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Collaborative robots (cobots) are coming to sweatshops
Collaborative robots, or “cobots”, designed to work alongside humans in close proximity, are starting to gain traction in various industries. Read more…
Month: July 2022
Features
Impact of 5G on cell site simulators for law enforcement
Cell site simulators (CSS) are an important tool used by law enforcement to track down people and investigate or prevent serious crimes. Read more…
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China launches Wentian lab module to space station
China on Sunday launched the second of three modules, the Wentian lab modules, to its permanent space station. Read more…
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China tightens existing ride-hailing data rules
China’s transport ministry has tightened existing rules governing how online ride-hailing firms should handle and share data with regulators. Read more…
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Facebook India problems: too much nudity, not enough women
Facebook India is shunned by many woman as being male-dominated and other obstacles included nudity content, safety and privacy. Read more…
Features
Intelligent digitalization of O&M, a critical component of any digital transformation
Intelligent digitalization of O&M – being user journey-centric, connecting products, services, platforms and networks to maximize data value. Read more…
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Australian BNPL high-flyer Zip has wings clipped
Australian BNPL company Zip Co Ltd is weighing an impairment charge and “deprioritising” a cryptocurrency offering, blowing growth prospects. Read more…
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Timeline shows easing of China’s regulatory crackdown
Here is a timeline of key events underscoring the easing of China’s regulatory crackdown since the beginning of this year. Read more…
Features
Singaporean firms navigating the new Infosec frontier
Singaporean organisations had some of the slowest cyber attack incident response rates worldwide, less than half responding within 24 hours. Read more…
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Indian telcos may charge premium for 5G services
Indian telecom operators are expected to charge a premium for their high-speed 5G services during the initial phase of launch. Read more…
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Thailand admits using surveillance software to track people
Thai minister has admitted the country uses surveillance software to track individuals in cases involving national security or drugs. Read more…
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Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods costing US consumers
Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods, totalling $32bn to date, were hurting US businesses and not solving China trade challenges. Read more…
Views
Does anyone trust cheap SaaS pricing these days?
SaaS offering can be free, with limited time and limited functionality, or a nominal price per month, but pricing traps don’t work anymore. Read more…
Views
New tech rules – Indonesia’s data privacy nightmare?
New licensing rules are coming into effect in Indonesia on July 20, and they could have a big impact on the privacy of internet users. Read more…
News
Didi to be fined more than $1 billion for data breaches
Chinese authorities are preparing to impose a fine of more than $1 billion on ride-hailing firm Didi Global for cybersecurity practices. Read more…
News
Auto chip shortage and how China became ground zero
Kelvin Pang is ready to wager a $23 million payday that the worst of the chip shortage is not over for automakers – at least in China. Read more…
Features
Emerging Giants report identifies potential APAC unicorns
Emerging Giants in Asia Pacific report examines new economy businesses with strong potential to impact the global business landscape. Read more…
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L&T first to seek direct allocation 5G spectrum in India
L&T Technology Services is looking to acquire 5G spectrum from the Indian government for captive networks through direct allocation. Read more…
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Indonesia to techcos: register under new rules or be blocked
Indonesia urged tech companies on Monday to register under new licensing rules, or run the risk of having their platforms blocked. Read more…
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US calls for allies to thwart China’s grip on raw materials
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will call on allies to thwart China’s efforts to dominate key raw materials and technology markets. Read more…