Asia stories - Page 2

As World Backup Day nears on 31 March, experts stress the urgency for businesses to modernise data resilience amid rising AI reliance and cybersecurity threats.

Bruce Security launches advanced Security Operations Center and Managed Detection and Response services in Asia, enhancing cyber protection for businesses.

Kaspersky has been praised by VDC Research for its significant role in the Operational Technology cybersecurity market, particularly in Asia and Europe.

Nexxen has appointed Masatsune Shironishi as Vice President and Country Manager for Japan, aiming to enhance its expansion in the Asian market.

FreakOut has teamed up with Neurons to enhance digital advertising in Asia, integrating predictive AI to improve ad effectiveness and consumer engagement.

Manulife reports that over 75% of its global workforce is now utilising its GenAI tools, including the newly launched ChatMFC, enhancing efficiency and innovation.

Calastone has revealed that tokenisation could save the asset management sector over USD $135 billion, significantly enhancing efficiency in fund operations.

The Trusted Connectivity Alliance reports eSIM shipments surpassed 503 million in 2024, marking a 35% rise, driven by strong consumer demand and new devices.

IDeaS has unveiled an API data integration developer portal aimed at boosting collaboration among hospitality technology providers and streamlining connections.

As International Women's Day approaches, tech leaders are advocating for gender equality, pushing for inclusive environments within the industry.

Telehouse Thailand, HGC Global Communications, and AMS-IX have launched a new transmission infrastructure to enhance connectivity between Bangkok and London.

QBE Asia has appointed Ronak Shah as Chief Executive Officer of Wholesale Markets Asia, effective 1 March 2025, to strengthen its reinsurance operations across the region.

PagerDuty has launched its Agentic AI features in Asia, aiming to boost enterprise digital operations efficiency and reduce costs while enhancing customer satisfaction.

Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.

A new study by Hitachi Vantara reveals Asia is at the forefront of AI adoption, but data quality and security issues threaten its ongoing progress.

The European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act will take effect on 2nd February, banning high-risk AI uses like facial recognition and social scoring.

Gallagher Security Asia has secured top honours at the Greater Bay Area ESG Achievement Awards 2024, recognising its dedication to sustainability and ESG principles.

FedEx team members in the Asia Pacific have volunteered over 1,000 hours, donating 3,600 kg of essential supplies to support local communities.

DE-CIX has shattered records in 2024 with a staggering 68 exabytes of data traffic exchanged globally, marking a 15% increase from last year.

NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.