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Marina Bay Sands, the city skyline and the Singapore Flyer lit at night
ASEAN Tech

Singapore Asks Critical-Infrastructure Boards to Review Cybersecurity as Frontier AI Cuts Exploit Development From Months to Hours

On 5 May 2026, Singapore's CSA wrote to the boards of all CII owners expecting a review of cyber-risk posture against AI-enabled threats, which can cut exploit development from months to hours.

23 May 2026 · 14 min read
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ASEAN Tech

From Johor to the World: How the JS-SEZ Is Becoming Southeast Asia's AI Infrastructure Powerhouse

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone is becoming a major regional AI infrastructure cluster, drawing data centre investment with cheaper land, competitive power costs and a bilateral framework.

8 May 2026 · 7 min read
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ASEAN Tech

Indonesia's Digital Economy Nears $100 Billion — And SMEs Are Finally Getting Their Share

Indonesia's digital economy was on track for nearly US$100 billion in 2025, according to the e-Conomy SEA report, with SME fintech access expanding. Here is the full picture for ASEAN businesses.

6 May 2026 · 5 min read
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ASEAN Tech

Singapore MOH Launches AIHGle 2.0 — New AI Healthcare Guidelines Put Patients First

Singapore's MOH and HSA launched AIHGle 2.0 in March 2026 — refreshed AI healthcare guidelines covering safety, fairness, and accountability. Here is what ASEAN health tech companies need to know.

5 May 2026 · 5 min read
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ASEAN Tech

Vietnam Emerges as ASEAN's New Tech Manufacturing Hub as China+1 Strategies Mature

Vietnam is consolidating its position as ASEAN's leading tech manufacturing hub as China+1 strategies mature. Here is what this means for ASEAN businesses and investors.

5 May 2026 · 5 min read
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ASEAN Tech

Thailand's EV Revolution: How Southeast Asia's Car Industry Is Being Reshaped

Thailand is becoming ASEAN's electric vehicle manufacturing hub as Chinese EV makers enter the market. Here is what the region's automotive transformation means for businesses.

5 May 2026 · 5 min read
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ASEAN Tech

The Philippines Is One of ASEAN's Fastest-Growing Digital Economies

The Philippines is one of ASEAN's fastest-growing digital economies, driven by e-wallet adoption, BPO expansion, and mobile-first consumer behaviour.

5 May 2026 · 4 min read
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ASEAN Tech

Singapore's S$37B RIE2030 Plan — What It Means for Tech Startups and Researchers

Singapore's Budget 2026 committed S$37 billion to the RIE2030 Research, Innovation and Enterprise plan. Here is what this means for tech startups, researchers, and enterprises.

5 May 2026 · 5 min read
Glass high-rise towers in a city financial district at dusk
ASEAN Tech

How to Use AI Tools Responsibly in Your Business — A Practical Guide for ASEAN SMEs

A practical guide to using AI tools responsibly in ASEAN SMEs. Covers data privacy, PDPA compliance, staff training, and getting value from AI without the risk.

5 May 2026 · 5 min read
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ASEAN Tech

ASEAN Fintech Is Moving From Pilot to Platform — And 99% of Regional Firms Stand to Benefit

Recent WEF and Money20/20 data show ASEAN fintech maturing: Funding Societies has disbursed over $4.38 billion to 100,000+ SMEs, and most APAC fintech leaders put social impact at the core.

5 May 2026 · 5 min read
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