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Google Maps and Apple Maps have different names for the same body of water

Mei Ling Tan February 11, 2025

In case you haven’t noticed it yet, the Gulf of Mexico today has been officially renamed the Gulf of America in the U.S. on Google Maps. We first told you about…

Let Tinder’s AI propose the best match for you

Mei Ling Tan February 11, 2025

Tinder, probably the most popular dating app out there, is not getting the love lately: it’s steadily losing users month after month now. So, changes have to be made: upgrades are to…

Vietjet announces partnership with OpenAirlines to enhance fuel efficiency with AI-driven optimisation

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2025

Vietjet has signed a strategic partnership with OpenAirlines, a global leader in AI-driven airline fuel efficiency solutions. With this collaboration, Vietjet becomes the first airline in Vietnam to adopt SkyBreathe,…

Apple makes a power play for your subscription dollars

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2025

As previously reported by Mark Gurman, Apple Insider at Bloomberg News, Apple is showing clear signs that it intends to double down on its subscription strategy. From making significant changes to AppleCare and…

NEC Reveals Solution to Modernize Telco Infrastructure

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2025

By leveraging cloud-native technology and virtualization, the new solution promises to reduce the time required to build mobile infrastructure—from Radio Access Network (RAN) to core—by approximately 60%, compared to traditional methods.…

Nokia to Upgrade Vietnam’s Air Traffic Network

Mei Ling Tan February 10, 2025

The project will replace the existing Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) transport system with Internet Protocol/Multi-Protocol Label Switching (IP/MPLS) technology, enhancing security and reliability in southern Vietnam. The initiative will provide Ho…

Enhancing User Experience with 5.5G in Malaysia

Mei Ling Tan February 7, 2025

Malaysia’s 5G journey officially began with a bold push from the government and industry stakeholders to establish a robust and high-speed 5G infrastructure. Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB), the government-backed entity…

Australia Restricts DeepSeek AI on Government Devices

Mei Ling Tan February 7, 2025

Australia has prohibited the use of DeepSeek on all government devices due to concerns about security risks posed by the Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) startup. The Secretary of the Department of…

Fuel prices drop

Mei Ling Tan February 7, 2025

Gasoline and diesel prices in Vietnam mostly fell Thursday afternoon. The popular gasoline RON95 was priced at VND20,920, down 0.38% from seven days ago. E5 RON92 gained 0.25% to VND20,440.…

Thailand’s car production in 2024 drops to four-year low

Mei Ling Tan February 7, 2025

Thailand’s car production in 2024 dropped 20% from the previous year to a four-year low, owing to weaker domestic sales and exports, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) said. Car…

The iPhone SE 4 will be introduced in just days

Mei Ling Tan February 7, 2025

The eagerly awaited iPhone SE 4 could be unveiled next week, as soon as February 11th according to Bloomberg. While the so-called “budget model” could be introduced in days, it…

Marketplace Shake-Up: Amazon Thrives, Catch Closes, Chinese Platforms to Stall

Mei Ling Tan February 6, 2025

Australia’s marketplace sector is rapidly transforming, with Amazon strengthening its dominance, Wesfarmers closing Catch, and doubts growing around Temu and Shein, according to new research from ecommerce and marketplace accelerator,…

Google TV removes several free channels from its impressive library

Mei Ling Tan February 6, 2025

Google TV is doing a great job keeping consumers entertained thanks to its impressive collection of free channels. Each month Google TV adds a new batch of free channels, so it’s…

Vietnam labor export firms expand to new markets

Mei Ling Tan February 4, 2025

Labor export companies are shifting their focus to new markets such as Poland and Australia to find job opportunities for workers.Eastern Sea Labor Export, Services, and Trade (Estrala) in HCMC…

Fruit, vegetable exports decline as China raises quality bar

Mei Ling Tan February 4, 2025

Vietnam exported US$417 million worth of fruits and vegetables in January, down 5.2% year-on-year and 11.3% from the previous month as China tightened safety requirements. It now requires testing for…

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Google Maps and Apple Maps have different names for the same body of water

Let Tinder’s AI propose the best match for you

Vietjet announces partnership with OpenAirlines to enhance fuel efficiency with AI-driven optimisation

Apple makes a power play for your subscription dollars

NEC Reveals Solution to Modernize Telco Infrastructure

Nokia to Upgrade Vietnam’s Air Traffic Network

Enhancing User Experience with 5.5G in Malaysia

Australia Restricts DeepSeek AI on Government Devices

Fuel prices drop

Thailand’s car production in 2024 drops to four-year low

The iPhone SE 4 will be introduced in just days

Marketplace Shake-Up: Amazon Thrives, Catch Closes, Chinese Platforms to Stall

Google TV removes several free channels from its impressive library

Vietnam labor export firms expand to new markets

Fruit, vegetable exports decline as China raises quality bar

IndiaMart Boosts Spend on AI Solutions, Battling Bogus Listings and Ushering in Enhanced Content Checks

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