Category: Technology

Automated robot attacks rose by 146% in 2022, emphasizing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures.SINGAPORE: A report by local data analysis firm LexisNexis has revealed a dramatic surge in cyberattacks in Singapore, with 32 million incidents recorded last year. This spike is closely tied to the rapid increase in digital transactions, creating opportunities for …

As Southeast Asia drafts its AI governance, workers share concerns over jobs, creativity, and privacy in an evolving digital landscape.SINGAPORE – For freelance animator Denise Yap, artificial intelligence (AI) presents both inspiration and anxiety. Tools like Midjourney and Stable Diffusion have revolutionized digital art, enabling the rapid creation of innovative visuals. Yet, Ms. Yap laments …

Project Orchid identifies key infrastructure for digital currencies, focusing on CBDCs, stablecoins, and seamless transaction systems.SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) outlined foundational elements for a future driven by digital currencies on Thursday (Nov 16), unveiling critical infrastructure as part of its ambitious Project Orchid. These four components—a settlement ledger, tokenisation bridge, programmability protocol, …

Southeast Asia is becoming a dumping ground for outdated air conditioners, but stronger regulations could reverse the trend and benefit both wallets and the environment.JAKARTA: As temperatures soar across Southeast Asia, demand for air conditioners has skyrocketed. For technicians like 25-year-old Riki in Jakarta, this means up to 12 service calls daily—double his usual workload. …

Over 2,000 tonnes of ash and non-incinerable waste are sent to Singapore's only landfill daily, threatening to fill it by 2035.SINGAPORE: Semakau, Singapore’s only landfill, is now more than half full, raising alarms among environmental experts who stress the urgent need to reduce waste production. The sprawling 350-hectare site, equivalent to over 650 football fields …

The suspects allegedly facilitated a series of scams by sharing banking credentials and Singpass information for monetary gain.SINGAPORE: In a major crackdown on banking-related malware scams, authorities in Singapore have arrested 11 men and one woman, ranging in age from 17 to 40, for their involvement in facilitating a series of cybercrimes. The arrests followed …

New entity to aggregate gas demand from power companies, aiming to reduce volatility and ensure supply security.SINGAPORE: In a bid to mitigate extreme fluctuations in electricity prices driven by energy shortages, the Singapore government will introduce an entity to centralise the procurement and supply of gas for the power sector.Currently, each power generation company (genco) …

Robot manufacturers acknowledge challenges but see potential for transformative adoption across sectors.SINGAPORE: Amid a persistent manpower crunch, Singapore is turning to robotics to alleviate labor shortages and attract young talent into critical industries. Robots are being deployed to assist in physically demanding roles, from healthcare to construction, while offering new career paths for the next …

Southeast Asia's first bullet train connects Jakarta and Bandung in just 45 minutes but raises questions about long-term viability.Indonesia’s ambitious high-speed railway, a multibillion-dollar project under China’s Belt and Road Initiative, has launched to much fanfare. The "Whoosh" train, reaching speeds of up to 350km/h, promises a swift 45-minute journey between Jakarta and Bandung. However, …

AI's transformative potential in addressing urgent climate challenges and driving sustainable solutions.SINGAPORE: As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, its potential to combat the pressing challenge of climate change is becoming increasingly evident. From predicting extreme weather to improving energy efficiency, AI is emerging as a critical tool in the global fight against environmental crises.With …