Events
Verified incidents across the Indo-Pacific with transparent confidence scoring. See our methodology for how events are assessed.
Japan to air new TV drama episodes in Thailand in overseas content push
Japan is set to air new episodes of a TV drama in Thailand as part of its initiative to expand overseas content. This move highlights Japan's strategy to enhance cultural ties in Southeast Asia.
South Korea to drop plan for ammonia use in coal plants: energy minister
The South Korean energy minister announced the decision to abandon plans for ammonia usage in coal power plants.
Japan's Mizuno makes a play in India market with cricket gear
Japan's Mizuno has announced plans to expand its market presence in India by introducing cricket gear. This move is seen as a strategic entry into a growing sports market.
China’s World AI Cooperation Organization Agenda
Insights from Gloria Chen on China's agenda regarding the World AI Cooperation Organization. The impact of these developments on global AI governance remains to be seen.
Why Asia Is More Enthusiastic About AI Than the West
In China, India, and much of Southeast Asia, populations perceive the net benefits of AI to be greater than the drawbacks. This sentiment suggests a growing enthusiasm for AI technologies in the region compared to the West.
U.S. Marine Corps ACVs to Counter Drones with Anduril Jammer Package
The U.S. Marine Corps plans to equip amphibious assault vehicles with Anduril's jammers to counter drones. This program is set to initiate this fall, following previous notices regarding electronic warfare capabilities.
Oppo A7 Pro Max is here, and that 10,000mAh battery is the whole point
Oppo has officially launched the A7 Pro Max smartphone featuring a 10,000mAh battery. This remarkable capacity aims to appeal to power users.
Japan's SBI Shinsei, regional banks, KKR join forces for big loans
Japan's SBI Shinsei Bank has partnered with regional banks and KKR to facilitate significant loans. This collaboration reflects ongoing trends in banking alliances in the region.
AI-designed fashion gives boost to Japan apparel giant World
A leading apparel company in Japan, World, is reportedly leveraging AI technology for fashion design. This innovation is said to enhance their competitiveness in the industry.
Laundromat demand draws washer makers to Thailand, Philippines
Washer manufacturers are increasingly moving operations to Thailand and the Philippines due to rising demand from laundromats. This shift could impact the regional manufacturing landscape and supply chains.
Jim Cramer Names Micron Technology as Top Memory Stock Pick
Jim Cramer discussed technology allocations and highlighted Micron Technology as a top pick for memory stocks. This comes amid short-term price surges in memory and storage sectors. Cramer's comments reflect trends in the semiconductor market.
HP, Asus and Acer begin using CXMT chips amid memory shortage
HP, Asus, and Acer have started utilizing CXMT chips as global memory shortages continue to impact the industry.
Data Center Semiconductor Market Size to Hit $1,047.27 Billion by 2035 | SNS Insider
The global Data Center Semiconductor Market was valued at USD 109 billion and is projected to grow significantly. SNS Insider reports the market size may reach USD 1,047.27 billion by 2035 — not independently verified.
Burry reportedly profited from bets against AI chip stocks in July — not independently verified
Michael Burry, known for his role in 'The Big Short', reportedly made successful bets against microchip stocks in July. This speculation revolves around the performance of AI chip stocks, although details on the outcomes are not independently verified.