1.1 million threats detected on Kaspersky Security Network users' computers, landing the country 38th globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Milieu Insight appoints Sundip Chahal as new CEO
Marketing Technologies

Milieu Insight appoints Sundip Chahal as new CEO

Milieu Insight has named Sundip Chahal as CEO, tasking him with expanding the company's reach into the US and UK while strengthening its Southeast Asian market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Coca-Cola & Grab launch upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore
Digital Transformation

Coca-Cola & Grab launch upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore

Coca-Cola and Grab unveil an upgraded Coke&Go in Singapore, integrating QR code and image recognition tech to enhance convenience and digital payment options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Sophos exposes China-linked cyberespionage in Southeast Asia
Firewalls

Sophos exposes China-linked cyberespionage in Southeast Asia

Sophos' latest report uncovers a sophisticated China-linked cyberespionage campaign targeting Southeast Asian entities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Sophos unveils Chinese cyber espionage tactics in new report
Malware

Sophos unveils Chinese cyber espionage tactics in new report

Sophos has disclosed new insights into the Crimson Palace cyber espionage campaign by Chinese state actors, revealing persistent threats across Southeast Asia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
AND Solutions & AEON Thana Sinsap partner on loan processing
Digital Transformation

AND Solutions & AEON Thana Sinsap partner on loan processing

AND Solutions partners with AEON Thana Sinsap to streamline small loan applications in Thailand with advanced credit scoring and document processing software.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Global shopping app installs soar 61% YoY in H1 2024
Customer Experience

Global shopping app installs soar 61% YoY in H1 2024

Global shopping app installs surged 61% YoY in H1 2024, far exceeding other verticals. Key drivers include retail media networks and mobile wallets, says Adjust.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Vistar Media expands into Taiwan with new strategic partnerships
Health Technologies

Vistar Media expands into Taiwan with new strategic partnerships

Vistar Media partners with KanBan Culture and PilotTV to enter Taiwan, bolstering its out-of-home media marketplace across the Asia-Pacific region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Singtel & Bridge Alliance partner to deliver AI solutions
Digital Transformation

Singtel & Bridge Alliance partner to deliver AI solutions

Singtel and Bridge Alliance will roll out GPU-as-a-Service across Southeast Asia, tapping AI's burgeoning demand in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
Tapway introduces Vision AI platform SamurAI for enterprises
Low code & No code

Tapway introduces Vision AI platform SamurAI for enterprises

Tapway launches SamurAI, a Vision AI platform transforming raw video into actionable insights. Subscription starts at USD $25 monthly, expanding market reach in Southeast Asia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Impact unveils impact.com/advocate to boost SEA brand trust
Social Media

Impact unveils impact.com/advocate to boost SEA brand trust

impact.com launches impact.com/advocate in Southeast Asia to boost brand trust through customer referrals and social media influence, addressing modern consumer behaviour.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024

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Southeast Asia stories

westcon-comstor wins 2024 CrowdStrike global partner award
AI Security

westcon-comstor wins 2024 CrowdStrike global partner award

Westcon-Comstor has been awarded the 2024 CrowdStrike Global Distributor Partner of the Year at the Fal.Con 2024 summit for its impressive growth and channel network.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Zyxel Networks uses AI cloud solutions to boost manufacturing
Firewalls

Zyxel Networks uses AI cloud solutions to boost manufacturing

Zyxel Networks' AI-powered cloud solutions are transforming manufacturing efficiency, addressing IoT complexity, and boosting security across global factories.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
Southeast Asia's financial sector faces major cybersecurity risks
Encryption

Southeast Asia's financial sector faces major cybersecurity risks

Tenable's new research unveils over 26,500 vulnerable internet-facing assets within Southeast Asia's BFSI sector, highlighting critical cybersecurity gaps.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Charlie Ill named CEO of Investible, succeeding Rod Bristow
Venture Capital

Charlie Ill named CEO of Investible, succeeding Rod Bristow

Charlie Ill has been named the new CEO of Investible, succeeding Rod Bristow. Ill's appointment is expected to drive the firm's next growth phase.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding round
Customer Experience

SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding round

SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding led by Atinum Investment, pushing its total to USD $15 million to fuel global expansion and AI advancements.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Tollring & Amity Solutions form strategic AI alliance
Customer Experience

Tollring & Amity Solutions form strategic AI alliance

Tollring inks a strategic equity alliance with Amity Solutions to enhance its voice analytics with Generative AI, aiming for global expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024