Grab announces collaboration with OpenAI to ‘build and deploy advanced AI solutions’

SINGAPORE: Tech firms Grab and OpenAI announced on Thursday ( May 30 ) that they will” collaborate to build and deploy” advanced artificial intelligence ( AI ) solutions.
Grab said the partnership is the , first of its kind for OpenAI in Southeast Asia and that it would get OpenAI’s resources to “partner on options” for people in the region.
This will be focused primarily on three places: Accessibility, user support and mapping.
” Get will make use of state-of-the-art language and tone capabilities to produce Grab’s services more accessible to all users, especially the visually impaired or the elderly who may otherwise find it difficult to navigate the on-screen app interface,” said the company.
Additionally, it may look into using AI to create chatbots for customer service that “better understand user problems and help overcome them more quickly.”
Through greater technology and higher-quality data extraction from physical images, Grab will” seek to use OpenAI’s vision capabilities” to improve its map-making efforts.
” This means GrabMaps may be updated yet faster, delivering a better practice to consumers and motorist- partners”, said the ride- hailing app company.
Additionally, Grab intends to run an original pilot of ChatGPT Enterprise among” find employees.”
Google to invest US$2 billion in data centre and cloud services in Malaysia
The system of Alphabet announced on Thursday ( May 30 ) that Google will spend US$ 2 billion in Malaysia to build its primary data center and Google Cloud region. This is the latest in a series of growth by global tech companies into Southeast Asia. The government claimed thatContinue Reading
Man jailed for causing death of 4-year-old son by forcing chilli into his mouth for discipline

SINGAPORE: Angry that his four- yr- old child was lying about defecating, a man forced the tip of a chilli into the boy’s mouth to control him.
The boy choked to death despite his papa carrying him to a local office because the thing became lodged in his lung.
The 38-year-old Singaporean man was given an eight-month prison term on Thursday ( May 30 ) for one count of a rash act that resulted in death.
Before the full case proceedings began, the defence lawyer appointed by the Public Defender’s Office ( PDO ) successfully asked for a gag order to cover the victim and the accused, citing the man’s other children.
The defendant was alleged to have lived in a straight with his wife and four kids, including the target.
WHAT HAPPENED
When the parents noticed that the sufferer smelled of faeces on August 2, 2022, the home was at home.
The child was in potty training at the time, and he was supposed to let his parents know if he needed to relax.
The child denied relieving himself when the parents questioned him. The boy was finally made to believe that the man had lied by forcing him to take pepper.
He broke off a little bit of chili he retrieved.
The child sat on the ground and yelled foul of the food.  ,
The child was therefore seated on a couch over him and forced the chilli’s tip into his mouth, releasing it as it passed through the boy’s teeth.
The child started running about, gesturing at his chest.
After a short while, he collapsed.
The boy’s mom performed the Heimlich maneuver on him, but the teen’s state did not improve.
The parents then requested that his wife make an ambulance call and to see if she could jump the boy to a local clinic first.
When given the opportunity to run to a local community clinic with his son in his arms.
The doctor discovered that the child had no signal and was not breathing. He performed a cardiac treatment on the baby after his people called for an ambulance.  ,
Despite recovery efforts, the child could not be saved. He was found deceased at Sengkang General Hospital at around 3.10pm.
According to an examination, the cause of suicide was “acute lung barrier by international body.”
A piece of chili, measuring 10mm by 15mm by 8mm was securely lodged in the boy’s lung.
MITIGATION
Taufiq Suraidi, a PDO attorney, claimed that his lawyer’s stubbornness in this case” cannot be said to be high.” He requested seven months in jail for his client.
His wife and family have testified to the prosecutor that he is a loving father to all of his children, according to the attorney.
He puts the needs of his babies before those of his own, according to the article.
Based on the family’s stories and the examination, which revealed no other signs of abuse besides the pepper lodged in the boy’s lung, he added that his customer was furthermore” not an aggressive father.”
The attorney added that his customer had “taken protection” by not forcing the whole chilli into his brother’s lips.
Alternatively, he put” a small piece of it” and stopped when he felt the pepper had passed his father’s smile.
All of this shows that his only intention was to discipline his brother, according to Mr. Taufiq, who argued that lying should not be practiced.
He added that his lawyer’s “guilt and shame is huge”. Following the incident, he had depressive thoughts and was given a major depressive disorder.
The attorney said that “he will have to survive with this for the rest of his life.” ” Nevertheless, I submit that the law must have its way. He has experienced the most agonizing lessons from this situation, and he is unlikely to annoy himself again.
The person and his family have seen numerous community programs since the incident, according to the attorney, and they have learned coping techniques and parenting techniques.
This was “indeed a terrible case,” according to District Judge Ong Hian Sun.
The judge argued that “it could have been avoided if you had never used such a discipline method for your child.” ” This approach of disciplining a vulnerable victim, or any such process… may be discouraged… at all costs”.
China’s Xi to address Arab leaders seeking ‘common voice’ on Gaza
Meeting Sisi on Wednesday, Xi said he was “deeply pained” by the “extremely serious” position in Gaza, where the Hamas- run state’s health ministry then says 36, 171 people, mainly civilians, have been killed. ” The best goal job now is an immediate ceasefire, in order to avoid overflow ofContinue Reading
Popular American burger chain In-N-Out holding 1-day pop-up in Singapore on May 31

You should be aware of what that means because a limited amount of sandwiches will be sold on a first come, first served base.
In 2019, it was reported that viewers started queuing as early as 6.30am for the steaks.
Consumers were even limited to only one , burger , per people during the 2019 roll- up, according to , native publication , 8days. gs, so it’s possible that this will apply once.  ,
Founded in 1948,  , In- N- Out is a family- run company specialising in raw meat sandwiches. The organization is famous for no franchising its functions, citing food quality issues. As for,  , In- N- Out retailers are limited to just the United States.
The roll- up is happening from 10am to 4pm at Columbus Coffee Co, 220 Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574352.  ,
Hong Kong 47: Democracy activists face jail in biggest security case – BBC News

China passed the National Security Law ( NSL ) in 2020 for its territory of Hong Kong, changing the legal and democratic rights of residents there.
The rules outlawed a wide range of dissenting functions after anti-China and pro-democracy protests that had taken over Hong Kong’s roads the year before.
The Beijing and Hong Kong government claimed that the law was necessary to keep the area stable and peaceful.
But critics say it caused” the close of Hong Kong” as it was known, and has repressed free conversation and social criticism.
Additionally, Hong Kong government imposed Article 23 as a second surveillance law this year. This legislation, which was quick- tracked through Hong Kong’s pro- Beijing government in March, covers crime, rebellion and express secrets, and allows for trials to get held behind closed doors.
Read more about the 2020 NSL around.
North Korea fires multiple short-range ballistic missiles
On Wednesday, Pyongyang sent bubbles full of trash, toilet paper and suspected dog faeces into the South, with Seoul’s defense pounding Pyongyang for their “low group” activities. The North had earlier warned over the weekend that it would “drain border regions of wastepaper and trash” to chastise Seoul. Kim YoContinue Reading
i Light Singapore 2024: First look at the installations, including a ring of mist at Marina Bay

Getting ready to have your brains blown at Kinetic Perspective.
The lines in the setup are constantly moving, creating different sensory patterns depending on the direction you’re looking.
Carnival director Jason Chen said in a statement to the media that the gentle art installations displayed at this breakthrough edition of i Light Singapore had been carefully chosen for their originality, interactive and engaging nature, as well as their ability to transform the industrial experience at Marina Bay and the nearby precincts.  ,
We also hope that the green artworks serve as reminders of the value of sustainable living and encourage a shared vision for a greener coming as this radiant personal event enlivens our city.
Just a few of the places you can see at this year’s document Light Singapore can be found here. Besides these installations, i Light Singapore 2024 also has other programmes including the foods festival , GastroBeats which features city food from all over the globe,  , The Conscious Festival which has  , music performances and intelligent talks related to wellness, and perhaps a pop- up market.
More information can be found on i Light Singapore’s website.
Tria The Label: How 3 friends created a thriving Singapore fashion brand that started in their homes

Additionally, the company has introduced equipment like straps and earrings. The group added a studio space in 2022 to increase engagement with customers who want to test the pieces, and they also added a bigger studio in January.  ,
Their practical strategy covers everything from organization to piece operation. We take care to never “greenwash” our product and make up our name. However, we take a green approach to the company operationally” ,explained Tay.
Our pre-order type cuts down on deadstock and waste, and our seasonless approach means that we do not make just for production’s pleasure to meet a style calendar. We practice a honest use approach, it would be more appropriate.
In order to be let out, their bits are even made with a good seam allowance. Additionally, the company makes Studio Specials, which are one-off, minimal edition items made of scraps and scraps of old clothing.  ,
PRIORITISING FRIENDSHIP OVER FASHION
Tay affectionately refers to the brand as a “passion job that got out of hand.” Lee manages finances and material purchasing, Ng manages customer relationship and marketing, and Tay manages operations and communications for the trio. They also dedicate their weekends and free time to running their business.
Students could get big digital boost

The Education Ministry programs to ask for a 15- billion- ringgit expenditure to provide electrical devices, including iPads, tablets and laptops, for 600, 000 students and teachers, starting next month.
Siripong Angkasakulkiat, a spokeswoman for the government and the minister’s helper, said the ministry had inquired about the scope of the initiative’s purchase of various electronic devices.
It is not yet known what kind of tools fall under its purview. As a result, any type of system, including devices, tablets, notebooks and Chromebooks, could possibly be bought.
He added that the Ministry of Education and Training wants to support teachers and students by allowing technology companies to compete to provide them with their goods.
The demand for the funds may be submitted in the 2025 governmental time, and the amount will be determined by congress, he said.
The captain step of the program is expected to begin following season, with 600, 000 products provided to students and teachers.
The Education Ministry, he said, did purchase the equipment on rent order. The package may include the system, a sim cards and online service.
“Education Minister Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob stressed that the tools provided to students and instructors may be useful and widely accepted,” said the official.
He added that access to unacceptable and game websites will be blocked on the products.
According to Mr. Siripong, the ambitious initiative will need an estimated 15 billion ringgit, which would enable schools to transition to a new digital age. but, students cannot maintain the devices when they finish college, but will have to hand them up.
He said that while other institutions will take part in the second stage, mathematicians in grades 4 through 6 ( Grade 10 to 12 ), students at leading universities will receive the products.
Mr. Siripong reported on the status of the development of learning materials for various systems, stating that work is still being done.
He claimed that the machine and learning material will give students more flexibility in their classrooms by allowing them to study independently anywhere, anytime.