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Seeing Machines backs real-time driver impairment checks
Road Safety

Seeing Machines backs real-time driver impairment checks

Real-time in-cabin cameras could better spot impaired drivers than roadside chemical tests, the Australian firm says, as fatigue and drugs blur risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

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AI use in life sciences focused on augmentation - for now
Data Protection

AI use in life sciences focused on augmentation - for now

AI in life sciences is boosting workflows rather than replacing scientists, as firms navigate regulation, data risks and uneven adoption across markets.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • 5 days ago
Anthropic signs SpaceX compute deal, boosts Claude limits
Space Technologies

Anthropic signs SpaceX compute deal, boosts Claude limits

More Claude Code users will get longer sessions as Anthropic taps SpaceX data-centre capacity to ease compute bottlenecks.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Veolia keeps 2026 guidance after steady first quarter
Hyperscale

Veolia keeps 2026 guidance after steady first quarter

Strong cash generation and steady water and energy demand left Veolia on track to meet its 2026 targets after first-quarter sales rose 1.0%.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last week
Rivermate unifies EOR brands into single global platform
Hybrid & Remote Work

Rivermate unifies EOR brands into single global platform

Clients will keep existing contracts as the group folds Eos Global Expansion, Serviap Global and Hightekers EOR operations into Rivermate.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Last month
Creative ITC partners IMSCAD on remote workstation services
Private Cloud

Creative ITC partners IMSCAD on remote workstation services

Rising demand for remote CAD access is driving Creative ITC's joint venture with IMSCAD to serve architecture and engineering firms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Last month
HERE launches navigation on Autopilot for Level 2++
Cartech

HERE launches navigation on Autopilot for Level 2++

Automakers racing to deploy Level 2++ systems abroad need consistent road data, as unfamiliar layouts can still unsettle assisted driving.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
GE Vernova lifts guidance as orders & profit surge
Hyperscale

GE Vernova lifts guidance as orders & profit surge

Stronger demand for gas turbines and grid equipment lifted first-quarter orders, revenue and profit, prompting a higher 2026 outlook.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last month

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Gammon uses Equinix for AI construction push in Asia
Robotics

Gammon uses Equinix for AI construction push in Asia

Construction safety monitoring is set to improve as Gammon's AI platform detected 60% more risk factors than traditional inspections at pilot sites.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago
TP AI debt recovery matches human satisfaction in Asia
Digital Transformation

TP AI debt recovery matches human satisfaction in Asia

Banks in Asia are turning to AI collections tools as rising loan stress puts pressure on recovery rates and customer trust.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 5 days ago
KnowBe4 expands Asia push amid rising email threats
Data Protection

KnowBe4 expands Asia push amid rising email threats

Rising email fraud is driving KnowBe4's regional expansion, as security chiefs warn that AI-made attacks are targeting Asia's businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Deloitte Taiwan & Zodia Custody strike digital pact
Fintech

Deloitte Taiwan & Zodia Custody strike digital pact

Taiwan’s banks and fund managers are getting new digital asset infrastructure as stricter rules push firms to prioritise compliance and custody.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week
Singapore consumers adopt autonomous AI despite trust fears
Data Protection

Singapore consumers adopt autonomous AI despite trust fears

Despite widespread trust and security fears, 15% of Singapore consumers have used autonomous AI in the past six months, EY found.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last week
LemFi names London global HQ in GBP £100m UK pledge
Fintech

LemFi names London global HQ in GBP £100m UK pledge

London will host LemFi's global operations as the fintech plans to hire more staff and expand compliance after pledging GBP £100 million in the UK.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Lalamove beats NEV target three years early in China
Data Protection

Lalamove beats NEV target three years early in China

In China, the delivery platform has lifted new energy vehicle fulfilment above 60%, three years ahead of its 2028 target, cutting emissions.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Singapore firms face AI security incidents despite controls
Data Protection

Singapore firms face AI security incidents despite controls

Half of Singapore organisations with AI security coverage still reported a confirmed or suspected incident, exposing gaps in monitoring and response.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
Ant International courts merchants on AI-led Asia growth
Crypto

Ant International courts merchants on AI-led Asia growth

Asian checkout friction is driving global merchants to Ant International as AI-assisted shopping starts reshaping cross-border payments.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month