Southeast Asia stories - Page 7

A survey of 288 APAC retailers shows strong confidence in customer engagement plans, with loyalty and personalised tools top priorities despite economic challenges.

APAC is leading global tech adoption with advances in robotics, quantum networks, AI, and autonomous mobility, redefining innovation across multiple sectors.

Jet Technologies expands across Southeast Asia, meeting rising demand for digital embellishment, automation and advanced finishing solutions in printing sector.

Despite slower uptake in Western markets, 77% of B2C marketing execs invest in social commerce amid rising global growth and creator-driven shopping trends.

Alibaba Cloud expands in APAC with new data centres in Malaysia, the Philippines, and an AI Global Competency Center in Singapore to boost AI innovation.

Cyberattacks on Thai organisations have surged following a deadly border clash with Cambodia, with hacktivist group AnonSecKh claiming dozens of attacks since March 2025.

IDeaS and SORASO join forces to integrate revenue management tech for over 1,000 hotels, boosting profits and efficiency across Southeast Asia.

Malaysia, Thailand and Japan are set to lead Asia Pacific's data centre growth, with Malaysia improving capacity per capita by 80% by 2030, says Cushman & Wakefield.

Financial institutions in APAC faced a 245% surge in DDoS attacks last year, accounting for 38% of global incidents amid rising digital vulnerabilities.

Accelex has opened a Sydney office to tackle data challenges as Asia-Pacific private equity hits USD $138 billion, its second-highest deal volume in a decade.

Exclusive Networks has appointed Burachai Phaiboonnukulkij as Country Manager for Thailand to lead cybersecurity growth amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.

Ant International has launched the Alipay+ GenAI Cockpit, an AI platform to help fintech firms and super apps develop AI-driven financial services in Asia.

Australian skincare brand Ultra Violette credits its rapid international growth to strong team alignment alongside new NetSuite tech, not just systems alone.

Adjust launches Growth Copilot, an AI-powered tool that helps app marketers quickly access insights and improve efficiency without complex data skills.

A recent webinar highlighted AI's dual role in Southeast Asia's media, enhancing storytelling yet raising concerns over biased algorithms and press freedom.

Organisations in Australia and New Zealand are boosting investment in AI supply chain technologies to enhance resilience, productivity, and meet evolving customer demands.

Forrester warns that US-China tariffs could reduce Asia Pacific tech spending growth in 2025 by 1-2 points, despite strong AI and cloud demand.

GPC Asia Pacific chooses RELEX Solutions to optimise forecasting and replenishment across 600 stores, aiming to improve inventory and product availability.

Gigamon appoints David Land as VP Sales APAC and Nikolas Kalogirou as Country Manager ANZ to boost deep observability across Asia-Pacific markets.

Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette overcame tech hurdles to expand globally, with a webinar set to reveal secrets of its global success on May 8.