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ST Telemedia to build another Singapore data centre amidst growing cloud demand
Its seventh such facility in Singapore, the data centre will be STT Telemedia Global Data Centres' largest in the country, spanning 27,000 square metres and touting a load capacity of more than 30 megawatt.
Singapore banks offered $21M in funds to boost cybersecurity capabilities
Monetary Authority of Singapore is dishing out S$30 million (US$21.88 million) in a new grant to help local financial institutions boost their cybersecurity operations and skillsets, funding up to half of such expenses.
Go-Jek releases beta ride-sharing app to kick off Singapore launch
Indonesian ride-sharing platform launches beta version of its mobile app, marking the start of of its anticipated entry into the Singapore market, where it looks to challenge incumbent Grab.
Singapore State Courts' digital files accessed illegally due to system loophole
A loophole in its criminal case filing system has resulted in 223 State Courts electronic documents to be accessed without authorisation, enabling accused persons to view court documents in other case files.
Singapore ISPs ordered to block access to TV boxes preloaded with content apps
Country's High Court has dished out orders for local internet service providers to cut off access to illicit streaming devices, many of which are Android TV boxes preloaded with applications that let users watch pirated content.
APAC firms will need more soft skills as AI emerges in workforce
Philosophers and psychologists may be needed in future corporate workspaces as businesses will need skills that machines and artificial intelligence cannot easily replace.
Singapore to collaborate with Canada, US on cybersecurity
Singapore government has inked partnership agreements with both countries that encompass data sharing as well as joint technical certification programmes and capacity building initiatives.
Singapore to spend $10M on new urban technology
Singapore government has earmarked S$14 million (US$10.19 million) over three years to fund the development of smart estates and modern technology, such as energy efficient applications.
UOB claims region's first real-time cross-border mobile number funds transfer
The Singaporean bank sent payments between bank accounts linked to mobile phone numbers.
Singapore moots creation of template sandboxes to ease fintech approval process
Monetary Authority of Singapore has provided a consultation paper detailing pre-defined sandboxes that it says will complement existing fintech regulatory sandboxes and enable businesses to more quickly embark on experiments.
Singapore, China to collaborate on fintech initiatives
Central banks from both countries have inked an agreement to jointly work on fintech innovation projects, research, and regulations, whilst two companies from both countries will collaborate on cross-border services.
StarHub still leaning on enterprise for growth
StarHub net profit fell by 16 percent to SG$185 million, as the carrier increasingly relies on its enterprise segment for revenue growth as mobile and pay TV drop.
Singapore Airlines employees urged to innovate, fail without fear
Through its digital innovation lab, airline carrier hopes to encourage the development--and even failure--of new ideas to improve service levels, without any concerns of how it will impact employees' career postures.
Singtel earnings slide across mobile, fixed, security
Singtel's first-half revenue was down across mobile services, data and internet, fixed voice, and ICT, but up across sale of equipment, digital businesses, and pay TV.
M1 CEO to retire with buyout talks hanging overhead
Karen Kooi Lee Wah is set to retire next month and pave the way for Pareteum Asia CEO Manjot Singh Mann to take over the helm at the Singapore telco, which has been in the middle of buyout discussions involving its shareholders.
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.
Dyson to build electric vehicle plant in Singapore
Dyson has announced plans to build a manufacturing plant in Singapore dedicated to producing electric vehicles, marking the first of such facilities for the UK company.
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
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