AI/artificial intelligence

‘Moltbook’ social media site for AI agents had big security hole, cyber firm Wiz says

Moltbook is a Reddit-like site advertised as a “social network built exclusively for AI agents” through which AI chatbots can "compare notes about their work".

Singapore factory activity accelerates on demand for AI products and chips

The purchasing managers’ index - a barometer of the overall manufacturing industry’s health - rose from 50.3 points in December 2025 to 50.5 points.

AI won’t bring you closer to God

In the search for spiritual guidance, people are bowing to screens as they turn to AI for answers, says the writer.

Singtel Singapore CEO flying the national flag high after bidding goodbye to corporate America

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Portraits of Singtel Singapore CEO Ng Tian Chong, 61, photographed at Singtel office in Singapore Post Centre, Jan 12, 2026.

AI is upon us. So why is South Korea still fixated on rote learning?

One clear formula for success has long dominated in South Korea: intense study for the largely multiple-choice college entrance exam, followed by entrance to a prestigious university.

Japan election: AI-doctored video of campaign broadcast goes viral

Japan's Centrist Reform Alliance co-leaders Tetsuo Saito and Yoshihiko Noda wave to voters during a campaign event in Tokyo, Japan, on Jan 23.

Singtel shares jump on report telco, KKR near deal to buy STT Global Data Centres

Temasek unit ST Telemedia owns about 82 per cent of STT GDC, while KKR already holds about 14 per cent and Singtel more than 4 per cent.

Smart toys for kids bring excitement - but also raise some tough questions

AI robotic pets, such as BabyAlpha, seen here interacting with children at a store in Nanjing, China, will get smarter over time. But the writer wonders if smarter toys are diminishing the value of childhood play.

China’s genius plan to win the AI race is already paying off

While others like these high school students in Anhui province swot for China’s feared college admissions exams, the gaokao, those on the genius track can bag places at top universities before they are out of high school.

Indonesia permits Elon Musk’s Grok to resume service after ban

Grok has received condemnation globally after the AI-tool for was used to generate undressed images of women and children.

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