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Google tests a new look for dynamic color themes in Gboard

Mei Ling Tan October 30, 2024

Google has been found to be experimenting with a new look for the dynamic color themes in Gboard for Android. The change is subtle, but noticeable. Instead of using three different colors…

Amazon Kindle Vella to be discontinued in February 2025

Mei Ling Tan October 30, 2024

Amazon has made the decision to shut down its Kindle Vella serialized story platform in February 2025. The platform, launched in 2021, was intended to be a way for readers to discover…

Microsoft Teams announces new chat and channels experience for all platforms

Mei Ling Tan October 30, 2024

In a rare moment of sincerity, Microsoft admitted that Teams offers a sub-par experience in comparison with the competition, and decided to remove some key features, which were obsolete and no longer…

Google Play Store may soon use AI to answer your app questions

Mei Ling Tan October 30, 2024

Google has been pouring resources into artificial intelligence lately, so it’s no shocker that it wants to weave AI into more of its products. The latest target? The Play Store –…

UBS Sees Uninterrupted Client Momentum

Mei Ling Tan October 30, 2024

Switzerland’s largest bank reports strong transactional activity in its core business and expects to achieve its objective of $100 billion in net new assets by the end of the year.…

Indonesia blocks Apple from selling iPhone 16

Mei Ling Tan October 29, 2024

Indonesia has blocked Apple from selling the iPhone 16 in the country but still allows travelers to bring it in for personal use. The iPhone 16, released in September, is…

FedEx appoints new Vice President for Southeast Asia

Mei Ling Tan October 28, 2024

Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has appointed Bianca Wong as the new Regional Vice President for Southeast Asia. Bianca, previously Vice President of Human…

Laos’ sprouting durian industry strives for exports to China

Mei Ling Tan October 28, 2024

Durian production in Laos has come to fruition and the industry is seeking opportunities to export to China – the world’s largest consumer of the stinky fruit. Tao Jian, a…

China Launches Pilot for Foreign-Owned Data Centers

Mei Ling Tan October 28, 2024

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology’s initiative will establish specific zones where foreign-owned facilities can offer digital infrastructure services to local companies. Jin Zhuanglong, the Minister of Industry and Information Technology,…

PLDT Secures Social Loan for Fiber Expansion

Mei Ling Tan October 25, 2024

Social loans are financing solutions that are implemented to generate positive social outcomes, such as improving access to affordable basic infrastructure and essential services. In a filing with the Philippine…

How India’s Telecommunications Sector is Driving Digital Literacy

Mei Ling Tan October 25, 2024

Digital literacy goes beyond basic computer skills; it involves the ability to access, evaluate, and use digital platforms effectively. With the rapid digitization of essential services like education, healthcare, and financial…

Chinese online seller Temu not registered in Vietnam as required by law

Mei Ling Tan October 25, 2024

Chinese e-commerce platform Temu is not registered in Vietnam but still allows local consumers to shop on it. We have asked the Vietnam e-Commerce and Digital Economy Agency about it…

First Lotteria store in Singapore to launch next year

Mei Ling Tan October 25, 2024

The first store of South Korea’s famous fast food chain Lotteria in Singapore is set to be opened in the second quarter next year. Food and beverage company Katrina Group…

Instagram unveils spooky suite of features for Halloween

Mei Ling Tan October 25, 2024

In anticipation of Halloween, Instagram has launched a collection of interactive features and creative tools designed to elevate user engagement and celebrate the spooky season. These features, available until November…

How Seamless Shopping Journeys Are Reviving Physical Retail Stores

Mei Ling Tan October 24, 2024

With ecommerce projected to capture 41% of global retail sales by 2027, it might seem counterintuitive for retailers to continue investing in new and existing physical stores. Yet, retailers like Fujifilm, Sketchers,…

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Google tests a new look for dynamic color themes in Gboard

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Indonesia blocks Apple from selling iPhone 16

FedEx appoints new Vice President for Southeast Asia

Laos’ sprouting durian industry strives for exports to China

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