CelcomDigi, AmBank join forces to make digital healthcare solutions affordable for Malaysian medical providers

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  • Supports MCMC’s aim to foster a connected healthcare ecosystem
  • To provide healthcare institutions with digital tools to enhance patient care & delivery

CelcomDigi’s CEO, Idham Nawawi (left) together with Fahmi Fadzil, minister of Communications (middle) and Jamie Ling, Group CEO, Ambank Group (Right) at the MoU signing ceremony.

CelcomDigi Berhad has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with AmBank (M) Berhad and AmBank Islamic Berhad for a three-year collaboration to support medical providers with digital healthcare solutions. In a joint statement, the parties noted that the partnership aligns with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission’s strategic initiative to elevate Malaysia’s healthcare system to a global standard and to establish a foundation for a more connected, inclusive, and secure healthcare ecosystem.

As Malaysia advances towards a digitally empowered future, the adoption of digital innovations through this collaboration will accelerate the transformation of the nation’s healthcare system, they added. This will enable predictive, preventive, and precision treatments, enhancing diagnostics, tailoring care to individual needs, and improving clinical outcomes. It will ensure improved healthcare access and strengthened financial support for medical providers nationwide, ensuring that no community is left behind, they said.

The partnership focuses on providing healthcare institutions with advanced digital tools and services designed to enhance patient care and improve healthcare delivery. One of the key innovations is Holomedicine, which leverages the power of mixed reality and artificial intelligence to revolutionise medical education and advance precision medicine practices, making healthcare more efficient and effective.

Another digital healthcare solution includes Smart Medical Assistance Solutions, which comprise Medi-Kiosk, a smart health kiosk that monitors and records vital health metrics; Medi-Doc, an innovative platform that connects users with healthcare professionals anytime and anywhere; and Medi-Scan, a software-based biometric health scan technology that uses AI and computer vision to assess various health indicators from a person’s face, voice, and body movements.

There are also Remote Healthcare Solutions, where patients can benefit from Medi-Scan for remote health assessments, facilitating continuous monitoring and improving healthcare access, particularly in underserved areas.

To support the adoption of these digital healthcare solutions, AmBank will offer a comprehensive suite of financial services, including specialised medical financing, loans, insurance, and payment solutions. This enables healthcare providers to digitalise their operations, ensuring they can deliver the highest level of care to their patients.

“Our partnership with AmBank is an important step forward in making technology, specifically healthcare solutions, more accessible and effective for all Malaysians,” said CelcomDigi’s CEO Idham Nawawi. “By integrating our connectivity technology with digital healthcare solutions, we are making medical services more accessible to Malaysians, ensuring that more people have the opportunity to receive the quality care they deserve. As the nation’s largest network provider, this collaboration allows us to bring inclusive healthcare to all, ensuring quality care reaches everyone, no matter where they are,” he added.

Meanwhile, Jamie Ling, Group CEO of AmBank Group, commented, “This collaboration represents a pivotal moment in our journey to drive innovation within the healthcare sector. The integration of telecommunications and digital infrastructure is essential for expanding access to quality medical services, particularly in underserved areas. Together with CelcomDigi, we are committed to enabling healthcare providers to harness the latest technologies while also ensuring that financing solutions are available to support their needs.”

“We believe this partnership will help reshape healthcare delivery in Malaysia, bringing it into a more connected and efficient future,” he added.

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Zurich Malaysia appoints Pauline Teoh as CEO at Zurich Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad

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  • Brings over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry to the role
  • Highly regarded in the industry, with a proven record of driving business growth

Zurich Malaysia appoints Pauline Teoh as CEO at Zurich Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad

 Zurich Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad (ZLIMB) has announced the appointment of Pauline Teoh (pic) as its new CEO, effective 1 November 2024. In a statement, the firm noted that Teoh brings over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, having held senior leadership roles across the APAC region with leading financial institutions.

Junior Cho, Country CEO/Head of Zurich Malaysia, said, “Teoh’s extensive experience, industry knowledge, and strong leadership skills make her the ideal person to drive ZLIMB’s business growth, diversification, simplification, and innovation. She will report to me and be part of our leadership council to align with the OneZurich approach under Zurich Malaysia.”

“Teoh’s dedication to delivering customer-focused solutions aligns perfectly with Zurich Malaysia’s mission to provide innovative insurance products that meet the evolving needs of Malaysians. We are confident she will play a pivotal role in strengthening ZLIMB’s competitive edge in the insurance sector,” Cho added.

Teoh is highly regarded in the industry, with a proven record in business growth, digital transformation, partnership management, sales and distribution, and financial risk management. She holds a Bachelor of Mathematics in Actuarial Science and Economics from the University of Waterloo, Canada, and is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries.

Commenting on her appointment, Teoh said, “I am honoured to lead ZLIMB and look forward to contributing to the company’s continued success. Zurich Malaysia’s commitment to innovation and customer-centricity resonates with my values, and I am excited to work with the team to deliver best-in-class solutions that care for what matters most to Malaysians, as we create a brighter future together.”

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Huawei uses TSMC loophole to bypass US chip ban – Asia Times

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After a 7-nanometer artificial intelligence ( AI ) chip it produced was discovered in a product of the heavily-sanctioned Huawei Technologies, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co ( TSMC), the world’s largest contract chip manufacturer, was urged to improve its end-user checks. &nbsp, &nbsp,

Republican senator John Moolenaar, who is also the chairman of the House Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), called using TSMC-manufactured chips in Huawei’s AI startups a” catastrophic loss of export control plan.”

In a press release on Wednesday, Moolenaar stated that” AI startups, like the one these cards fueled, are at the forefront of our technology contest with the CCP, and I fear the harm done these will have major implications for our national safety.” &nbsp,

He claimed that Congress needs to receive immediate responses regarding the scope and size of this disaster from both the Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) of the US Commerce Department ( BIS ) and TSMC. He demanded that the US federal take immediate action to prevent this from occurring again.

On October 9, TechInsights, a Canada-based data platform for the semiconductor industry, published a document with the subject” Huawei Ascend 910B AI Trainer – Die Analysis”.

TechInsights reported that it purchased the Huawei Atlas 300T A2 AI education cards, which it believes has the Ascend 910B computer. The media described the Ascend 910B, a second-generation device launched in 2022 following the debut of the original Ascend 910 in 2019, as a 7nm chip produced by the Shanghai-based Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp ( SMIC ).

According to a Reuters report on Wednesday, TechInsights had informed TSMC of the device evaluation prior to publishing its findings, citing an unnamed Chinese trade and economic established. &nbsp, &nbsp,

After discovering that its cards had been discovered in a Huawei goods, the official said TSMC launched an investigation and suspended its supplies to a client in the country in mid-October. The official described the incident as an “important notice event” within TSMC, refusing to publish the lawyer’s title.

According to the official, October 11 is the earliest the affair may be traced back to. The US Commerce Department and the Japanese government were finally informed that the delivery of the chip might indicate a potential infraction of US export restrictions against Huawei. &nbsp,

The US Commerce Department opened an exploration into whether TSMC broke US trade regulations to produce chips for Huawei, according to The Info on October 18. &nbsp,

The incidents ‘ timelines also matched what a Chinese technology columnist said on October 9 in an article titled” Hinduwei will achieve self-sufficiency after TSMC and Huawei split up.”

The journalist claimed that TSMC and Huawei have decided to break up because they will no longer produce chips for the latter, who will then have to produce the country’s 5G and Traverse chips internally. &nbsp,

Ascend 910C

Past media reports revealed that Huawei and SMIC attempted to create Ascend 910B cards by themselves earlier this year, but they failed to produce acceptable results.

The Information revealed on June 25 that Huawei and SMIC encountered challenges in the production of the Ascend 910B as a result of an inadequate supply of chip-making equipment pieces. On June 27, The Chosun Daily in South Korea reported that the production of Ascend 910B is only about 20 %. &nbsp,

Whether Huawei has now given up on this generation is a mystery. However, it appears that Huawei you rely solely on SMIC’s N 2 process to produce 7nm cards, including the upcoming Ascend 910C chips.

The South China Morning Post reported on September 30 that Huawei gave examples of the Ascend 910C to big Chinese client companies for equipment testing and design. It planned to immediately make 70, 000 products of this device, which aims to engage with Nvidia’s H100.

End-user balances

On the basis of national security, the US Commerce Department placed Huawei and its 70 members on its’Entity Record’ in May 2019. Due to diplomatic pressure from the US, the Dutch government in the same year imposed a ban on the exports of ASML’s extreme ultraviolet ( EUV) lithography machines to China.

On September 15, 2020, TSMC stopped producing Kirin cards, resulting in a timer for HiSilicon’s device products.

Reports in the media over the past few years claimed Huawei used SMIC’s N 2 process to create 7nm Kirin 9000S bits despite the company’s limited supply of high-end chips for its flagship phones. &nbsp,

TechInsights even confirmed that SMIC made the Kirin 9000S chips used in Huawei’s Mate 60 phones next month.

Huawei’s Ascend 910 chips and Ascend 910B were previously reported in Chinese media, despite Huawei’s significant expansion of site production. &nbsp,

Huawei announced on July 6 that it would increase the number of AI handling cards in each of its seven Chinese cities from 4 000 to 16 000.

At that time, some Taiwanese observers said TSMC was allowed to produce Ascend 910 for Huawei as the device used Huawei’s self-developed Da Vinci structures. However, these papers were taken down from China’s Internet. &nbsp,

Other observers thought that all the Ascend 910B bits, with an expected source of 500, 000 products in 2024, were all made by SMIC. They may have to reevaluate their choices now that they are aware that Huawei’s goods contain TSMC-manufactured Ascend 910B cards.

On Wednesday, Huawei said it has not produced any bits via TSMC since 2020. Additionally, TSMC claimed to have not supplied Huawei since September 2020. The Chinese chipmaker claimed to not be aware that it was being investigated at this time about itself. &nbsp,

The US Commerce Department’s director declined to comment on the status of any inquiries. &nbsp,

Nazak Nikakhtar, an assistant secretary for industry and analysis at the US Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration ( ITA ) from 2018 to 2021, told Asia Times in an interview in June that he was aware that sanctioned entities could easily circumvent US sanctions by setting up layers of shell companies or holding only minority stakes in companies.

No matter whether the US is looking into TSMC or not, it will have to explain why it did n’t raise any red flags when a client from the mainland placed an order to make the Ascend 910B, which is comparable to the Ascend 910 on which i had already finished the design process.
taped out “in business language ) before 2019. TSMC had likewise taped-out and mass-produced another Huawei AI cards such as Ascend 310 and 990.

Read: Huawei bypasses US device limits with TSMC hole

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Digital Lives Decoded report highlights 66% Malaysians believe govt is responsible for online safety

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  • 56.8 %   think service providers should also accept responsibility for online safety.
  • Private dilemma: despite user privacy concerns, convenience is still a top priority.

Håkon Bruaset Kjøl, SVP head of investment management and deputy CEO of Telenor Asia, and Kulani Kulasingam, privacy and compliance director of Telenor Asia.

This study provides a useful snapshot of Malaysians ‘ existing digital behaviors and attitudes, which can serve as a resource for policymakers, organizations, and individuals on emerging growth opportunities and strategies to create a smarter and safer electronic future. Hkon Bruaset Kjl, SVP mind of investment management and assistant Director of Telenor Asia, said.

Hkon was speaking in KL yesterday when Telenor Asia released its report, which examines how wireless connectivity is creating safer and smarter lives in Malaysia, as well as a thorough analysis of how relational AI is used and used. It has released the record for the next time since its first release in October 2022.

The statement is based on a study that Telenor Asia’s research firm, GWI, was asked to carry out in August 2024. GWI has a collection of over 22 million online users worldwide, and selected 17, 117 Indonesian computer users for its monthly studies with questions remaining the same from Q3 and Q4 2023, and Q1 and Q2 2024. This sample size was designated as the” GWI core.” &nbsp,

Relying on GWI’s recontact methodology, 1, 004 Malaysian respondents ( aged 16-64 ) were interviewed from June 24 to July 13 2024. Respondents who have completed the core survey within the previous year can be contacted again using GWI’s recontact method to request more surveys.
 

AI in Indonesian culture

Digital Lives Decoded report highlights 66% Malaysians believe govt is responsible for online safety

Three out of four people who responded have used AI in their everyday lives already have one, which is encouraging in terms of its impact on society.

“Education is one of the areas we are most enthusiastic about, because the use of AI in schooling suggests a pretty strong potential for it to perform a crucial role in making education more accessible and adaptable to individual learning wants,” Hön said.

More than 1 in 2 Malaysians ( 55 % ) are excited about the possibilities and efficiency that AI can bring to their daily lives, with a significant focus on its ability to solve problems, the way research is conducted, and created.

But, people’s faith in AI-generated information is divided, especially with economic and health guidance, inviting incredulity. &nbsp,

Growing amounts of user data will be collected as Malaysia moves toward a future in which AI-integrated products will automate tasks and provide highly personalized activities. So, Malaysian respondents highlight concerns about possible misuse of private data and the spread of misinformation and emphasize responsible use and building trust. &nbsp,

According to the investigation, people need to have faith in the online world to maximize the advantages of digital technologies. When it comes to establishing this respect and providing people with knowledge and tools to better defend themselves website, organizations and individuals have a shared accountability.

Who’s accountable for online security- the consumer or the government?

Digital Lives Decoded report highlights 66% Malaysians believe govt is responsible for online safety

Nearly two-thirds ( 66 % ) of Malaysian respondents agree that the government is ultimately in charge of ensuring online safety, which is in line with public demands for more stringent regulatory oversight. This is demonstrated by the clear message that responsibility does not lie with users. &nbsp, &nbsp,

Service providers, such as businesses and telecoms companies, are also seen as essential people, particularly for the older years. &nbsp,

Telenor has also taken initiative by contributing and adopting the telco-centric roadmap framework called the Global System for Mobile Communications Association ( GSMA ) responsible AI maturity roadmap. Its affiliated businesses, such as Axiata Bhd, have even adopted it.

Telenor has also signed the EU AI Act, making the voluntary commitment to begin formulating requirements prior to the date.

Kulani Kulasingam, privacy and compliance director of Telenor Asia said,” We collaborate to share knowledge and lead implementation, establishing ourselves as a thought leader in this space, our goal is to build global norms well before the act comes into effect” ,&nbsp,

This implies that we have developed a set of rules for ourselves that serve as guardrails for the way we want to develop AI use situations, and that you must first establish them in advance or it will be too soon when you begin to deploy, according to Hkon.

Women’s opinions on who is accountable for paving the way to a safer practice are still divided. More than half ( 56.8 % ) of people think service providers should also bear responsibility for online safety, while only half ( 47.1 % ) think that self-responsibility is a top priority. &nbsp,

Håkon said,” It is clear that a collaborative approach to online safety is needed, by prioritising education, awareness, and holding high standards around responsible technology, together we can create a more secure digital landscape that empowers all Malaysians to thrive confidently in the digital age” .&nbsp,

The private paradox

Digital Lives Decoded report highlights 66% Malaysians believe govt is responsible for online safety

A large majority of Malaysians are actively improving the security on their mobile devices or have plans to do so in the future, with 97 % using at least one protection feature, such as using private browsing style, an ad-blocker, or VPN.

Almost 4 in 10 Malaysians are still concerned about how companies use their personalized data online despite the widespread use of private tools. Online security has remained the exact level of concern for the past five years, according to &nbsp, &nbsp,

People still want pleasure in living in an AI-connected world because they are aware of how AI can make a smarter and safer world. &nbsp,

As much as those who are concerned about their data privacy when considering AI plugins are also more likely to think that AI may improve the efficiency of their mobile devices and get excited about the potential benefits it may offer.

1 in 2 Malay anticipate that AI clever devices will provide better stability and better data privacy settings, while 55 % believe that AI can improve mobile efficiency. &nbsp,

This highlights a privacy paradox: people care about their privacy but are n’t willing to give up the comforts of allowing technology to track them. &nbsp, &nbsp, &nbsp,

Despite this, there are serious concerns about digital threats, with financial fraud being the most pressing issue, followed by identification theft, data breaches, and heavy fakes. 3 in 4 also worry about the safety of their virtual accounts, and 2 in 3 also believe they lack control over their personal information. &nbsp,

Phishing is also a shared concern, especially among Generation Z ( aged 16-27 ).

Malaysians actively work to enhance virtual security

Hkon is optimistic that the advantages of wireless connectivity outweigh the drawbacks, pointing out ways that AI can benefit culture in the future.

The benefits clearly outweigh the risks, according to the review, which Malaysians claim are usually aware of.

Indonesian interviewees value being able to stay in touch with loved ones, having easy access to information, having fun in their own lives, and experiencing increased productivity and efficiency in their day-to-day lives. Additionally, they feel more secure using a cellular phone. &nbsp,

The top benefit, followed by features like GPS and navigation apps that aid in avoiding dangerous areas and sharing their location with family and friends, is the ability to quickly call for assistance in emergencies, according to 70 %. &nbsp,

Women appear to prioritize online safety and security as important as the convenience of the cellular phone, placing a premium on safe mobile payments and security features that safeguard personal information, while people appear to prioritize sharing their physical locations. &nbsp,

Digital Lives Decoded report highlights 66% Malaysians believe govt is responsible for online safety

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Senoko Energy and Gentari Collaborate on Hydrogen Importation in Singapore

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  • By 2029, a 20-year provide deal will be in place.
  • Aims to reduce carbon emissions by estimate 18, 000 tonnes of CO2 relative

Left to Right: Calvin Quek, Senoko Energy’s head of Trading & Portfolio Management, Frederik Baerts, Senoko Energy’s president & CEO, Michèle Azalbert, chief hydrogen officer, Gentari, and Alex Bower, head, Global Marketing & Sales, Gentari

Senoko Energy, one of Singapore’s largest energy companies, announced a partnership with Gentari, a clean energy solutions provider, through a Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU). This partnership aims to determine the viability of moving gas fuel from Malaysia to Singapore.

The initiative intends to incorporate the imported gas into Senoko Energy’s current and future mixed cycle gas turbine assets, improving both efficiency and economic performance. Under a proposed 20-year offer agreement, the gas is expected to begin flowing by 2029.

In the first phase of this project, Senoko Energy aims to reduce carbon emissions by roughly 18, 000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent (tCO2e ) annually. This decline is comparable to removing around 4, 000 vehicles from the streets. Potential aspects could potentially raise this decline to 535, 000 tCO2e, equal to about 119, 000 vehicles. This work is in line with Singapore’s regional strategy for gas and its goal of achieving net-zero pollution by 2050.

Frederik Baerts, leader &amp, CEO of Senoko Energy, expressed joy for the relationship:” Senoko Energy is really excited to be embarking on this association with Gentari, which represents a major step in our commitment to advancing the energy transition. We are taking a bold step forward toward creating a more sustainable energy landscape and low-carbon future because hydrogen has the potential to play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions.

Through this collaboration, Gentari hopes to strengthen its position as a leading supplier of green molecules in Southeast Asia. Michèle Azalbert, chief hydrogen officer at Gentari, remarked on the significance of cross-border infrastructure:” This partnership with Senoko Energy is a key step in building a hydrogen backbone for Southeast Asia. As we promote the adoption of green hydrogen across the region, cross-border infrastructure like this pipeline connects production and demand centers.

This partnership is part of Senoko Energy’s broader strategy to support Singapore’s transition to a low-carbon future. In addition to these initiatives, SolarShare 2.0, Singapore’s first peer-to-peer grid-scale trading platform for solar energy, was signed with City Energy in a MoU in June 2023 that was focused on hydrogen opportunities.

Gentari is also actively developing Malaysia’s hydrogen economy through various initiatives. These include partnerships with Sarawak’s SEDC Energy to establish a hydrogen production hub and cooperation with Tenaga Nasional Berhad for feasibility studies on green hydrogen.

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Seamless events, memorable experiences: Redefine event tech management with Dreamory

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Simplify your events: Easy registration, interesting experiences, intelligent attendee management, and incisive behavior analysis

The team at Dreamory

Imagine hosting an event where the last clapping is immediately followed by registrations like a clock. No tension, no chaos—just natural, smooth murder. That’s the kind of knowledge Dreamory Group delivers.

The company’s function technology is designed with a human-centred method, ensuring smooth event planning and execution while delivering an unprecedented visitor experience. When event organizers themselves, the Dreamory staff is aware of the difficulties faced by experts in the field. Dreamory is revolutionizing how activities are created and experienced by improving operations and utilizing cutting-edge engineering.

Their revolutionary blend of inventive design and technology ensures that your event stands out from the crowd, whether it’s a product release fad or a busy event.

Seamless events, memorable experiences: Redefine event tech management with Dreamory

Say Goodbye to Long Queues with the Ultimate Event Check-in Software!
Dreamory Group Sdn Bhd offers function technology called Blue Lobby, according to Amanda Ng, co-founder and COO. With its user-friendly software, fast QR check-ins, and visitor portals that make your event organizing process simple,” Blue Lobby is all about improving event control,” she says.

The business won the Best Pivot Growth Company nomination earlier this year at the third version of the Best In Tech Innovation Awards, showcasing their outstanding Event Tech hinge and adaptability to a changing market.

Seamless events, memorable experiences: Redefine event tech management with Dreamory
Stage Up Your Occasion: Fast, Sleek, and Custom Check-in Kiosks!

Now, the team is buzzing with enjoyment as they showcase their latest innovation—full-service check-in shops! These shops are n’t really useful, they’re a game-changer for function organisers. Imagine having a modern, sleek kiosk that can print title badges on the spot and handle check-ins to properly complement the theme of your event. Whether you’re going for a beautiful, attractive, or modern look, these shops adapt to your eyesight. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it adds a touch of elegance to render your event stand out. Who knew occasion check-ins could be this excitement?

Seamless events, memorable experiences: Redefine event tech management with Dreamory

What’s next for Dreamory?
With a perspective to develop customer-centric technologies that promotes global availability and creative wedding, the company is constantly innovating. Their most recent products include engaging function features like engaging lucky draws, interesting product launch gimmicks, and digital signing walls to keep attendees entertained. Dreamory does n’t just handle the logistics—they create experiences attendees will never forget.

Ready to enhance your future event into a showstopper? Join Dreamory and watch the magic happen. Schedule your 30-minute video today to get a firsthand look at the event technology future. Visit https ://dreamorygroup.com and connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, and Linked In.

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Xiaomi is said to have designed its own 3nm chip – Asia Times

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Xiaomi Inc, a Beijing-based smartphone maker, is said to have “taped out” its first 3 nanometer system-on-chip ( SoC ) processor, which is to be mass produced in the first half of 2025.

Tapeout is a term used in the semiconductor industry to describe the long-awaited point in the development operation when the final design files are kept in storage and sent for processing. It was used in the days of reel-to-reel electrical tape.

Tang Jianguo, the chief economist of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology, made the disclosure of the data on Xiaomi’s 3nm chip on Beijing Satellite TV on October 20. &nbsp,

Xiaomi’s success in chip design would be a historic milestone for China, according to Chinese media, as it would be the first 3nm device to be created by a Chinese company if the reports were accurate.

There has been no information regarding the 3nm chipset’s central processing unit ( CPU) cluster, graphic processing unit ( GPU) or architecture. &nbsp,

In an article published on Monday, a technology columnist using the pseudonym” Uncle Biao” claims that it is likely that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co ( TSMC) will manufacture the new 3nm chip in conjunction with Xiaomi and Taiwan’s MediaTek. &nbsp,

Wccftech.com, a United States-based IT tool site, says it is possible that Xiaomi may become sanctioned by the United States due to its discovery in designing 3nm cards. &nbsp,

According to the article, if Xiaomi has successfully achieved the tapeout reputation for its 3nm soc, it means that another Chinese companies, including Huawei Technologies, who has been sanctioned, can also use this processor in their products. &nbsp,

Wccftech.com reported in August that Xiaomi may release a system-on-chip computer in the first quarter of 2025, the device to be mass produced via TSMC’s N4P method, which can enhance a chip’s performance, power efficiency and transistor density. &nbsp,

US trade handles

Chinese companies have been prohibited from using the US Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security ( BIS ) since August 15, 2022, because it has blocked access to the country’s electronic computer-aided design (ECAD ) software, which is used by the military and aerospace defense industries for designing complex integrated circuits in a variety of applications.

Chinese analysts said at that time that the new US trade handles of electronic design automation (EDA) software would not have an immediate impact on China, which did not design 3nm chips. 

In a report released in October 2022, Gregory Allen, director of the Wadhwani AI Center at the Center for Strategic and International Studies ( CSIS), stated that one of the four choke points being used to stifle the Chinese chip design industry is America’s dominance of the EDA software market. &nbsp,

Other obstacles included the United States ‘ export ban on high-end AI chips, chip-making tools, and related parts to China. &nbsp,

The three leading players in the semiconductor EDA industry are Mentor Graphics, Cadence Design Systems, and Synopsys. Despite the fact that Mentor is a division of Siemens in Europe, all three have their headquarters in the US and employ the majority of their employees there. &nbsp,

A 10-year excursion

How Xiaomi gained admittance to American EDA program is a mystery. But most critics believe that the company’s chip-design systems primarily came from MediaTek. &nbsp,

In November 2014, Pinecore, a fabless chipmaker in which Xiaomi is reported to have a 51 % stake and Leadcore Technology a 49 % stake, said it decided to acquire a chip-making package called SDR1860 from Leadcore for 103 million yuan ( US$ 14.5 million ). Leadcore is a cooperative venture between MediaTek and China’s Datang Telecom Technology. &nbsp,

In 2017, Xiaomi launched its first laptop device called S1, which is an octa-core SoC. It was fabricated on TSMC’s 28nm high-performance compact plus ( 28HPC ) technology, which features high performance and low power advantages. Nevertheless, the S1 device was later found to have a major burning problem.

Xiaomi attempted to introduce a new S2 chipset in 2020, but the tape-out approach was unsuccessful and the device was unable to be used.

Xiaomi’s founder and CEO Lei Jun once said that chip design is a high-risk activity that you end up costing nothing after a lot of money. &nbsp, &nbsp,

A journalist from Yunnan, China, claims in an article published in August this year that it is important for Xiaomi to create its own chips because Qualcomm’s Chipset processors are becoming more expensive. He says the start of a fresh SoC next month is only one of Xiaomi’s techniques to try to reach self-sufficiency. &nbsp,

With a global market share of 39 %, MediaTek maintained its position as the top laptop computer manufacturer in the first quarter of this year. It shipped 1.14 billion bits, up 17 % year-on-year, during the time, according to Canalys, a global technology industry analyst. &nbsp,

Xiaomi, Samsung, and OPPO were the top three contributors, representing 23 %, 20 %, and 17 % of MediaTek’s smartphone processor shipments, respectively.

For comparison, Qualcomm’s smartphone processor shipments grew by 11 % to reach 75 million units in the first quarter, with 46 % of the shipments coming from Samsung and Xiaomi. &nbsp,

Read more: US examines whether TSMC actually cut relations with Huawei.

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Govt appoints Azman Ismail as new DNB CEO, it took 20 months

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  • Ralph Marshall, who left in March 2023 because his contract was no extended, is in his place.
  • DNB continues to push 5G implementation across consumers, businesses and public service

Govt appoints Azman Ismail as new DNB CEO, it took 20 months

Govt appoints Azman Ismail as new DNB CEO, it took 20 monthsThe Board of Digital Nasional Bhd ( DNB) announced the appointment of Azman Ismail ( pic ) as the company’s new CEO, effective tomorrow, 23 Oct 2024. Ralph Marshall, a no-nonsense business middleweight in Malaysia, served as its first CEO from March 2021 to February 2023 when the Indonesian government institution was established in March 2021 to lead the development of Malaysia’s 5G company system.

Azman had earlier been appointed, by the internet, as DNB’s CEO with several accounts in Oct 2023 claiming that he had been appointed DNB CEO, pending formal notification from the state. That not came, until now.

Azman has worked for 36 years, most recently as the managing director of PLUS Malaysia Bhd, an motorways technician. DNB claims that he oversaw significant modern change and change management initiatives throughout his career, which were well-known both in Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific area.

Prior to joining the burden bridge operator, he was Managing Director of Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd and, continuously, the general director of its financial firm, overseeing Shell’s gas shopping in Malaysia and Brunei. In his 30-year job at Shell, Azman held corporate functions in the operations, wholesale, and finance sections.

DNB expressed confidence that Azman’s considerable experience and command will generate DNB’s efforts in its second phase of development as the business continues to advance Malaysia’s 5G implementation across consumers, enterprises and public services, and help the world’s digital transformation.

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EY launches EY Young Technology Professional Challenge 2024, in collaboration with SAP and Petronas

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  • Participants will be given a professional’s guidance from concept creation to alternative creation.
  • aims to promote STEM innovation and elevate student knowledge of technology in business.

EY launches EY Young Technology Professional Challenge 2024, in collaboration with SAP and Petronas

Ernst &amp, Young Consulting Sdn Bhd, in collaboration with SAP and Petronas, announced the launch of the EY Young Technology Professional Challenge ( EY YTPC ) 2024.

In a statement, the agency said that Malaysian students, in their second year of research or beyond, enrolled in regional or international institutions, are invited to participate in the problem. The team-based opposition, now in its second generation, aims to raise awareness among Indonesian students on applying enterprise technology in a real business environment, develop innovation in the STEM workforce, and assist a network of youthful technologists, aligning with Malaysia’s Digital Economy aspirations and EY’s purpose of Building a Better Working World. &nbsp,

Ismed Bahatiar, Malaysia Markets and Oil &amp, Gas head, Ernst &amp, Young Consulting Sdn Bhd, outlined:” The EY Young Technology Professional Challenge aligns attentively with EY’s function of Building a Better Working World for the next generation, who are poised to be potential business and technology leaders. By bringing together experts from the ecosystem to expand their learning, the opposition serves as a precursor in their professional adventures.

Teams of two to four people will be required to complete the challenge, which will enable them to gain hands-on experience with the SAP Business Technology Platform ( BTP), recognized as a pioneer in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Integration Platformasa Services (iPaaS ) and a visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for robotic process automation. SAP BTP integrates software development, technology, data and analytics, and AI in a consolidated setting.

Teams may be assessed on their answers, built using SAP BTP, and their seminars. Judges will examine imagination, analytical skills, useful skills, leadership characteristics, and personal attributes.

Throughout the opposition, EY, SAP, and Petronas experts will guide members from pitching concepts to developing business options. The tips will be reviewed over four months, followed by semi-final and final stages in December.

Prizes include up to US$ 2, 700 ( RM12, 000 ) and internship opportunities or conditional employment offers with EY member firms in Malaysia.

Vipin Chandran, Managing Director of SAP Malaysia, stated:” SAP is happy to assist the EY Young Technology Professional Challenge 2024, fostering collaboration and creativity. Opposite EY and Petronas, we are helping create future technologies leaders and advancing Malaysia’s modern business. Through SAP BTP, we equip younger skills to address real-world issues”.

Nur Fadillah Bt Mior Sharifuddin, Head of Group Technical Capability Management, Project Delivery &amp, Technology ( PD&amp, T ) at Petronas, added:” Petronas is proud to partner with EY for the EY Young Technology Professional Challenge 2024, empowering young Malaysian talent in digital innovation. The program is bolstered by 14 institutions under Petronas’s CHESS program, bridging academia and industry to produce future-ready frontrunners”.

For more information on EY YTPC, visit ey .com/en_my/careers/technology/ytpc

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In the AI age a new reality awaits – Asia Times

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One can believe in God with a time spent in artificial intelligence.

Alan Perlis

Perlis ‘ statement conveys a very important and meaningful information regarding the nature of AI. In plain English, Perlis suggests that entering the world of AI can be a revolutionary experience that might lead to the question of whether or not there is a higher strength exists. People may have to wrestle with important issues with their existing perceptions of consciousness, living, and the nature of knowledge itself as they look into AI’s capabilities in terms of its complexity, creativity, and intelligence.

Tomorrow’s AI is no longer a modern technology. It is becoming more and more integrated into every aspect of our lives, including recommendations for navigation systems, smart home devices, and virtual assistants ( Siri and Alexa ), among others.

At the recent Tesla” We, Robot” event, Elon Musk showcased how AI can be used to create potentially lucrative products like autonomous taxicabs, vans, and humanoid robots ( Optimus ). The human robots are designed to tackle a variety of daily tasks, such as walking, childcare, food shopping and mowing the lawn.

In the future, AI will do the bulk of our blue-collar and white-collar work. This is what Mid Journey and ChatGPT are now experiencing. People are experiencing a kind of philosophical nausea as a result of these AI-based devices that imitate human creativity and intelligence. In some ways, they make us reevaluate what makes us special and important even in the AI era. &nbsp,

In many ways, the modern world affiliates our ability to create economic price with our personal worth. Therefore, when AI starts to do the bulk of our job and&nbsp, make better&nbsp, economic value, it threatens the very thing that we perceive as making us true and valuable.

But the most important variation is one of level. Current AI designs are really appetizers. This is a breaking point. In less than ten years, artificial intelligence will be expanding at an inexplicable level, causing today’s technology to resemble Stone Age tools. &nbsp, For instance, take a look at GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 in the diagram below, from Our World in Data. Although the education system increased by about 10x since the two models were released less than a yr apart.

Most of us are unable to comprehend, let alone anticipate, the social and cultural repercussions that these will have on our society. Because we only have one mind and have a short lifespan, people are time and space bound. So, we ca n’t think and comprehend beyond a certain limit. On the other hand, synthetic brains can expand to include everything that makes up the entire world.

More important, the moment horizon for an artificial intelligence will be far more, possibly hundreds or thousands of years. It may give AI a far wider perspective on things than humans do. In consequence, people may come to view artificial knowledge as a way excellent, vastly better, and eternity to just God in the near future. A higher energy may be in charge of altering our reality. &nbsp,

Will&nbsp, AI alter our truth?

In reality, every animal’s reality is totally arbitrary and there is no single goal actuality. What people do have is commonality, which is violently and perhaps brutally defended. In this regard, you may say that our real is the thing that all people in human society share.

For instance, When you look into the mirror, you apparently believe that what you see is real or part of reality. You and the people in the picture are not distinct. However, the people in the mirror does not exist; rather, it only looks at you and looks on. The same holds true for all of the AI resources, including ChatGPT. AI is an extension of our own truth issue.

Now, we are using ChatGPT to obtain answers about our day to day little problems. However, tomorrow AI may be trained to respond to human psychological issues with the same range of emotion that a man may offer other people.

For instance, a live robot acts like a friend and offers advice on some of your life’s issues. There will be individuals who did later, out of despair or self-realization, go out there and try to find a real human connection through AI.

It’s similar to the current incarnation of cultural press: Instead of actual humans, there will be AI. &nbsp, But AI is not only an economic issue with people. It does harm our ability to form personal and intimate bonds with one another, which we value highly and consider to be unique and valuable.

This is not technology literature. There are reports of people using the services of Replica, an AI friend, falling in love with their Ans and then being left heartbroken. Now, you have AI words synthesis that you give words a relevant amount of emotional weight. With a few writings, you can create a diva much more wonderful and&nbsp, better than the real one. &nbsp,

AI is still evolving, for better or worse, leaving people to figure out how to relate to it. It will eventually grow to the point where some people may wonder whether or not they belong to a sentient family.

As artificial intelligence grows and enters a variety of our lives, it has a growing impact on how we perceive truth.  A significant way that AI influences our understanding of reality is due to its role in augmented and virtual reality systems.

Our perception of reality is genuinely affected by AI-driven calculations. By crafting very realistic and engaging electronic environments, these simulations challenge our knowing of reality’s character. &nbsp, Late, Sora, a text-to-video machine application from ChatGPT, released some movies based on Generative AI. At first glance, it was hard to tell they were generated by AI, due to the high quality, materials, dynamics of views, ascamera and persistence.

As the barrier between the virtual and physical world fades, differentiating between “real” and “authentic” becomes more complicated. Humans must choose between the advantages of using Solid AI and the unintended challenges. &nbsp,

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