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ZTE signs strategic cooperation agreement with China Telecom Global
ZTE has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with China Telecom Global (CTG) in Hong Kong in cloud network services, ICT and data centres Read more…
Month: September 2021
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China publishes new draft measures to bolster data security law
China publishes new draft measures aimed at bolstering its new data security law, including definitions of what it is “core” and “important”. Read more…
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YouTube blocks all anti-vaccine content – better late than never?
YouTube will block all anti-vaccine content, including content that contains misinformation about other approved vaccines. Read more…
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Amazon’s latest attempts to experiment with your privacy?
Amazon released a series of products and services in what looks like an experiment to see how much privacy users are willing to surrender. Read more…
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Turn it around – could businesses sell data to consumers?
Business plans have been prepared, which essentially revolve around the idea of consumers selling their own data to monetize it. Read more…
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Huawei, ZTE going through trusted sources process in India
Chinese telecom gear makers Huawei and ZTE are not barred from participating in India’s process to identify “trusted sources and products”. Read more…
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Foreign tech companies compete for Philippines’ remote elections
As COVID-19 continues to ravage the Philippines, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is considering several options for upcoming elections. Read more…
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Optus refunds businesses almost AU$800,000 after billing error
Optus is refunding businesses a total of AU$788K after it breached billing rules by charging them for landline services they did not receive. Read more…
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CNN bars Australians access to its Facebook page citing defamation fears
CNN bars Australians from accessing its Facebook pages after court ruled publishers can be liable for defamation in public comment sections. Read more…
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Did the Chinese approach to Big Tech regulation just close the country?
The Chinese approach to controlling Big Tech, and particularly data controlled by companies concerned, is being watched closely by the world. Read more…
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HRD Corp CEO: Fast-tracking Malaysians with skills fit for 4IR
Formerly known as HRDF (Human Resources Development Fund), HRD Corp remains tasked with driving the country’s talent development aspirations. Read more…
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Reliance Industries eyes stake in lock screen content provider, Glance
Reliance Industries (RIL) has started discussions to invest up to $300 million to acquire a 15-20% stake in Indian content provider Glance. Read more…
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Five EdTech companies bridging education gaps in SE Asia
EdTech companies continue to step up in providing flexible and efficient education and training for SE Asia’s growing student population. Read more…
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Chinese tech giants to roll out more contactless delivery courier robots
A thousand robots are set to join the delivery personnel ranks of Chinese tech giants as the pandemic fuels demand for contactless services. Read more…
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Ericsson to support Malaysia’s digital transformation with 5G deployment
Malaysia and its economy are poised to benefit from a 10-year 5G partnership between Ericsson and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB). Read more…
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Australia watchdog calls for powers to curb Google’s use of data to sell ads
Australia’s antitrust watchdog called for powers to curb Google’s use of internet data to sell targeted ads, joining other regulators. Read more…
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China has outlawed cryptocurrencies, killing off another industry
China has outlawed cryptocurrencies in a move that seeks to protect the central government’s control of the financial system. Read more…
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India has ‘no interest’ in acquiring any telco: Vodafone Idea boss
Vodafone Idea MD and CEO, Ravinder Takkar, said that the Indian government has “no interest” in acquiring any telecom operator in the country Read more…
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Indonesian tech startups ditch blank-cheque deals for local listings
Following Bukalapak’s blockbuster IPO, Indonesian tech startups have scrapped plans for overseas stock offerings in favour of going domestic. Read more…
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China’s central bank vows to protect consumers, Evergrande concerns
China’s central bank vowed to protect consumers exposed to the housing market on Monday and injected more cash into the banking system. Read more…
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