Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaVietnam, Singapore Should Combine Semiconductor StrengthsVietnam and Singapore can leverage complementary strengths in technology, talent, manufacturing and research to build a more integrated and globally competitive ASEAN semiconductor ecosystem. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·22 August 2026
TresconMalaysia's AI Future Takes Centre Stage as World AI Show Returns for Its 48th Global EditionWorld AI Show Malaysia returns for its 48th Global Edition on 9–10 September 2026 at DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, convening the policymakers, enterprise leaders, technology pioneers, investors, and innovators who are shaping the country's next chapter of AI-led growth.Reeha Haris, Media & PR Executive·21 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostChina’s telecoms giants bet on ‘token factories’ as AI drives revenue growthChina’s three state-owned telecoms giants have made billable artificial intelligence tokens a key focus of their growth strategies, as AI adoption accelerates across the country and computing demand soars. China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom all pointed to AI and computing operations as key growth drivers in their first-half financial disclosures released this month, presenting usage of tokens – the fundamental unit of data processed by AI models – as a central metric alongside others.. (opens original source in a new tab)Richard Chen,Christina Zhao·21 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)Rest of WorldA dumpling shop becomes a poster child of AI adoption in ChinaBusiness owner quotes Deng Xiaoping as motivator: “Science and technology are a primary productive force.” (opens original source in a new tab)Viola Zhou·21 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostAlibaba signals faster AI payoff, margin gains halfway through US$56 billion capex planAlibaba Group Holding is expected to further accelerate cloud growth, expand operating margins and achieve faster payback on artificial intelligence investments, analysts say, as the Chinese tech giant reaches the halfway mark of its massive 380 billion yuan (US$56 billion) AI infrastructure spending plan. “The most important incremental message, in our view, is that cloud growth has not yet peaked,” Nomura analysts said in a research note on Friday. The comment followed Alibaba’s Thursday... (opens original source in a new tab)Ann Cao·21 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostChina clears Geely for landmark satellite IoT test to spur commercial space sectorChina has approved its first private-sector commercial trial for satellite Internet of Things (IoT) services, granting a permit to a Geely-backed venture as part of broader efforts to open the country’s burgeoning satellite communications market to private capital. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) granted Zhejiang Geespace Technology, the commercial space subsidiary of electric vehicle giant Geely, a two-year trial period, according to a notice published on the... (opens original source in a new tab)Ben Jiang·21 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaSingapore, India Strengthen Digital Ties on Payments and CybersecuritySingapore and India are deepening digital cooperation across payments, telecom and cybersecurity, while also advancing collaboration in semiconductors, space technology and innovation. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·20 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaIndonesia Uses Digital Network to Open Global Markets for CreatorsIndonesia is partnering with ION to expand global market access for creative products through digital infrastructure, cross-border trade, AI integration and stronger digital business development support. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·20 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaMalaysia Advances Technology and Innovation in Rubber IndustryMalaysia is strengthening its rubber industry through technology, innovation and research partnerships aimed at developing higher-value products and improving global competitiveness. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·20 August 2026
AI & Machine Learning (opens original source in a new tab)MIT Technology ReviewDebates over AI consciousness are a trap“Runaway” AI, “rogue” agents, and “autonomous” actors—the current rhetoric would have you believe that AI agents are not only awake and aware, but angry at their creators. Prominent tech leaders such as Demis Hassabis, Dario Amodei, and Sam Altman push for regulation of these seemingly “superhuman” systems, while a separate faction, led by policy organizations… (opens original source in a new tab)Rumman Chowdhury·20 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostAlibaba’s AI cloud growth surge drives earnings despite soaring tech spendingAlibaba Group Holding on Thursday reported revenue growth of 45 per cent for its cloud and artificial intelligence division in the June quarter, driving adjusted profit to a better-than-expected 27.3 billion yuan (US$4 billion). The company assured investors that its soaring spending on AI infrastructure would pay off, with executives noting in an earnings call that its AI computing investments would break even within three years – or possibly two as gross margins rose. AI Cloud and Compute... (opens original source in a new tab)Ann Cao,Wency Chen·20 August 2026
