TSMC and Samsung Explore Chip Manufacturing Projects in UAE
Two of the largest global chipmakers, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and Samsung Electronics, are in discussions about building semiconductor plants in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to a…
Chinese AI Driving Technology Firm Expands Globally from Hong Kong Base
Hong Kong’s proactive approach to fostering innovation has led to significant growth opportunities for companies like Uisee, a leading Chinese autonomous driving technology firm. The city’s strategic position, combined with…
YouTube Introduces Ads When Videos Are Paused
Google has introduced a new advertising method on YouTube, placing ads on the screen when users pause videos. A YouTube communications manager shared with The Verge that advertisers have responded…
Samsung Files Lawsuit Against Indian Labour Union Amid Escalating Strike
Samsung Electronics’ legal battle with its Indian labour union over an 11-day strike at its Tamil Nadu home appliances factory is escalating, as revealed by recent court documents. The company…
Limited Stock of Huawei’s Mate XT Leaves Fans Disappointed on Launch Day
Huawei’s newly launched $2,800 Mate XT tri-foldable phone has left many of its loyal fans disappointed, as the device was not available for walk-in customers on its release day. The…
Alibaba unveils over 100 new AI models in push for global dominance
Alibaba has released over 100 new open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models, significantly expanding its AI offerings in a bid to compete with major players in both China and the U.S.…
Nio Introduces Affordable Onvo L60 SUV in Push to Compete with Tesla
Nio has introduced a new brand, Onvo, with its first vehicle, the L60 SUV, priced aggressively to compete with Tesla. The L60 starts at 149,900 Chinese yuan ($21,210) when purchased…
Tesla and Nvidia Boost Nasdaq to One of Its Best Days in 2024
The Nasdaq surged 2.5% on Thursday, marking one of its strongest performances in 2024, following a key Federal Reserve rate cut. Investors flocked to tech stocks, with Tesla and Nvidia…
LinkedIn Quietly Opts Users into AI Data Training Without Consent
LinkedIn is using personal data from its users to train generative AI models, according to recent reports. Without explicit consent, the platform has automatically opted users into this process. According…
China Faces Struggles in Developing Domestic Nvidia Rival
Chinese companies are ramping up their efforts to develop an alternative to Nvidia’s AI chips, but significant hurdles remain. The U.S. sanctions, coupled with Nvidia’s dominance in AI chip technology,…
Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to Supply H3 Rockets for Eutelsat Launches by 2027
Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has secured a deal to provide multiple H3 rocket launches for France’s Eutelsat Group starting in 2027. This contract represents a significant achievement for Japan’s…
YouTube Teams Up with Shopee to Expand E-Commerce in Southeast Asia
YouTube and Shopee have partnered to launch an online shopping service in Indonesia, with plans to expand across Southeast Asia. This collaboration allows users to purchase items showcased on YouTube…
MrBeast and Amazon Face Lawsuit from Beast Games Contestants
A group of five unnamed contestants has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) and Amazon over their involvement in the planned competition show, Beast Games. Filed on September…
AI Takes Center Stage at Tech Week Singapore 2024 as Industry Leaders Gather
Tech Week Singapore 2024 will gather top global tech leaders, government officials, and industry experts to explore the future of digital transformation in Asia, with a primary focus on artificial…
OpenAI o1 Model Receives High Praise from Moonshot AI Founder
OpenAI’s latest model, OpenAI o1, marks a notable advancement in artificial intelligence, particularly in its ability to perform complex tasks. Yang Zhilin, founder and CEO of Moonshot AI, praised the…
Princeton Digital Makes Major Land Purchases to Support AI Growth in Asia
Singapore-based Princeton Digital Group (PDG) has expanded its land holdings in India, Malaysia, and Indonesia to accommodate the growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) services. The company aims to increase…
Intel Edged Out by AMD in PlayStation 6 Chip Race
Intel was reportedly close to winning the contract to design the chip for Sony’s upcoming PlayStation 6, according to a report from Reuters. Despite strong competition from AMD, which has…
China Criticizes EU EV Tariffs, Citing Harm to German Economy
China’s commerce minister, Wang Wentao, has expressed concerns over the European Union’s impending tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs), warning that the move will harm both China and Germany. He argued…
Vietnam Faces US Pressure Over Undersea Cable Decisions
The United States is actively encouraging Vietnam to avoid using Chinese firms, particularly HMN Technologies, in its plans to build 10 new undersea cables by 2030. Vietnam, dealing with aging…
Chinese Tech Firms Target Nvidia’s Dominance in AI Chip Market
China is making significant strides toward reducing its reliance on U.S. semiconductor technology, particularly amid increasing sanctions from Washington. With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and foundational models,…