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Nvidia develops GPUs for gaming, AI, and data centers, fueling graphics, machine learning, and compute-intensive workloads.

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Speaking at the same event, Hyundai CEO Chang says hydrogen will be a key focus.

"AI will acquire a human form," top Nvidia executive tells Nikkei forum

&#8220;AI will acquire a human form,&#8221; top Nvidia executive tells Nikkei forum

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Industry experts urge calm as tempered demand and strategy shifts drive down Nvidia’s GPU rentals.

Nvidia GPU rentals drop sharply, but experts say no cause for panic

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Deals in brief: Supermom confirms Series B round, Clime Capital backs Indonesia’s Hijau, Waymo raises USD 5.6 billion, and more

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Beatbot is charging a premium for its pool-cleaning robots, and the hefty price tag isn't deterring buyers.

Can a USD 2,199 pool cleaning robot succeed in the US market? Beatbot is betting on it

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The US EV industry is running into roadblocks, and a mix of political resistance and outdated strategies could be the root cause.

Why the US struggles with EVs, and it may be their own doing

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

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Cybercab and Robovan stole the show at Tesla’s October 10 event, but Musk’s track record of shifting timelines and sparse details casts doubt on how soon they’ll hit the streets.

Tesla unveils Cybercab and Robovan, but Musk leaves questions unanswered

OpenAI researches advanced AI models, like ChatGPT, contributing to natural language processing, machine learning, and innovation in AI.

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Singapore is one of several cities where OpenAI will open new offices, aiming to strengthen its connections across APAC and meet growing demand for AI solutions.

ChatGPT maker OpenAI expands into Singapore, targets APAC growth

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Deals in brief: Clout Kitchen and Salmon score funding, Meta awards AI grants at Singapore event, Antler backs Canterly again, and more

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Bookings sink as US importers halt orders, raising fears of empty store shelves.

Trump's China tariffs spark shipping disruptions comparable to Covid-19

Trump&#8217;s China tariffs spark shipping disruptions comparable to Covid-19

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

Alibaba Cloud powers scalable cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity solutions, supporting businesses’ digital transformation worldwide.

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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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From learning tools to ad engines, teams prototyped AI applications aimed at solving practical challenges across industries.

AI in action: Inside the innovations from Alibaba Cloud’s Singapore hackathon

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With a localized strategy and China-tested tech, Yup is expanding credit access across emerging markets in the region.

Can Yup become Southeast Asia’s answer to Nubank?

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