Singapore stories - Page 9

Ken Cheung has been appointed Chairman for Asia Pacific at Creative Capital Ventures, signalling a strong push into the region with a new €50 million fund.

Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.

Adyen has teamed up with Eats365 to launch a streamlined payment solution for food and beverage businesses globally, enhancing operational efficiency.

Lendela has appointed Kent Huang as CFO and Steven Wong as CTO, aiming for expansion in the Asia Pacific following strong performance in 2024.

In a landmark 2025 budget, Singapore aims to enhance its AI-driven economy with major investments in workforce development and sustainable tech, say officials.

Bharti Airtel has completed the SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable landing in Chennai, enhancing connectivity between India, Singapore, and France.

The Singapore Budget 2025 pledges $3 million to the National Productivity Fund, boosting AI adoption to enhance business competitiveness and innovation.

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

Singapore's Budget 2025 has sparked strong reactions from tech leaders, emphasising its potential to boost digital advancements and enhance cybersecurity across the nation.

Kaspersky's report reveals Singapore faced over 21 million cyberattacks in 2024, ranking it 8th globally as a source of digital threats in Southeast Asia.

QBE Insurance's annual SME surveys reveal challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore and Hong Kong, highlighting rising costs and AI adoption concerns.

Hamburg-based adjoe has launched new offices in Singapore and Tokyo, marking its ambitious entry into the Asia-Pacific market following a EUR €100 million funding round.

Adjust's 2025 Mobile App Trends report reveals a 26% YoY rise in eCommerce app installs in APAC, driven by AI and privacy-first technologies.

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore are at risk of losing SGD $800 million each year by keeping cash in low-yield bank accounts.

Babeltext launches an AI-driven messaging platform aimed at breaking language barriers, enabling real-time communication in 195 languages for global users.

Nominations are now open for Yahoo Academy 2025, set to take place in Sydney on April 8-9, aimed at empowering 30 media and marketing professionals.

Kaspersky has partnered with VSTECS Singapore to bolster cybersecurity for local businesses, responding to significant cyber threats in the region.

Singapore has reported a significant drop in web threats, marking a 24.7% reduction since 2021, as the country enhances its cybersecurity measures.

A new study by Hitachi Vantara reveals Asia is at the forefront of AI adoption, but data quality and security issues threaten its ongoing progress.

PointCast has unveiled an innovative satellite solution designed to cut broadband installation costs by up to 50%, enhancing accessibility for remote businesses.