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Bangkok, Thailand – True Corporation has partnered with Google to launch two AI education programmes aimed at improving digital skills and awareness among young people in Thailand. The initiative introduces the “Gemini Academy for Students” and the “AI Literacy & Safety Module,” which will provide...
The rollout comes as financial scams continue to rise in the country. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs Malaysia, Malaysians lost RM2.77 billion to financial fraud in 2025.
South Korea – Tourists and locals in South Korea may finally get fully functional Google Maps after the government conditionally approved the transfer of high-precision map data abroad. The move comes under strict conditions designed to protect national security. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure...
Tokyo, Japan – Rakuten Group, Inc. has partnered with Google to introduce YouTube Shopping to Rakuten Ichiba, marking the first time the affiliate programme has launched with a company in Japan. The collaboration enables viewers to purchase products featured in YouTube videos directly from Rakuten Ichiba. ...
Singapore – Google has announced a significant expansion of its artificial intelligence investment in Singapore, growing its local research and development footprint and launching new national initiatives aligned with the country’s AI strategy. The announcements were made at the second Google for Singapore...
Manila, Philippines — Google has appointed Nikki Del Gallego as the new country lead for YouTube Philippines. In her view, the role is a platform to empower businesses, creators, and the nation—ensuring that the Philippines does not just participate in the AI revolution, but plays a leading role in it....
The rapid succession of legal actions reflects intensifying tensions between Big Tech platforms and publishers over how online content is monetized and valued.
Singapore — Samsung Electronics has announced plans to introduce Google Photos features to Samsung TVs from 2026, marking Google Photos’ first appearance on television screens. The initial rollout is expected to begin with the Memories feature, with additional tools scheduled to follow later in the year....
Singapore issues directives to Apple and Google to curb government-agency spoofing on messaging apps
The directives, issued under the Online Criminal Harms Act (OCHA), are aimed at preventing scammers from impersonating Singapore government agencies on the two messaging platforms.
The company said the initiative aligns with the member organisations’ commitment to responsible AI adoption.
