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Singapore Blockchain body and China’s AntChain to promote adoption in ASEAN

Singapore Blockchain body and China’s AntChain to promote adoption in ASEAN

The partnership aims to foster more blockchain innovations to contribute to the growth and transformation of businesses and industries.
Nov 9 2021 10:01AM
Inmarsat to launch first I-6 dual-payload satellite in December

Inmarsat to launch first I-6 dual-payload satellite in December

The new satellite will provide a platform for Industrial IOT to develop further by further boosting network capacity and resilience
Nov 8 2021 11:56AM
Ten pressure tactics by ransomware attackers

Ten pressure tactics by ransomware attackers

The new pressure tactics highlight the shift in ransomware pressure techniques from solely encrypting data to including other pain points, such as harassing employees.
Nov 8 2021 11:52AM
Indonesia’s BRI Agro chooses Google Cloud as primary cloud provider

Indonesia’s BRI Agro chooses Google Cloud as primary cloud provider

The bank aims to improve business agility and data analytics capabilities to benefit millions in Indonesia’s gig economy
Nov 8 2021 11:46AM
Dell provides technology financing solutions for Singapore-based customers

Dell provides technology financing solutions for Singapore-based customers

Dell’s payment solutions are also available in the United States, Mexico, Canada and Europe.
Nov 4 2021 9:40PM
Digital Realty and Mitsubishi launch first dual-site data centres in Japan

Digital Realty and Mitsubishi launch first dual-site data centres in Japan

The joint venture aims to remove legacy barriers to digital transformation by aligning the hybrid IT and security considerations of multinational enterprises.
Nov 4 2021 9:34PM
Digital Technologies will boost several industries in Vietnam – from manufacturing to education

Digital Technologies will boost several industries in Vietnam – from manufacturing to education

From a demographic perspective, 70% of the country’s population is under 35. This large segment will be a key driver of digital adoption in the years to come.
Nov 4 2021 9:21PM
A single vendor approach to Cloud hinders business performance and digital transformation

A single vendor approach to Cloud hinders business performance and digital transformation

IBM study finds that only 1% of respondents in the electronics, insurance, manufacturing, telco, transportation and travel industries reported using a single private or public cloud in 2021.
Nov 1 2021 11:29PM
Commercial UAVS can halve carbon footprint of urban freight transport

Commercial UAVS can halve carbon footprint of urban freight transport

UAVs have the potential to benefit both APAC businesses and non-commercial entities.
Nov 1 2021 11:24PM
Why renaming to Meta won’t fix Facebook’s problems

Why renaming to Meta won’t fix Facebook’s problems

Forrester found that only less than half — or 41% — of adults surveyed say they trust Facebook.
Nov 1 2021 11:04PM
Almost half of APAC firms will make ‘Anywhere Work’ permanent, says Forrester

Almost half of APAC firms will make ‘Anywhere Work’ permanent, says Forrester

This number is however still lower than the global average as it is difficult for certain industries, such as manufacturing, to work remote.
Nov 1 2021 8:08AM
Lindsay Australia guarantees timely freight deliveries by using the cloud

Lindsay Australia guarantees timely freight deliveries by using the cloud

Smooth link speeds and the ability to track their goods accurately ensures that the expert coordination and management needed to deliver fresh seafood and produce is maintained.
Oct 29 2021 2:34PM
Keysight installs solar panels at its largest site in Malaysia

Keysight installs solar panels at its largest site in Malaysia

The solar panel installation is expected to reduce approximately 5,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions in the first year and more than 95,000 metric tons over 20 years.
Oct 29 2021 8:24AM
PLDT builds first hyperscale data centre in the Philippines

PLDT builds first hyperscale data centre in the Philippines

The new green facility will serve growing hyperscale demand in the country’s enterprise sector.
Oct 28 2021 8:34AM
SAS appoints Lim Hsin Yin as Managing Director for Singapore

SAS appoints Lim Hsin Yin as Managing Director for Singapore

Lim has previously held leadership positions at Dell Technologies, Avaya and IBM.
Oct 28 2021 8:09AM
Indonesia aims to narrow Digital Literacy Gap across Bali

Indonesia aims to narrow Digital Literacy Gap across Bali

The initiative aims to provide Bali’s 3.4 million Internet users with the skills to increase productivity, add value to businesses and improve economic welfare.
Oct 27 2021 8:12AM
Thailand’s postal services test drones to deliver medicines

Thailand’s postal services test drones to deliver medicines

The new services enable difficult-to-reach locations, such as flood prone areas, to continue to receive essential items.
Oct 27 2021 8:11AM
Should APAC businesses start moving to Zero Trust now?

Should APAC businesses start moving to Zero Trust now?

The Zero Trust framework will enable an organisation to have full visibility of their networks and detect any unusual activity in a timely manner.
Oct 25 2021 9:07AM
Digital Edge launches first self-built data centre in Osaka Japan

Digital Edge launches first self-built data centre in Osaka Japan

The newly constructed facility will bring significant retail co-location capacity to Western Japan.
Oct 25 2021 5:35AM
Singapore conducts public sector 5G trials at Sentosa island

Singapore conducts public sector 5G trials at Sentosa island

5G@Sentosa testbed aims to catalyse large-scale adoption of 5G by government agencies and develop Singapore’s 5G eco-system ahead of nationwide 5G rollout in 2025.
Oct 25 2021 5:30AM