Alibaba Cloud and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), have announced a strategic partnership to help accelerate the digital transformation of up to 3,000 local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and digital solutions providers through the adoption of cloud technologies and artificial intelligence (AI).
The Alibaba Cloud Digital Accelerator Programme was launched by...
ST Engineering and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) have jointly announced the launch of a new programme to enhance cyber resilience and cybersecurity awareness of Singapore’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
The SME CyberResilience programme supports the Digital Enterprise Blueprint ambition to equip SMEs to be safer through improved cyber resilience and power the...
Digital transformation is quickly becoming essential across Malaysia’s diverse economic sectors, from agriculture to manufacturing and services. Enterprises of all sizes are recognising that digital tools are not just optional, but critical for resilience, competitiveness, and sustainable growth.
While challenges persist, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which account...
Amazon Global Selling (AGS) has shared the results of a report, The E-commerce Revolution in ASEAN, about the opportunities and challenges faced by micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the ASEAN-6 countries—Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines—as they navigate the expanding global e-commerce landscape.According to the...
The ASEAN Foundation, in collaboration with TikTok Shop, has launched the ASEAN SOAR (Supporting Our Artisans and Retailers) Together program.
This initiative aims to empower 50 selected Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across ASEAN by providing tailored support in digital business that enables them to thrive and stand out in the global economy.
As...
Lifetrack Medical Systems is a heath tech company in the medical imaging space, whose key software product is tailored for radiologists within the healthcare sector. Established in 2012 by Dr Eric Schulze, an American radiologist residing in Manila, the company transitioned its corporate headquarters to Singapore in 2019.
Since the...
Cyber threats, once limited to spam emails and basic malware, have evolved into highly unpredictable and sophisticated attacks. Since its introduction to the public, artificial intelligence (AI) has already been reshaping every aspect of the cybersecurity space, enabling both defenders and cybercriminals to operate with unprecedented efficiency.
From AI-powered cyberattacks...
DHL Global Forwarding (DHL) said that road freight will continue to play an important and increased role in Southeast Asia, as companies look to build more resilient supply chains.
In a white paper titled "Highway to the Future: Navigating the Road Freight Opportunities in Southeast Asia", DHL outlines the role...
The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) has released the National Business Survey (NBS) 2024 – Annual Business Sentiments Edition, revealing a more positive outlook for the Singapore economy.
According to the survey, 40% of businesses are satisfied with current business climate—a 10%-point increase since mid-2024. More businesses also expect the economy...
Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Mr Lawrence Wong, delivered Singapore’s FY2025 Budget Statement on 18 February 2025, in Parliament. In his opening remarks, Minister Wong highlighted Singapore’s strong recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, but noted that the world was entering a period of greater global uncertainty and downside...
