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#cybersecurity
fromZDNET
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI can drive business growth in Southeast Asia. But some big challenges remain

Southeast Asia's digital economy is projected to reach $263 billion in 2023, significantly driven by AI and increasing user sophistication.
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago
Tech industry

Earth Kurma Targets Southeast Asia With Rootkits and Cloud-Based Data Theft Tools

A new APT group, Earth Kurma, is targeting Southeast Asia's government and telecom sectors with sophisticated attacks involving custom malware and data exfiltration.
fromZDNET
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI can drive business growth in Southeast Asia. But some big challenges remain

Southeast Asia's digital economy is projected to reach $263 billion in 2023, significantly driven by AI and increasing user sophistication.
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago
Tech industry

Earth Kurma Targets Southeast Asia With Rootkits and Cloud-Based Data Theft Tools

A new APT group, Earth Kurma, is targeting Southeast Asia's government and telecom sectors with sophisticated attacks involving custom malware and data exfiltration.
more#cybersecurity
fromTheregister
1 week ago
European startups

Tariffs on Asian-made solar cells to skyrocket up to 3,521%

The U.S. is imposing steep tariffs on Southeast Asian solar panel imports to combat Chinese subsidized dumping practices.
#tariffs
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
US news

The US hikes tariffs on solar products from Asia

New tariffs up to 3,521% on solar cells from four Southeast Asian countries threaten US imports and the market viability of these products.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's Tariffs Leave No Safe Harbor for American Importers

Businesses must adapt to rising tariffs and geopolitical tensions to ensure their supply chains remain viable.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi Jinping is in Vietnam to figure out how to screw' the US, says Trump

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to strengthen ties amid U.S. tariffs, with Trump suggesting it targets American interests.
US news
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

The US hikes tariffs on solar products from Asia

New tariffs up to 3,521% on solar cells from four Southeast Asian countries threaten US imports and the market viability of these products.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Trump's Tariffs Leave No Safe Harbor for American Importers

Businesses must adapt to rising tariffs and geopolitical tensions to ensure their supply chains remain viable.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi Jinping is in Vietnam to figure out how to screw' the US, says Trump

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to strengthen ties amid U.S. tariffs, with Trump suggesting it targets American interests.
more#tariffs
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Southeast Asians in L.A. region are being detained, deported at routine ICE check-ins

Southeast Asian immigrants in Southern California face renewed deportation enforcement after years of deferral following routine ICE check-ins.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

He left an indelible impression': Catholics across Asia-Pacific mourn the Pope

Pope Francis's death evokes deep mourning in Southeast Asia and the Pacific, highlighting his legacy of humility and interfaith commitment.
#scams
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can Myanmar's scam centers be shut down for good? DW 03/03/2025

Many are lured into fake jobs in Southeast Asia, treated as slaves, and forced into scams.
Joint efforts by Thailand, Myanmar, and China aim to repatriate trafficked individuals.
A significant global response is essential for repatriation and addressing this crisis.
fromeuronews
1 week ago
Online marketing

UN warns Asian online scam operations are spreading across the world

Transnational organized crime groups from East and Southeast Asia are expanding their global scam operations amidst increasing law enforcement crackdowns.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can Myanmar's scam centers be shut down for good? DW 03/03/2025

Many are lured into fake jobs in Southeast Asia, treated as slaves, and forced into scams.
Joint efforts by Thailand, Myanmar, and China aim to repatriate trafficked individuals.
A significant global response is essential for repatriation and addressing this crisis.
fromeuronews
1 week ago
Online marketing

UN warns Asian online scam operations are spreading across the world

Transnational organized crime groups from East and Southeast Asia are expanding their global scam operations amidst increasing law enforcement crackdowns.
more#scams
#china
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
US politics

Did Xi Jinping succeed in winning support against Trump's tariff war?

China seeks to assert stability in Southeast Asia against US trade tensions.
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi Jinping Says There Are No Winners' in Tariff War

China seeks to position itself as a responsible superpower in Southeast Asia amid U.S.-China trade tensions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Xi Jinping seeks to strengthen economic ties during tour of south-east Asia

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to reinforce China's ties and present itself as a stable trade partner amidst escalating US trade tensions.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
US politics

Southeast Asia walks tightrope between China and US DW 04/17/2025

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia visit coincides with US tariff actions, positioning China as a stabilizing economic force.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi meets Malaysian leaders on Southeast Asia tour DW 04/16/2025

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to strengthen trade relations amid US tariffs.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
US politics

Did Xi Jinping succeed in winning support against Trump's tariff war?

China seeks to assert stability in Southeast Asia against US trade tensions.
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi Jinping Says There Are No Winners' in Tariff War

China seeks to position itself as a responsible superpower in Southeast Asia amid U.S.-China trade tensions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Xi Jinping seeks to strengthen economic ties during tour of south-east Asia

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to reinforce China's ties and present itself as a stable trade partner amidst escalating US trade tensions.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
US politics

Southeast Asia walks tightrope between China and US DW 04/17/2025

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia visit coincides with US tariff actions, positioning China as a stabilizing economic force.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi meets Malaysian leaders on Southeast Asia tour DW 04/16/2025

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to strengthen trade relations amid US tariffs.
more#china
#xi-jinping
World politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

China's Xi Courts Vietnam as Trade War With the U.S. Mounts

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to rally nations against U.S. tariffs, promoting stability and free trade amidst rising protectionism.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Xi Eyes Inroads In Asia, Europe Amid Trump's Tariffs And US-China Tensions

Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of multilateral trade during his Southeast Asia visit, contrasting China with the US amid current trade tensions.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi says no one wins in a trade war as he kicks off Southeast Asia tour

Xi Jinping emphasizes that trade wars have no winners during his Southeast Asia diplomatic tour.
China aims to counterbalance US tariffs and strengthen regional alliances.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
US politics

'No winners in a trade war' says China's leader Xi Jinping amid tariff anxiety in Southeast Asia

Xi Jinping stresses that trade wars result in no winners, urging for cooperation in global trade.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

No winners' in a trade war, proclaims China's Xi, as he heads to Vietnam on charm offensive

Xi Jinping warned that trade wars yield no winners and urged cooperation over protectionism during his Southeast Asia trip.
fromeuronews
1 week ago
US politics

China's Xi visits Cambodia to strengthen bilateral ties and trade

Xi Jinping's visit to Cambodia aims to bolster China's diplomatic and trade relations in Southeast Asia.
World politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

China's Xi Courts Vietnam as Trade War With the U.S. Mounts

Xi Jinping's Southeast Asia tour aims to rally nations against U.S. tariffs, promoting stability and free trade amidst rising protectionism.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Xi Eyes Inroads In Asia, Europe Amid Trump's Tariffs And US-China Tensions

Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of multilateral trade during his Southeast Asia visit, contrasting China with the US amid current trade tensions.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
US politics

China's Xi says no one wins in a trade war as he kicks off Southeast Asia tour

Xi Jinping emphasizes that trade wars have no winners during his Southeast Asia diplomatic tour.
China aims to counterbalance US tariffs and strengthen regional alliances.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
US politics

'No winners in a trade war' says China's leader Xi Jinping amid tariff anxiety in Southeast Asia

Xi Jinping stresses that trade wars result in no winners, urging for cooperation in global trade.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

No winners' in a trade war, proclaims China's Xi, as he heads to Vietnam on charm offensive

Xi Jinping warned that trade wars yield no winners and urged cooperation over protectionism during his Southeast Asia trip.
fromeuronews
1 week ago
US politics

China's Xi visits Cambodia to strengthen bilateral ties and trade

Xi Jinping's visit to Cambodia aims to bolster China's diplomatic and trade relations in Southeast Asia.
more#xi-jinping
E-Commerce
fromuxmag.com
2 weeks ago

Scenarios of Change: How Retail Adapts to Economic Shifts in Indonesia

E-commerce in Southeast Asia has evolved to become a mainstay by prioritizing foresight, adaptability, and understanding localized consumer behaviors.
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
US news

New Southeast Asia Survey Shows Greater Trust in the U.S. Than China This Yearbut There's a Catch

Southeast Asians show increased trust in the U.S. and preference to align with it over China, marking a significant reversal from last year.
London
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Investigating a Sprawling Money Laundering Network

Investment in investigative journalism unveils intricate money laundering networks.
The motivations behind the investigation stem from curiosity and tips about criminal activities in Southeast Asia.
#earthquake
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
World news

Shock Video Captures the Moment a Massive Earthquake Brings Down a High-Rise In Bangkok

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake caused widespread destruction in Southeast Asia, primarily in Myanmar, with a high human toll and significant infrastructural damage.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
US news

7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Southeast Asia, centered in Mandalay, Myanmar, with tremors felt in Bangkok, Thailand.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Shock Video Captures the Moment a Massive Earthquake Brings Down a High-Rise In Bangkok

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake caused widespread destruction in Southeast Asia, primarily in Myanmar, with a high human toll and significant infrastructural damage.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
US news

7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Southeast Asia, centered in Mandalay, Myanmar, with tremors felt in Bangkok, Thailand.
more#earthquake
World news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What We Know About the Earthquake in Myanmar

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused widespread devastation and loss of life, affecting multiple countries in Southeast Asia.
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago
Chicago

The ultimate two-week itinerary for Vietnam

Vietnam offers diverse experiences from vibrant cities to beautiful coastlines and rich cuisine, making it an ideal destination for a two-week exploration.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Cruise passengers were told to draw curtains and turn off lights as they passed through a pirate hot spot

Cunard's Queen Anne increased security for passengers sailing through piracy-prone areas, advising safety measures and restrictions.
Marketing tech
fromSocial Media Today
1 month ago

TikTok Tops Download Charts in February, Despite US Download Ban

TikTok's U.S. download ban had minimal impact, with growth in Southeast Asia offsetting losses.
Threads is gaining traction in specific markets despite an overall low ranking in downloads.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

USAID's demise raises fears for millions of lives across the Global South

Trump's administration cut 83% of aid programs, jeopardizing progress against malaria in Southeast Asia, particularly in Myanmar.
#human-trafficking
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is China Really Powerless to Stop the Scamdemic'? The Truth Is More Complex

Wang Xing's trafficking ordeal highlights the alarming rise of human trafficking linked to online scams in Southeast Asia.
fromeuronews
2 months ago
UK news

China starts repatriating citizens freed from scam centres in Myanmar

Around 7,000 workers rescued from scam centres await repatriation through collaboration between China, Myanmar, and Thailand.
fromWIRED
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meta Finally Breaks Its Silence on Pig Butchering

Over 200,000 people have been trafficked for online scams since 2020, resulting in massive financial losses globally.
fromTheregister
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

China and frieds say they're hurting cyber-slave scam camps

The LMLEC's regional cooperation is effectively combatting cyber-scam slave camps in Southeast Asia.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is China Really Powerless to Stop the Scamdemic'? The Truth Is More Complex

Wang Xing's trafficking ordeal highlights the alarming rise of human trafficking linked to online scams in Southeast Asia.
fromeuronews
2 months ago
UK news

China starts repatriating citizens freed from scam centres in Myanmar

Around 7,000 workers rescued from scam centres await repatriation through collaboration between China, Myanmar, and Thailand.
fromWIRED
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meta Finally Breaks Its Silence on Pig Butchering

Over 200,000 people have been trafficked for online scams since 2020, resulting in massive financial losses globally.
fromTheregister
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

China and frieds say they're hurting cyber-slave scam camps

The LMLEC's regional cooperation is effectively combatting cyber-scam slave camps in Southeast Asia.
more#human-trafficking
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago
Mobile UX

Oppo led Southeast Asian smartphone market in 2024

Oppo outsold all competitors in Southeast Asia for the first time in 2024, capturing 18% market share.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
France news

Southeast Asia looks to nuclear power to supercharge its energy transition

Nuclear energy is increasingly seen as a solution for cleaner energy in Southeast Asia.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC parents

I'm using my maternity leave to go backpacking around the world - people say I'm crazy but I don't care

Esther Draycott embarked on a world backpacking trip with her family during maternity leave, challenging traditional norms.
#cultural-heritage
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

A museum's confession: why we have looted objects

The loss of looted artifacts can promote relationships built on equity and collaboration.
from48 hills
3 months ago
Design

'Spirit House' negotiates generational worlds to transcend linear time - 48 hills

The exhibition Spirit House explores the concepts of life, death, and spiritual connections through various artistic mediums.
Curator Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander links personal experiences of sleep paralysis to broader cultural beliefs about spirits and life after death.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

A museum's confession: why we have looted objects

The loss of looted artifacts can promote relationships built on equity and collaboration.
from48 hills
3 months ago
Design

'Spirit House' negotiates generational worlds to transcend linear time - 48 hills

The exhibition Spirit House explores the concepts of life, death, and spiritual connections through various artistic mediums.
Curator Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander links personal experiences of sleep paralysis to broader cultural beliefs about spirits and life after death.
more#cultural-heritage
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Thai LGBTQ+ Couples Register Marriages as Landmark Equality Law Takes Effect

Thailand's Marriage Equality Act grants LGBTQ+ couples legal recognition, marking a historic milestone for equal rights in Southeast Asia.
fromWashington Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The countries of Southeast Asia work together to quash dissent

Southeast Asian countries are collaborating to intimidate and extradite exiled government critics, regardless of their status.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why militarist leaders dominate Southeast Asia's politics DW 11/20/2024

Southeast Asia is witnessing a troubling trend of militarized leadership, undermining civilian governance in various countries.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Queer and Fighting for Climate Justice in Southeast Asia - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Aidil Iman Aidid's climate advocacy highlights the intersection of climate justice and LGBTQIA+ rights amid significant regional vulnerabilities.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Malaysia struggles to halt plastic waste imports from Europe DW 10/30/2024

Malaysia continues to be a major importer of EU plastic waste, despite government promises to limit this practice.
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