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Experimental chewing gum could reduce spread of COVID-19, maybe
An experimental chewing gum that “traps” coronavirus particles could limit the amount of the virus in saliva and help curb transmission. Read more…
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Bat researchers in Cambodia on mission to track down COVID-19 origin
Researchers are collecting samples from bats in northern Cambodia in a bid to understand the coronavirus pandemic Read more…
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Global semiconductor shortages to worsen as COVID ravages Malaysia
Eyes have been on Taiwan amidst the shortages in car chips, but automakers must brace further as Malaysia faces surging coronavirus numbers. Read more…
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How fintech can be a force for good and create a more sustainable planet
Finance and technology brought together into “fintech” delivers on promise to create a more inclusive society and a more sustainable planet. Read more…
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India asks Twitter to take down tweets critical of its coronavirus handling
The Indian government asked social media platform Twitter to take down dozens of tweets, critical of its handling of the coronavirus outbreak Read more…
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Singapore trials Nervotec app that acts as first-line coronavirus defence
Smartphone app, developed by Singapore startup Nervotec, could act as first line of defence against next outbreak of the coronavirus. Read more…
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Social media influencers among the first to receive vaccines in Indonesia
Among the first in the queue for coronavirus vaccines in Indonesia has been one conspicuous group – social media influencers. Read more…
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Singapore travellers to wear electronic tags to enforce quarantine
Singapore will make some incoming travellers wear an electronic monitoring device to ensure that they comply with coronavirus quarantines Read more…
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Forex trading increased by 300% during coronavirus pandemic
Forex trading volumes rose sharply between March and June during the pandemic, increasing by approximately 300% over those three months. Read more…
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Fujitsu develops hand washing AI to ensure workers scrub properly
Japan’s Fujitsu has developed a hand washing AI monitor it says will ensure healthcare, hotel and food industry workers scrub hands properly. Read more…
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US-China tech war is a bit like ‘two elephants dancing’
Coronavirus has disrupted supply chains and demand across the global economy, but it is the prospect of a US-China tech war worries many. Read more…
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Supply chain visibility is just one area fuelled by coronavirus turmoil
Business is booming at companies like riskmethods that offer digital tools to help map out supply chain risks, run factories, forecast demand Read more…
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Internet helps billions of people adapt to and survive coronavirus pandemic
Online schooling, working from home or family video calls – the internet has helped billions to adapt and survive the coronavirus pandemic. Read more…
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Singapore plans wearable coronavirus tracking device for 5.7mn residents
Singapore plans to give a wearable device to identify people who had interacted with carriers of coronavirus to each of its 5.7mn residents. Read more…
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Tech companies have been solid through coronavirus, but will it last?
Tech companies have been solid in the aftermath of the coronavirus-induced market crash, but some investors are questioning if it will last. Read more…
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Cryptocurrency crime surges in first five months of coronavirus pandemic
Losses from cryptocurrency crime, thefts, hacks, and frauds soared to nearly $1.4 billion from the beginning of the year until the end of May Read more…
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Robot developed by SK Telecom screens visitors, dispenses sanitiser
Robot equipped with cameras and LED screen greets visitors at SK Telecom checking temperature, dispensing hand sanitiser, disinfecting floor. Read more…
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Asian-Americans, harassed over coronavirus, push back on social media
Harassment of Asian-Americans has led community activists in USA to fight back – rallying on social media, and supporting each other online. Read more…
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Alibaba emerges a big winner from China’s coronavirus crisis
Alibaba is emerging as one of China’s biggest corporate winners of the coronavirus crisis, gaining the opportunity to expand its businesses. Read more…
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South Korea turns urban planning system into a virus tracking database
South Korea Smart City data system forms the foundation for a data clearing house that has turbocharged South Korea’s virus tracking. Read more…