Technology
Amazon acquires AI wearable startup Bee to boost personal assistant technology
Amazon acquires AI wearable startup Bee to enhance its personal assistant technology and strengthen its position in the AI wearables market.
Business
Apple launches online retail store in Saudi Arabia for the first time
Apple launches its official online store in Saudi Arabia with Arabic support, direct sales, and plans for a retail store by 2026.
Technology
Microsoft unveils Intel-powered Surface Laptop 5G, shipping from 26 August
Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop 5G launches on 26 August, offering built-in 5G, AI features, and Intel Ultra chips starting from US$1,799.
Business
UBTech Robotics seeks US$307 million through Hong Kong share placement
UBTech Robotics plans to raise US$307 million in Hong Kong via a discounted share placement to support operations and expand its robotics business.
Technology
Alibaba unveils upgraded Qwen3 model, surpasses OpenAI and DeepSeek in maths and coding
Alibaba’s upgraded Qwen3 model beats OpenAI and DeepSeek in maths and coding, cementing China’s role in global AI development.
Business
BYD overtakes Tesla in Hong Kong EV sales amid growing Chinese push into global markets
BYD outsells Tesla in Hong Kong’s EV market, signalling a substantial shift towards Chinese brands in the global right-hand-drive segment.
Business
France launches criminal investigation into X over algorithm manipulation and data practices
France launches a criminal investigation into X over alleged algorithm manipulation and data misuse, sparking strong criticism from the platform.
Technology
Human programmer triumphs over AI in Tokyo coding contest
Polish coder narrowly beats OpenAI’s AI model in a 10-hour coding contest, marking a major moment in human vs machine programming.
Business
Epson launches next generation EcoTank printers for small businesses in Singapore
Epson launches new EcoTank printers in Singapore, offering small businesses faster speeds, low costs, and improved durability.
