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UOB opens Singapore lab to improve digital banking experience
Singapore bank launches Engagement Lab to identify ways to personalise the way it serves customers, tapping artificial intelligence and behavioural insights, and plans to open similar labs across Asean.
Line lists cryptocurrency on Bitbox exchange
Japanese tech vendor puts its digital token Link on its recently launched exchange Bitbox, making it available for trade with three cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether.
CenturyLink to open Singapore SOC with behavioural analytics capabilities
To be operational in January 2019, the new security operations centre (SOC) will be one of eight facilities worldwide and the first to showcase user and entity behavioural analytics to identify insider threats.
Optus acquires cybersecurity company
Optus Cyber Security will wholly acquire Hivint to boost Trustwave's cybersecurity capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region, Singtel has announced.
Google Pixel bets on software, localisation to entice APAC consumers
Available from November 1 in five Asian markets, including Singapore and Taiwan, the latest smartphone release features tighter integration with the vendor's AI-powered apps such as Google Lens Assistant.
Singapore touts open platforms in smart nation drive, acknowledges need to do better in security
New pilots including a drowning detection system are in the works, as the government continues to push its smart nation goal alongside an open, API-driven framework. But it stresses the importance of security in rolling out new services and acknowledges the country needs to do better, particularly, following the SingHealth data breach.
Microsoft buys into Grab as pair focus on big data and AI on Azure
Grab will adopt Microsoft Azure as its preferred cloud platform and Microsoft will make a strategic investment in Grab.
Singapore consumers harbour distrust of e-payment: study
Just half of Singapore consumers rate e-wallets and payment apps as adequately secure and 65 percent say likewise for mobile banking apps, reveals study, indicating the lowest confidence level amongst six Asian markets.
StarHub to slash 300 jobs in 'strategic transformation'
Citing pressures from "intense local competition", the Singapore telco says it has embarked on an "operational efficiency" plan to improve productivity and lower operating expenditure across the organisation.
Singtel unveils cross-border payments system Via
Singtel Dash will be combined with AIS Global Pay and Rabbit Line Pay to enable QR code-based mobile payments across Singapore and Thailand in partnership with AIS and Kasikornbank.
Singapore looks to reengineer government IT systems with cloud, tech stack
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong outlines the government's plans to migrate some of its systems to the cloud and build a suite of standardised software components that can be used to more quickly develop new applications.
Deliveroo extends subscription service to Singapore, offering unlimited free delivery
At S$10.9 a month, the subscription service offers unlimited free delivery and member discounts, says the UK-based food delivery operator, which first trialled the service in its home market last year.
Singapore, Facebook launch programme for startups focused on data
Facebook is partnering Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority on a six-month programme to offer support, including co-working space and mentorship, for startups that focus on data-driven technologies.
M1 receives $1.4B buyout offer from current shareholders
M1 shareholders Keppel Corp and Singapore Press Holdings have made a joint offer to buy out the remaining shares in the Singapore telco for an estimated S$1.91 billion (US$1.4 billion).
Singapore fines Grab-Uber $9.5M over 'anti-competitive' merger
Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore says ride-sharing operator Grab adopted anti-competitive actions following its merger with Uber's regional operations, and fines each company more than S$6 million for the infringement.
BlackBerry opens Expert Center in Singapore
Research In Motion steps up customer service investment with a dedicated after-sales service center in Singapore--its second in Asia, after Indonesia which has 56 such facilities--ahead of next month's BlackBerry 10 launch.
DBS Bank transforms customer experience with tech
The Singapore bank's latest branch taps technology to improve customer service, providing a more interactive and intuitive experience, say DBS execs.
Singapore still hungry for iPhone, but buzz lacking
While there was no midnight launch this time for the Apple iPhone 5 as with previous handsets, some customers still queued up half a day before the device was made available at 8 a.m.
Facebook gives local flavor to Singapore office
Social networking company shows off its Singapore office which recreates an old-time coffeeshop ambience and industrial-looking workspace.
Singapore uni develops cloud-based multiscreen TV tech
Nanyang Technological University shows prototype of TV content distribution via cloud-based technology with added social functionalities.
Singapore startups embrace local culture
Ahead of Aug. 9 national day celebrations, ZDNet Asia speaks with five local startups which showcase Singapore's culture through their recent products.
Convergence in reality
The first day of the imbX2007 saw vendors from across Asia and beyond showcasing a wide range of technologies, from new mobile handsets to biometrics for immigration.
Sneak peek: imbX2007
South Korea makes a big show at Asia's mega infocomm trade show this week.
Singapore looks to reengineer government IT systems with cloud, tech stack
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong outlines the government's plans to migrate some of its systems to the cloud and build a suite of standardised software components that can be used to more quickly develop new applications.
Singtel unveils cross-border payments system Via
Singtel Dash will be combined with AIS Global Pay and Rabbit Line Pay to enable QR code-based mobile payments across Singapore and Thailand in partnership with AIS and Kasikornbank.
Singapore to offer bug bounty and set up Asean cybersecurity centre
Singapore government will launch a bug bounty initiative by end-2018, when local and international hackers will be invited to test systems for vulnerabilities, as well as a cybersecurity hub next year to facilitate collaboration and training efforts amongst Asean country members.
SingHealth data breach reveals several 'inadequate' security measures
Investigation into the July 2018 incident reveals tardiness in raising the alarm, use of weak administrative passwords, and an unpatched workstation that enabled hackers to breach the system as early as August last year.
Singtel 4G network hits 1.5Gbps speeds
Singtel and Ericsson have announced reaching peak 4G LTE speeds of 1.5Gbps, with plans to gradually deploy the technology as compatible smartphones become available in 2019.
Singapore payments vendor creates partnership with UnionPay
Network for Electronic Transfers of Singapore has inked an agreement with China's UnionPay to enable consumers to scan and pay for purchases at 7.5 million participating merchants worldwide.
Facebook building $1b Singapore datacentre
To be operational in 2022, the new facility will span 11 storeys and see the social media company invest S$1.4 billion ($1.02 billion) in the country. Read more: https://zd.net/2wOGei9
M1 posts SG$71m net profit for first half
Singaporean mobile carrier M1 has published its first-half financial results to June 30, revealing half-year net profit of SG$71 million and the loss of 80,000 mobile customers over the past year. Read more: https://zd.net/2K7MlBZ
SingHealth data breach affects 1.5m patients including Singapore PM
SingHealth has said it has notified more than 700,000 patients impacted by the security incident, after revealing last week that non-medical personal details of 1.5 million patients were accessed and copied. Read more: https://zd.net/2JEDqI8
Grab and NUS establish $4.4m AI lab for urban transport
National University of Singapore (NUS) and ride-sharing operator Grab have set up an AI laboratory to study transport patterns across Southeast Asia and develop applications to "transform" urban transport. Read more: https://zd.net/2JDvs24
Line to launch cryptocurrency exchange in Singapore
Slated to be available in July, the exchange will offer at least 30 cryptocurrencies globally -- excluding Japan and the US -- and support 15 languages, including Korean and English. Read more: https://zd.net/2KtWflP
Toyota to invest $1b in SEA ride-sharing operator Grab
Toyota Motor has agreed to invest US$1 billion in Southeast Asian ride-sharing operator Grab Holdings, with the funds to facilitate further development in connected cars and mobility.
Singapore and India form joint working group for fintech opportunities
The two Asian countries, which already have partnered on cross-border payment services, will create a joint working group to explore opportunities for further collaboration in fintech. Read more: https://zd.net/2xBVWzX
Singtel Group climbs above 700 million mobile customers
Singtel has announced reaching 706 million mobile customers across its global brands during the 2017-18 financial year, up from the 638.1 million announced a year ago. Read more: https://zd.net/2rLmARI
Google Home comes to Singapore
Google is launching a Singapore version of its online store and bringing its range of smart speakers to the city-state. Read more: https://zd.net/2H7ImVx
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