Thailand’s telecoms regulator has suggested that tech firms open centers across Southeast Asia, to combat regional “fake news”. The agency wants the proposed centers to act as first-warnings for its ten regional…
Why has it taken Asia to Kickstart Latin America’s Tech Boom?
Oftentimes at tech events, when companies pitch the breadth of their market, or investment opportunities, their Powerpoint presentation misses Latin America entirely. It’s not that they simply forget to mention the 639…
Israel’s OurCrowd Launches first Latin American Event in São Paulo
Israeli equity crowdfunding platform OurCrowd has announced its first event in Latin America, as the company aims to spread its influence on the continent. OurCrowd Sync: Sao Paulo 2019, an invite-only event,…
Klarna Raises $460m, Plans Massive U.S. Expansion
Swedish payment startup Klarna has announced a $460 million equity funding round, as it sets its sights firmly on an expansion into the United States. The Stockholm disruptor, now valued at $5.5bn,…
Japan Government Unveils $1 Billion Cyborg Project
Age-combating cyborg technology is among a raft of solutions the Japanese government will throw almost $1 billion at, as part of an ambitious new project. Emissions reduction and automation will also be…
The United States is Right to Exercise Caution over Huawei—But Donald Trump Risks Missing his Target
It’s unlike U.S. President Donald Trump to miss a chance to rattle a stars-and-stripes saber. And in Huawei he has a double-win: a company derided by rights groups and liberals for its…
Apple to Boost 5G with $1 Billion Intel Buy—But is it Real?
The news that Apple is lining up Intel’s smartphone modem chip business for a $1 billion buyout has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, with some calling it a pivotal moment for…
Chinese Tech Share Boom, as Domestic Stock Exchange Opens
Shares on Shanghai’s newly-launched stock exchange have rocketed 520%, as domestic investors show faith in the country’s tech industry. Twenty-five companies comprised the first batch of firms to the STAR Market, which…
Google Whistleblower Launches Ethics Project
A former Google employee who quit the firm in protest last year has launched a new project to make tech whistleblowing easier. Jack Poulson left his role at the giant over its…
Inxeption Brings Blockchain and Competition to E-Commerce
Most entrepreneurs gamble when they start a company—few were born from a bet. Inxeption, an E-commerce platform built on blockchain technology, is one such exception. Given the expertise behind it, the company’s…