Awantec expects first Google cloud region in Malaysia to speed cloud adoption across public sector, corporates
 Empower public sector to deliver critical new citizen-centric services
Enhance Awantec capabilities in delivering better customer experiences In response to Google Cloud announcing its plans to open its first cloud region in Malaysia, as announced last week on 12 August, Syed Naqiz Shahabuddin (pic), Chairman of Awantec Bhd comments that the move…Continue Reading
Hong Kong police to deploy technology to combat misinformation, new PR chief says
New police head of PR says hi-tech public opinion tracker will help quell rumours and misinformation. Assistant Commissioner of Police Joe Chan adds new PR wing will tell ‘good stories’ about police, city and country. Read full storyContinue Reading
Nutrition labels for drinks high in sugar, saturated fat to be rolled out in practical manner: MOH, HPB
Not all establishments will be required to use laboratory analysis to determine the sugar and saturated fat content of their beverages, say the authorities. Continue Reading
1m strays to be neutered in 2 yrs
The Soi Dog Foundation aims to neuter and vaccinate one million stray dogs and cats in Thailand in the next two years.Continue Reading
China unveils new perks aimed at boosting slowing birth rate
BEIJING: China on Tuesday (Aug 16) announced a slew of perks aimed at encouraging families to have more babies, as birth rates hit a record low and officials warned that the population will start to shrink by 2025. The world’s most populous country has been grappling with a looming demographicContinue Reading
Hong Kong organisations are easy targets for hackers, more cyberattacks expected this year, consultancy Kroll finds
Financially motivated cyberattacks are on the rise after declining following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, cybersecurity consultancy Kroll said. Hong Kong and the rest of Asia-Pacific have historically lower cybersecurity, making local organisations prime targets. Read full storyContinue Reading
Cops aim to wrap up LCS protest probe soon
KUALA LUMPUR: Police say they will complete their investigation of Sunday’s (Aug 14) Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) project protest as soon as possible. Read full storyContinue Reading
Toyota suspends operations at Sichuan plant due to power shortage: Kyodo
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Indonesia must remain prudent and vigilant, says Jokowi as he unveils smaller budget for 2023
JAKARTA: Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Tuesday (Aug 16) tabled a 3,041.7 trillion rupiah (US$206 billion) budget for 2023, while reminding the nation to remain cautious amid global uncertainties. He said in parliament: “In the future, we must continue to maintain our prudence and vigilance.” “The risk from global economicContinue Reading
He went viral for playing defense against LeBron James in a pro-am game. But Dion Wright says he was never scared
Standing room only, fans lined around the block and social media coverage like never before, all there to see one man: a four-time NBA champion and four-time NBA Most Valuable Player.Continue Reading