Alliance to End Plastic Waste Releases Groundbreaking Solution Model Playbooks
The Alliance to End Plastic Waste launches innovative ‘Solution Model’ playbooks, providing actionable strategies for stakeholders to combat plastic pollution and promote circularity in the plastic economy. 17 April 2024 – The Alliance to End Plastic Waste has launched the first pair of ‘Solution Model’ playbooks, designed to provide insights and strategies for stakeholders across the plastic value chain....
Cybersecurity Report Reveals Alarming Trends in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) Attacks
Sophos’s latest cybersecurity report reveals a concerning surge in remote desktop protocol (RDP) abuse, with RDP implicated in 90% of cyberattacks in 2023. Despite compromised credentials becoming the leading cause of attacks, many organizations still lack multi-factor authentication, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in their security infrastructure. 17 April 2024 – Sophos, a leading provider of cutting-edge...
FinbotsAI and KBZ Bank Join Forces to Transform Credit Risk Management in Myanmar with AI-Powered Solution
FinbotsAI partners with KBZ Bank, Myanmar’s leading bank, to implement CreditX, an AI-powered credit scoring solution, revolutionizing credit risk management in the region. The collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency, drive financial inclusion, and facilitate faster and more accurate credit assessments across retail and SME products. FinbotsAI, a Singapore-based B2B SaaS FinTech backed by Accel, has announced a...
AMD Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Chips for Business PCs, Set to Debut in HP and Lenovo Platforms
AMD introduces new series of AI-enabled chips tailored for business PCs, including the Ryzen PRO 8040 Series for laptops and mobile workstations, and the Ryzen PRO 8000 Series for desktops, set to launch in platforms from HP and Lenovo in the second quarter of 2024. 16 April 2024 – Advanced Micro Devices (AMD.O) announced on Tuesday the launch of its latest series of chips tailored for artificial intelligence-enabled personal...
Baidu’s Ernie Bot Dominates China’s AI Chatbot Market with 200 Million Users Amidst Rising Competition
Baidu’s Ernie Bot achieves a milestone with over 200 million users, facing stiff competition from emerging rivals like Moonshot AI’s Kimi in China’s AI chatbot market. Despite challenges, Ernie Bot continues to grow and serve a large base of enterprise clients. 16 April 2024 – Baidu, China’s leading technology company, announced on Tuesday that its artificial intelligence chatbot, “Ernie Bot,”...
Apple Smartphone Shipments Drop 10% in Q1 2024 as Samsung Secures Top Spot Amidst Android Onslaught
Apple’s smartphone shipments experienced a 10% decline in Q1 2024, yielding the top spot to Samsung amidst heightened competition from Android manufacturers. With challenges in key markets like China, Apple faces pressure to innovate and address investor concerns regarding its AI development strategy. 15 April 2024 – According to data released by research firm IDC on Sunday, Apple’s smartphone shipments experienced a...
Adobe Unveils Integration of Third-Party AI Tools in Premiere Pro for Advanced Video Editing Capabilities
Adobe reveals plans to integrate third-party AI tools, like OpenAI, into its Premiere Pro software, aiming to introduce advanced features for automated video editing. 15 April 2024 – In a strategic move to enhance its widely used Premiere Pro application, Adobe (ADBE.O) has announced plans to integrate third-party generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including those from OpenAI and other startups. This initiative,...
Shopee Leads Safety Ratings as Facebook Faces Surge in E-commerce Scams
Shopee achieves top safety rating in e-commerce, alongside Amazon and Lazada, while Facebook sees a surge in reported scams, underscoring the need for enhanced safety measures and collaborative efforts to combat online fraud effectively. 13 April 2024 – Shopee has emerged as a top performer in the E-commerce Marketplace Transaction Safety Ratings (TSR), achieving a full four ticks alongside industry giants like Amazon, Lazada,...
South Korea to Host Global AI Safety Summit, Building on Bletchley Declaration
South Korea is set to host the second global AI safety summit, continuing the collaborative efforts initiated by the “Bletchley Declaration” to address AI safety concerns and establish global norms for governance. 13 April 2024 – South Korea is set to host the second global AI safety summit on May 21-22, following in the footsteps of Britain’s inaugural event held at Bletchley Park six months prior. Government...
Huawei Teases Mystery Smartphone Launch Amid Speculation Over P70 Successor
Huawei teases the launch of a mystery smartphone, fueling speculation about the successor to its P series, as the company aims to maintain momentum following the success of its Mate 60 series. 13 April 2024 – Chinese technology giant Huaweihas ignited excitement among consumers by opening registrations for an upcoming smartphone model, sparking speculation about the highly anticipated successor to its renowned P series. With...
Kaspersky VPN Earns AV-TEST Approval with Remarkable Performance Surge
Kaspersky VPN receives ‘Approved’ certificate from AV-TEST, boasting a remarkable 355% improvement in overseas upload speeds, alongside praise for its extensive server network and robust privacy features. 13 April 2024 – In a recent evaluation conducted by AV-TEST, an independent testing organization, Kaspersky VPN has been awarded the coveted ‘Approved’ certificate, marking its effectiveness as a leading...
Malaysia Pressures Meta and TikTok to Intensify Monitoring Amidst Spike in Harmful Social Media Content
Malaysia urges Meta and TikTok to increase monitoring due to a surge in harmful social media content, with a sharp rise in cases reported to these platforms in the first quarter of 2024. Concerns are raised over content related to sensitive topics like race, religion, and royalty. 9 April 2024 – Malaysia has called upon Meta, the operator of Facebook, and TikTok to heighten their monitoring efforts on their platforms following a...
Kaspersky Reports Surge in Data-Stealing Malware Sparks Cybersecurity Alarm
Kaspersky’s report highlights a substantial increase in data-stealing malware incidents, with nearly 10 million devices compromised in 2023 alone, necessitating heightened cybersecurity measures. 8 April 2024 – In a recent report by Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence, findings indicate a troubling escalation in data-stealing malware incidents, with nearly 10 million devices compromised in 2023 alone. Drawing from...
Samsung and HTX Forge Partnership to Enhance Public Safety and Cybersecurity in Singapore Through Technological Innovation
Samsung Electronics Singapore and HTX partner to advance public safety in Singapore through technological innovation, focusing on cybersecurity, frontline operations augmentation, and next-generation mobility solutions. The collaboration aims to empower law enforcement agencies with future-ready tools and mitigate evolving challenges. 5 April 2024 – Samsung Electronics Singapore and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency)...
Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Forge Partnership to Establish $200 Million AI Center in Central Java
Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison are teaming up to build a $200 million AI center in Central Java, aimed at advancing technological innovation in Indonesia. The center, to be located in Surakarta city, will focus on telecommunication infrastructure and human resource development, contributing to the region’s AI ecosystem. 4 April 2024 – Nvidia, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, and PT Indosat...
Google Mulls Premium Features for AI-Powered Search Engine Amid Push for Monetization
Google, under Alphabet Inc., is reportedly exploring the introduction of premium features for its AI-powered search engine, aiming to monetize its core products and stay competitive in the AI space. Despite potential subscription-based enhancements, Google assures that its traditional search engine will remain free with ads, amidst competition from industry giants like OpenAI and Microsoft. 4 April 2024 – Google, a subsidiary of...
Apple Inc. Explores Entry into Personal Robotics Market
Apple Inc. is exploring entry into the personal robotics market, with plans for mobile robots and advanced tabletop devices, aiming to diversify revenue streams and maintain its innovative edge. The move reflects Apple’s strategic focus on emerging markets and technological advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning. 4 April 2024 – Apple Inc., renowned for its technological innovations, is venturing into...
Brother International Malaysia Supports Cancer Screening and Care Initiatives with RM20,000 Donation to NCSM
Brother International Malaysia has donated RM20,000 to the National Cancer Society Malaysia, aiding breast screenings for 40 underprivileged women and covering operating costs for the NCSM’s Children’s Home of Hope. This contribution reflects Brother Malaysia’s commitment to promoting well-being and empowering communities, particularly in the fight against breast cancer. 4 April 2024 – Brother International...
Sophos and Tenable Join Forces to Launch Managed Risk Service, Strengthening Cybersecurity Defenses Against Evolving Threats
Sophos and Tenable have collaborated to introduce Sophos Managed Risk, a cutting-edge service aimed at bolstering cybersecurity defenses by combining expertise in security operations and exposure management technology. This innovative solution provides continuous risk monitoring and proactive threat prevention, empowering organizations to effectively manage vulnerabilities and protect against evolving cyber threats. 4 April 2024...
Microsoft and Quantinuum Make Breakthrough in Quantum Computing Reliability, Paving the Way for Commercialization
Microsoft and Quantinuum achieve a breakthrough in quantum computing by enhancing reliability through innovative error-correction techniques. This advancement brings commercial quantum computing closer to reality, with potential implications for various industries seeking unprecedented computational capabilities. 3 April 2024 – Microsoft (MSFT.O) and Quantinuum announced a significant advancement in quantum computing technology,...
