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Google pushes agentic AI worldwide with AI Mode rollout
Google pushes agentic AI worldwide with AI Mode rollout
AI Ultra subscribers can now book restaurants within search using natural language requests, highlighting Google’s shift toward agentic AI that acts instead of only answering.
Aug. 22, 2025
Singapore sets jobs as top priority amid global uncertainty
Singapore sets jobs as top priority amid global uncertainty
Lawrence Wong said employment and stability would define his government’s agenda as Singapore adapts to rising protectionism and the growing impact of technology.
Aug. 18, 2025
AI browsers accused of harvesting sensitive data, according to new study
AI browsers accused of harvesting sensitive data, according to new study
Researchers warn that AI-powered browsers track and share personal data, sometimes during private browsing, potentially breaching GDPR and US privacy regulations.
Aug. 13, 2025
Beijing 2025 Robot Conference highlights China's humanoid robotics growth
Beijing 2025 Robot Conference highlights China's humanoid robotics growth
The humanoid robot market in China is projected to grow from $2.24 billion in 2024 to $41 billion by 2032 amid rapid AI advances and government support.
Aug. 11, 2025
Apple pledges $100 billion more to boost US chip production
Apple pledges $100 billion more to boost US chip production
The move by Apple comes amid pressure to advance its AI efforts and in response to the White House’s encouragement for US-based chip production.
Aug. 7, 2025
Malaysia tackles online scams with AI and new cyber guidelines
Malaysia tackles online scams with AI and new cyber guidelines
New regulations and AI tools are being introduced to stop online scams as Malaysia faces over RM1.5 billion in losses.
Aug. 6, 2025
Eswatini advances digital vision with new laws, 5G and skills training
Eswatini advances digital vision with new laws, 5G and skills training
The digital strategy of Eswatini also includes upcoming regulations for AI, robotics and space technology to remain aligned with global developments.
Aug. 5, 2025
The US considers chip tracking to prevent smuggling to China
The US considers chip tracking to prevent smuggling to China
Beijing summoned Nvidia after US plans emerged to monitor chip movements using embedded tracking features.
Aug. 5, 2025
Creative industries raise concerns over the EU AI Act
Creative industries raise concerns over the EU AI Act
A coalition of creative organisations has asked the European Commission to reconsider parts of the implementation process under Article 53 of the AI Act.
Aug. 4, 2025
OpenAI and Nscale to build an AI super hub in Norway
OpenAI and Nscale to build an AI super hub in Norway
Stargate Norway will be OpenAI’s first European data centre, offering 230MW of capacity by 2026.
Aug. 1, 2025
White House launches AI Action Plan with Executive Orders on exports and regulation
White House launches AI Action Plan with Executive Orders on exports and regulation
America's AI Action Plan calls for major investment in AI education, data infrastructure and domestic supply chains.
July 31, 2025
EU AI Act begins as tech firms push back
EU AI Act begins as tech firms push back
Developers must comply with new EU AI regulations or face heavy scrutiny and penalties.
July 30, 2025