Malaysia’s national automaker Proton has on Friday taken the next step to achieving its goal of local electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing following a commencement of construction ceremony for a new production plant at its high tech Tanjung Malim facility. Targeted for completion by the end of 2025 at an investment cost of MYR 82 million ($18.46 million), the first phase of the company’s EV assembly plan will have an initial planned capacity of 20,000 units per year. Once...

In a world where demand for cloud services shows no signs of slowing down, data centers are the driving force behind our technological future. Now, however, their need for power is being tested amidst the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) which is expected to greatly increase traffic. As the AI revolution gathers steam, data center capacity in Asia Pacific is expected to hit 94.4GW by 2028, according to IDC, driven by increasing adoption of AI and cloud services. While Singapore has long...

CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI), a Singapore-based global real asset manager, has acquired a freehold land parcel in Osaka to develop its first data center in Japan which will entail a total investment of more than $700 million. CLI said in a statement on Tuesday that 50 megawatts (MW) of power capacity have been secured for the project. The acquisition is a testament to CLI’s strong global multi-asset class network and deal sourcing capability. The data center in Osaka will be...

We are here to share our ranking of the best camera phones in January 2025 with 50MP cameras and a 5000mAh battery. Read on to pick your favorite handset right below!     1. Xiaomi 15 series In our list of the best camera phones in January 2025 today, the first position belongs to the Xiaomi 15 series. The Vivo smartphone hits the market with a gorgeous design and premium configurations. In detail, Xiaomi 15 series specs feature 6.8-inch OLED with a 1220 x 2712 pixels...

Prepare yourself for a battle of giants: the Nokia Fire vs. Realme P1 5G, both boasting 200MP cameras and a 16500mAh battery! Discover which of these flagship smartphones comes out on top!   Nokia Fire vs. Realme P1 5G specs The Nokia Fire is highly anticipated as a budget-friendly smartphone that delivers premium specifications. On the other hand, the Realme P1 5G impresses with its large touchscreen and a host of high-end features. First, Nokia Fire specs offer a...

As cold weather continues to reveal performance gaps in electric vehicles, are automakers finding effective solutions? Winter’s unforgiving grip is a proving ground for electric vehicles in China. This season, the EV market faces a critical test. Data from China’s Ministry of Public Security reveals that, as of June 2024, the country is home to 24.72 million new energy vehicles (NEVs), with EVs representing a significant subcategory. The first half of the year saw 4.397 million...

With chalk in hand, the Sohu CEO welcomed the new year in a lecture bridging science, everyday life, and the digital classroom. In the waning hours of 2024 and the opening moments of 2025, Charles Zhang, founder and CEO of Sohu, once again transformed his classroom podium into a stage for an immersive physics lecture. Broadcasting live, Zhang marked the new year alongside program representatives and a wide digital audience. For over three hours, Zhang navigated intricate topics, from the...

Tech giants like Baidu are moving beyond the hype of large models, focusing on practical AI tools that deliver real-world value. From transportation networks to e-commerce supply chains, industries exporting China’s strengths share a common trait: their success hinges on proving technology can handle real-world, high-demand scenarios. This means surviving peak traffic loads and integrating seamlessly into users’ daily routines—key factors shaping adoption and growth. In...

Sharge’s entry into the AI glasses market sets the tone for broader adoption with its accessible pricing and everyday usability. Picture this: you’re at a concert, fully immersed in the music, waving a glow stick as your favorite artist performs. You decide to capture the moment and lightly tap your glasses. Without reaching for your phone, the gadget starts recording, preserving the experience effortlessly. Not long ago, this scenario might have seemed farfetched. Today,...

Global economic uncertainty adds pressure as Chinese markets face a difficult start to 2025. The Chinese public markets have started 2025 on shaky ground, with A-shares experiencing three consecutive days of losses in the year’s first trading week. All 31 industries tracked by Shenwan Hongyuan Securities recorded declines, although sectors such as coal, banking, and petrochemicals displayed relative resilience. Conversely, technology-heavy industries like computing, defense,...

Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific. Flint lands USD 2 million seed funding for proprietary paper battery technology Flint, a deep tech company specializing in sustainable energy storage, has landed USD 2 million in a seed funding round led by a consortium of angel investors across nine countries and venture capital firm Hatcher+. The funds will support Flint’s pilot production, IP development, and market expansion, positioning Flint as...

The countdown to January 10 begins, as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on whether ByteDance must divest TikTok’s US operations or face an outright ban. With TikTok’s future in the US at a critical juncture, the next two weeks could determine whether the immensely popular short video platform survives on US soil. On January 10, the Supreme Court is set to hear arguments challenging the Biden-era law requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to divest its US...