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How cutting-edge technology is helping mental health
Health Technologies

How cutting-edge technology is helping mental health

SafeWatch is redefining mental health care with its community-focused approach by combining tech, therapy, and support.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Global Stories

Hong Kong stories

Syfe secures USD $27 million in equity funding to boost growth
Unbound

Syfe secures USD $27 million in equity funding to boost growth

Syfe secures USD $27 million in latest funding round, bringing total to USD $79 million, despite Asia's lowest investment levels since 2015.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
FedEx expands International Connect Plus service to new regions
Shipping

FedEx expands International Connect Plus service to new regions

FedEx expands its FedEx International Connect Plus service to new U.S. and European destinations, enhancing cross-border eCommerce solutions for Asia-Pacific e-tailers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Cloudflare Q2 report highlights surge in global DDoS attacks
Unified Communications

Cloudflare Q2 report highlights surge in global DDoS attacks

Cloudflare's Q2 2024 DDoS Threat Report unveiled a 20% rise in DDoS attacks, with 4 million assaults mitigated.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Aleph Group expands global reach with Entravision acquisition
EduTech

Aleph Group expands global reach with Entravision acquisition

Aleph Group has completed its acquisition of Entravision Global Partners, expanding its reach in over 140 countries and enhancing access to key digital platforms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks
Artificial Intelligence

How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks

As cybercriminals exploit AI to amplify attacks, businesses are urged to upgrade legacy systems, integrate AI in security efforts, and enhance real-time threat detection.

By Ashley Diffey • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
NP Digital acquires SearchGuru to bolster APAC market presence
Marketing Technologies

NP Digital acquires SearchGuru to bolster APAC market presence

NP Digital is set to acquire SearchGuru, boosting its APAC presence and enhancing service offerings. This move adds 120 marketers to NP's 270-strong team.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
SevenRooms discusses AI, perks of tech to drive revenue in hospitality
Customer Relationship Management

SevenRooms discusses AI, perks of tech to drive revenue in hospitality

SevenRooms has now formed its first Customer Advisory Board with top hospitality leaders globally to tackle 2024's Future Proofing to Serve up Success.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally
Gaming

UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally

Surge in global deepfake incidents sees UK among the most-targeted nations as Sumsub reports a 245% annual rise, with elections exacerbating the issue.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Hong Kong stories

Equinix invests USD $124 million in new Hong Kong data centre
Hyperscale

Equinix invests USD $124 million in new Hong Kong data centre

Equinix commits USD $124 million to construct its largest Hong Kong data centre, HK6, aiming to bolster digital infrastructure and connectivity in the Greater Bay Area.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Tech Data to distribute Equinix solutions in Singapore & Hong Kong
Software-as-a-Service

Tech Data to distribute Equinix solutions in Singapore & Hong Kong

Tech Data forms a strategic partnership with Equinix, becoming the first distributor of Equinix solutions in Singapore and Hong Kong to deliver robust hybrid multi-cloud solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
DBS to launch Gen AI-powered customer service assistant
Customer Experience

DBS to launch Gen AI-powered customer service assistant

DBS to launch in-house developed Gen AI-powered CSO Assistant by late 2024 to boost customer service efficiency for 250,000+ monthly users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
Felix Fok appointed Director of Global Equities at Jarden Wealth
Job moves

Felix Fok appointed Director of Global Equities at Jarden Wealth

Jarden Wealth appoints Felix Fok as Director of Global Equities. Fok brings 12 years' expertise from Milford Asset Management, enhancing Jarden's client offerings.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
Travel businesses struggle with payments, report reveals
Crypto

Travel businesses struggle with payments, report reveals

Research on the travel industry's payment challenges for 2024 highlights the post-COVID shift in Singapore's customer payment preferences.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
SleekFlow appoints Gao Lei as new CTO to drive tech strategy
EduTech

SleekFlow appoints Gao Lei as new CTO to drive tech strategy

Singapore-based SleekFlow has named Gao Lei, former LinkedIn China CTO, as its new Chief Technology Officer to spearhead tech transformation and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Survey reveals 60% of Singapore workers use AI amidst burnout
Digital Transformation

Survey reveals 60% of Singapore workers use AI amidst burnout

A UiPath survey reveals 60% of Singapore workers use generative AI, positioning Singapore as a top adopter globally amid economic challenges and workload pressures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Rapid digital adoption in Singapore's construction sector
Robotics

Rapid digital adoption in Singapore's construction sector

Autodesk and Deloitte's joint report highlights rapid digital adoption in Singapore's construction sector, with AI playing a crucial role for future growth.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024