Hà Nội is paving the way for the future of smart urban living with ambitious plans for digital transformation and sustainable development. At the Việt Nam-Asia Smart City Conference 2024, leaders and experts met to share insights on how data and technology can revolutionize cities across Asia.

China’s digital trade reform is set to revolutionize global commerce, aiming for digitally delivered services to make up 45% of services trade by 2029. This initiative will boost China’s trade competitiveness, however, it raises important questions about how other countries will respond and whether this move will disrupt the global digital economy.

AI is rewriting the rules of education, with 94% of AI-generated work going undetected and often scoring higher than human submissions. Is academic integrity on the brink of collapse?

While digital tools like blockchain and AI offer hope in fighting corruption, experts warn that technology must be paired with robust laws, leadership, and access to create real change.

Vietnam’s start-up ecosystem is surging ahead, with over 4,000 start-ups and rising global rankings. Leaders stress the need for bold action, collaboration, and innovation for national growth.

The FTC's action against Evolv Technology exposes the risks of overstating AI’s capabilities, especially in critical areas like public safety. How do we hold AI to higher standards?

AI is reshaping education, but a balance must be struck. Indonesia's education ministry focuses on human-centered AI use, ethics, technical integration, and system design for students.

Generative AI is revolutionizing architecture, cutting weeks of work into minutes. Yet, as Kengo Kuma notes, human intuition and judgment are irreplaceable when it comes to creating meaningful designs

The smartphone industry is undergoing a seismic shift as generative AI reshapes the way we interact with our devices. From real-time translation to personalized AI services, the future is here.

MIT researchers have introduced an innovative algorithm, Model-Based Transfer Learning (MBTL), to train AI agents more efficiently for complex tasks like traffic control. By focusing on the most impactful tasks in a system, MBTL delivers up to 50 times the efficiency of traditional methods, reducing training costs while improving reliability and performance.

Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare, has launched an AI-powered traffic management system to combat congestion and improve road safety. The system dynamically adjusts signals using real-time data, promising smoother commutes and reduced fuel costs while setting a benchmark for African urban innovation.

Nvidia's Q3 revenue soared by 94%, fueled by strong AI chip demand and the launch of its next-gen Blackwell processors. The data center segment led the charge, with revenue growing 112% year-over-year, as industry giants like Microsoft and OpenAI integrate Nvidia's cutting-edge technology.

In Greater Manchester, AI cameras have flagged thousands of drivers for using phones or neglecting seat belts. While officials view it as a critical safety move, others question if this signals a shift towards increased surveillance in everyday life.

Rakuten has introduced an unmanned delivery service in Tokyo's Chuo Ward, marking its first foray into automated delivery in the city. The service allows customers to order from thousands of items and have them delivered by robots to various pick-up points.

The 2024 Africa Tech Festival wrapped up as a historic event celebrating technological trailblazers across the continent. With an emphasis on skills development and gender diversity in tech, the festival showcased pioneering achievements and fostered collaboration among Africa’s leading innovators.

This holiday season, AI is stepping into Santa's boots to make personalized phone calls to children, blending technology with tradition. From tailored greetings to festive chats, discover how AI is reshaping the magic of Christmas.

U.S. corporations are eyeing significant opportunities in China’s modernization of traditional industries and its development of new sectors. Companies like Milliken & Co. and GE Vernova are enhancing their technological foothold in the country, benefiting from China's commitment to energy transition and product innovation.

China's YLC-2E radar, unveiled at the China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, is a world-first with AI-enhanced detection of stealth aircraft. Its modular design and intelligent algorithms provide resilience against jamming and improved energy efficiency for target identification.

Indonesia's elementary schools will soon offer coding and AI as elective subjects to foster critical and systematic thinking among students, supporting President Widodo's push for enhanced human resource quality through fun and interactive education.

DBS Bank has shifted from AI experimentation to widespread application, employing AI to boost operational efficiency and customer engagement. This strategic move includes AI-driven customer service tools and advanced risk management systems, which have notably reduced service handling times by 20% and increased scam funds recovery by 17%.