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AI’s Winners and Losers: Big Tech Surges, Legacy Software Falters
DBS warns AI is fueling Big Tech’s gains while squeezing enterprise software and IT services
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The AI Battleground: How Southeast Asia Is Forging a New Path Between Open and Closed Models
As the US and China clash over the future of AI, countries like Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia have emerged as testbeds for both visions
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The Man Behind Unitree: Insights on AI, Adoption, and Growth
As China’s humanoid industry enters the spotlight, these translated pieces with Unitree’s founder share candid thoughts on technology, and what it will…
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Singapore Redefines Longevity Through Biotech Bets
Rapidly aging Singapore is pouring money into research and global partnerships as part of efforts to delay frailty and extend the years lived in good…
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How India Made Quick Commerce a Way of Life
India’s quick commerce market now sees 4.45M daily orders. Discover the factors driving its explosive growth and the challenges ahead.
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Is Southeast Asia ready for an AI data center surge?
Malaysia and Indonesia are spearheading the regional push for AI-capable data centers, but power shortages, increasing costs, and environmental concerns…
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July 2025

Meet MiniMax: The Chinese Tech Company Touted by Jensen Huang That’s Headed for an IPO
How a Quiet Contender Became One of China’s Most Watched AI Firms
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miHoYo: The Chinese Gaming Studio That Caught Jensen Huang’s Eye
A 2019 profile traces how three anime-loving engineers turned a student startup into one of China’s most ambitious gaming studios
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On-demand Streaming Showdown: The Battle for Southeast Asia’s Eyeballs
Localized content, pricing and long-term staying power will determine who wins the hearts and screens of half a billion internet users
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Indonesia’s digital lending is growing fast, but so are the risks
Recent P2P platform collapses raise urgent questions about risk and regulation
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This 3rd-Gen Kuok Is Transforming the Family Empire With a $10B AI Bet
Kuok Meng Wei, a Stanford-educated engineer and grandson of Malaysia’s richest man, is betting big on Southeast Asia’s digital future by building data…
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The New Dynasty: China’s Rise as a Gaming Superpower
From the shadows of the East, Chinese developers are crafting the next generation of gaming masterpieces, redefining the Triple-A single-player…
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