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AI Chips Drive an Uneven Semiconductor Upcycle Across Asian Supply Chains
AI chips, high-bandwidth memory and advanced packaging are driving semiconductor growth, while consumer and automotive recovery remains less consistent.
Hygon Extends China’s AI Chip Ambitions From Data Centres Into Robotics
Hygon’s new CPU1000-series processor targets robotics, machine vision and industrial edge computing as China expands physical-AI investment.
Technology Shares Lift Asian Markets as Oil Eases but Bond Risks Persist
Asian technology shares gained as chip demand and softer oil supported sentiment, while high short-term yields and thin liquidity constrained conviction.
Australia’s Apple Talks Put AI Copyright, Child Safety and Investment on the Same Policy Track
Australia is linking AI copyright reform, child-safety regulation and technology investment as it seeks a credible framework for the digital economy.
Nippon Life Targets ¥2 Trillion Infrastructure Portfolio as Data-Centre Finance Expands
Nippon Life plans to expand infrastructure financing to ¥2 trillion, using project debt to support US and Japanese data-centre development.
AI Regulation Moves From Principles to Compliance as Deepfake and Data Rules Tighten
AI governance is shifting from broad principles to enforceable controls over deepfakes, model transparency, training data and personal privacy.
Malaysia’s Climate-Ready Cities Need Digital Twins, Green Buildings and Bankable Resilience
Malaysia’s cities can use digital twins and green infrastructure to manage climate risk, but projects need measurable outcomes and durable financing.
Malaysia Plans Pondok Education Upgrade With AI Skills, Modern Facilities and University Pathways
Malaysia plans to modernise selected pondok institutions with improved facilities, AI education and clearer routes to universities and technical careers.
OpenAI’s US$278 Billion Cash-Burn Forecast Raises the Stakes for AI Infrastructure Returns
OpenAI’s forecast US$278 billion cash burn through 2030 highlights the enormous financing and infrastructure demands behind rapid AI revenue growth.