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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

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Laiye, China’s leader in intelligent automation, has raised USD 50 million in Series C+ funding.

Laiye closes USD 50 million Series C+ round | KrASIA

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Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

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What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

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Myanmar coup

The protests and military response have led to a state of social and economic paralysis, affecting the banking system, supply chains, and businesses' operations across the country.

As distrust over the banking system looms in Myanmar, the 'fintech revolution' is staved off | KrASIA

As distrust over the banking system looms in Myanmar, the &#8216;fintech revolution&#8217; is staved off

Meta oversees social networks (like Facebook and Instagram), messaging apps, VR platforms, and digital ads, connecting billions across continents.

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Although Facebook has been banned in the country since February 7, a week after Myanmar military seized power, many Burmese users have continued to use the platform to express their support for the anti-coup movement and stay up to date on current events. Now, Facebook has allowed Burmese internet users to add one more safety protocol by securing their accounts, so users who aren't their friends will not be able to access their profiles.

Facebook rolls out new safety feature to protect Myanmar protestors | KrASIA

Facebook rolls out new safety feature to protect Myanmar protestors

What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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How do machines identify faces? Examine security measures, privacy debates, and tech frameworks driving facial recognition adoption.

Facial Recognition

'Poorly edited' or 'forged'? The video of one minister's corruption confession is the latest flashpoint in Myanmar.

Did Myanmar's military deepfake a minister's corruption confession? | KrASIA

Did Myanmar&#8217;s military deepfake a minister&#8217;s corruption confession?

For many in Myanmar, it has been 50 days of agony since the February 1 coup. Starting with recurring nightly internet blackouts mid-February, the junta further throttled communications by blocking mobile internet services and shutting down all public WiFi services last week, leaving people’s livelihoods, information access, and the economy in tatters. It is costing lives, say local entrepreneurs and activists.

Myanmar’s internet blackouts are costing the economy and threaten lives | KrASIA

Myanmar’s internet blackouts are costing the economy and threaten lives

How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

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Myanmar blocked mobile internet services on Monday, a day after 70 people have been killed in the bloodiest crackdown since the military coup on February 1, reported Radio Free Asia.

Myanmar blocks mobile internet after bloodiest night since coup | KrASIA

Myanmar blocks mobile internet after bloodiest night since coup

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Major global tech firms have stepped up to reexamine the use of their platforms by military-owned companies including state telco Mytel and television network MRTV, but activists argue that only “stance and action” could prevent the situation from worsening.

Myanmar’s state-run enterprises shunned by global tech firms | KrASIA

Myanmar’s state-run enterprises shunned by global tech firms

As social media emerges to become a virtual battleground for Myanmar's anti-coup protesters galvanizing support from the international community, apps and websites are springing up to help local consumers to identify products and businesses associated with the military.

Myanmar protestors use apps to boycott military-linked products and businesses | KrASIA

Myanmar protestors use apps to boycott military-linked products and businesses

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Facebook on Wednesday said that it removed 185 accounts and pages associated with the Thai military, that posted content about alleged violence by insurgent groups in southern Thailand, as well as criticism on separatist and independence movements, according to a report of the company.