Business
Singapore launches S$70 million AI initiative
Singapore launches a S$70 million AI initiative to develop Southeast Asia's first large language model ecosystem, emphasising AI research and talent development.
Technology
YouTrip integrates with Google Pay
YouTrip's new integration with Google Pay offers Android users convenient mobile payments with zero-fee currency exchange and a special celebratory cashback campaign.
Technology
UK introduces AI age checks for online pornography
The UK proposes AI-based age verification for online pornography access, focusing on child safety while considering privacy and data security. Final guidelines are expected…
Technology
Meta and IBM team up to champion open-source AI development
IBM and Meta's new AI Alliance promotes open-source AI development, focusing on innovation, safety, and transparency, with global support but without OpenAI's involvement.
Gaming
China’s video game market makes a comeback with 87 new titles
China's video game market shows robust recovery with the approval of 87 new titles, including Ubisoft's mobile game "The Division Resurgence," signalling a positive…
Gaming
PlayStation accounts suspended without clear explanation
PlayStation users face unexpected account suspensions without clear reasons, causing confusion and frustration amid a lack of response from Sony.
Business
Singtel gears up for AI workloads with cutting-edge data centres
Singtel advances AI capabilities with new data centres, focusing on sustainability, high power density, and enhanced connectivity for diverse AI applications.
Technology
Tencent’s streaming service outage adds to Big Tech’s woes
Tencent Holdings apologises for the Tencent Video service outage, adding to recent technical disruptions among major Chinese tech companies.
Business
Twilio announces workforce reduction to enhance profitability
Twilio Inc. plans to lay off 5% of its workforce by early 2024, expecting to incur costs up to US$35 million, in line with…
