PayPal lets US travellers pay QR merchants in China
about 1 hour agoThe new link gives US travellers a simpler way to pay in mainland China, where QR code wallets dominate everyday shopping and dining.
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Vietnam's economic corridors reshape property market
Investment is shifting beyond Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City as transport links and industrial growth redraw Vietnam's property map.
Autonomous AI agents hit Asian government in four-day breach
Up to 85 government accounts were compromised in a four-day campaign that also reached nuclear and energy organisations, researchers said.
Revolut adds foodpanda & ChatGPT Go perks in Singapore
Eligible Singapore users will get dining and AI perks as Revolut tries to make paid plans more compelling against rivals.
Selangor platform tops 100,000 entrepreneurs in boost
The milestone underlines Selangor's push to widen digital support, financing and training for micro-businesses across the state.
Cashi launches stablecoin Visa card in public beta
Users in more than 100 countries can now spend USDT or USDC through a virtual Visa card as Cashi begins its public beta.
ITSEC launches cybersecurity & AI academy in Jakarta
Indonesia's digital skills gap is fuelling demand for practical cyber and AI training, as firms struggle to hire workers.
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Tech reinvent as Hejaz teases 'Wahda' superapp launch
Weeks before a planned August debut, the app aims to entice more than 2 billion Muslims with chat, video and faith-based AI tools.
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Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is
Hackers are already stockpiling encrypted data for Q-Day, when quantum machines could break RSA and ECC in minutes.
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Geotab using telematics and AI to reshape fleet management
Rising fuel costs and safety risks are pushing fleet operators to use Geotab telematics to cut idling, reroute trips and monitor fatigue.
Fri, 5th Jun 2026
AI use in life sciences focused on augmentation - for now
AI in life sciences is boosting workflows rather than replacing scientists, as firms navigate regulation, data risks and uneven adoption across markets.
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QSIC launches Playbook for store-level campaign planning
The tool aims to give retailers and brands clearer proof of sales impact before spending on in-store media, using store-level data and forecasts.
WP Engine opens Smart Search AI to all WordPress sites
Search on WordPress sites could get sharper results as WP Engine widens its semantic tool beyond hosting customers, aiming to lift conversions.
South East Asia & India launch loyalty industry body
The new body seeks to help brands retain customers as Asia-Pacific loyalty spending is forecast to reach USD $141.8 billion by 2030.
me&u launches reservations platform with Aria partnership
The launch could help venues cut supplier sprawl and recognise returning diners across bookings, orders and events in one system.
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Sofiah Nichole Salivio
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Sofiah Nichole has balanced a dual passion for technical precision and the written word since 2017. Before diving into the world of Civil Engineering, she spent years navigating school press conferences and contributing to university publications, honing her skills as a versatile staff writer. Outside of her engineering labs, you can find her advocating for student voices and looking for the next great story to tell. She believes that whether you are building a bridge or a news report, the foundation must be rock solid.
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Interview Editor
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Damian Seeto
Gaming Contributor
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Darren Price
Consumer & Gaming Writer
Darren Price has been playing video games and messing with technology for 45 years. For the last fifteen years he’s been writing about games and tech, as well. He hates sport, but loves sports video games - which he puts down to a mixture of being annoyingly contrary and extremely lazy. Whilst he is completely tone deaf, he considers Rock Band to be his guilty pleasure. A geek from way back, Darren builds his own computers, collects comic books, owns several lightsabers and is a sucker for video-gaming merchandise.
David Shilovsky
Interview Editor
David joins us from a primarly sports reporting background, but has a keen interest across all facets of technology, especially any Apple product, the latest in OLED televisions and gaming consoles. He brings significant editorial experience to the role, with various digital and print publications on his CV. In his spare time, David enjoys watching or playing sport, playing video games and checking out live music.
Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
Infios named a leader in IDC MarketScape assessments
Rising fulfilment complexity is pushing manufacturers and retailers towards AI tools that can route stock, orders and delivery promises more effectively.
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Blue Yonder unveils AI tools & sustainability findings
Supply chain leaders are under pressure as Blue Yonder's survey finds sustainability slipping down priorities despite mounting climate and inflation risks.
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China's commerce models reshape retail worldwide, NIQ says
Asia Pacific is driving a retail shift as live, social and quick commerce from China spread into shopping habits worldwide.
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Broadcom adds AI security tools to VMware private cloud
Private cloud operators may cut hardware costs by a third as Broadcom folds AI-assisted threat prevention and API security into VMware tools.
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