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Pang Ruoming built Apple’s foundational AI models, but secrecy and internal gridlock kept his team in the shadows—until he walked.

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Built to predict the next best word, AI has become adept at reflecting human empathy. For many, that reflection is enough to offer comfort.

“This must be painful for you”: How AI became our emotional mirror

A real debate is brewing over whether Moonshot AI’s latest open-source model belongs in the top echelon of AI.

Is Kimi K2 strong enough to spark China’s next “DeepSeek moment?”

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Exploring Vietnam&#8217;s Rising Role in the Gaming Industry — Insights from Sparx* General Manager Samuel Stevenin

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Ethlas, a Web3 platform, combines blockchain and gaming technology, creating a decentralized ecosystem for play-to-earn experiences and NFT integration.

Ethlas

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

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How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

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The company is building a framework with four key components to create seamless gaming experiences.

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Vietnam unicorn VNG opens data center to cash in on storage law. Startup eyeing US IPO benefits from rule blasted by global tech groups.

Vietnam unicorn VNG opens data center to cash in on storage law

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The Uptake | Esports: No Child’s Play. The booming gaming industry has created new opportunities for content creators and brands.

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Ampverse founder and CEO, Ferdinand Gutierrez on building a gaming ecosystem that spans esports teams, gaming talent, commerce, and Web3 products.

“Esports needs more heart”: Q&A with Ampverse founder and CEO, Ferdinand Gutierrez

“Esports needs more heart”: Q&#038;A with Ampverse founder and CEO, Ferdinand Gutierrez

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Duckie Land places first at Alibaba x KrASIA Global Startup Accelerator Indonesia Demo Day. Duckie Land is a cross-platform multiplayer online game.

Duckie Land places first at Alibaba x KrASIA Global Startup Accelerator Indonesia Demo Day

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

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

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Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

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Sony, a Japanese electronics pioneer, excels in gaming consoles, home entertainment systems, audio devices, and cinematic production.

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Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

Tencent tops Apple, Sony to take gaming market crown. The Chinese tech giant crafts global portfolio with over 180 investments.

Tencent tops Apple, Sony to take gaming market crown

The rise of FIGHT Esports in the golden age of competitive gaming. FIGHT Esports plans to bring blockchain and NFTs to the wide world of e-sports.