AGIBOT Introduces Worken to Measure Robot Productivity in Real-World Tasks

AGIBOT co-founder Peng Zhihui introduces the Worken robot productivity framework at Innovation Day 2026 in Shanghai.

SHANGHAI, Oct 29 – Chinese robotics company AGIBOT has introduced Worken, a new framework designed to measure how much productive work robots can perform in real-world environments. The announcement was made at AGIBOT Innovation Day 2026 in Shanghai. The company said the framework aims to measure more than the number of robots manufactured or deployed. […]

eCloudvalley Renews AWS Partnership to Expand Enterprise AI Across Asia-Pacific

eCloudvalley and Amazon Web Services representatives sign a renewed strategic collaboration agreement.

SINGAPORE, Oct 30 – eCloudvalley has renewed its strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS), strengthening its plans to expand enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) solutions across Asia-Pacific. The renewed multi-year agreement marks the second collaboration between the two companies. Their first agreement was signed in 2023. Under the partnership, eCloudvalley will focus on four […]

Can AI Provide Care? CNN Innovate Explores Robots and AI Companions

AI companion and assistive robots supporting people in caregiving settings.

HONG KONG, Oct 29 – Artificial intelligence (AI) could help address staff shortages in healthcare and caregiving. CNN’s Innovate explores how AI companions and robots may support older adults and people living with health conditions. The upcoming episode travels across the United States to examine new technologies designed to provide companionship, assist with daily tasks […]

Dragonpass Showcases AI-Powered Travel Solutions at ITB Asia 2026

Dragonpass presents AI-powered travel and membership solutions at ITB Asia 2026.

SINGAPORE, 29 October 2026 – Dragonpass showcased its AI-powered travel experiences and membership solutions at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore. The event took place at Marina Bay Sands from October 21 to 23. It brought together travel businesses and industry professionals to explore new opportunities in tourism. Dragonpass presented its services to show how artificial […]

Malaysia Uses AI to Detect and Prevent Racial Tensions, Says Aaron

Malaysian government initiative to use AI to detect potential racial tensions

Malaysia is using artificial intelligence (AI) to help detect issues that could threaten racial harmony. National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said the government works with several agencies to identify sensitive issues involving religion, race and royalty (3R). The aim is to detect problems early. This allows the authorities to take action before tensions […]

Malaysia’s Top 100 Startups Generate RM8.5 Billion in Revenue

Officials at the launch of Malaysia Top 100 Startups 2026 Edition

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia’s technology startup sector recorded RM8.5 billion in combined revenue for the 2024 financial year, with 100 selected companies reporting strong growth, profitability and expansion into international markets. The figures were highlighted in the Malaysia Top 100 Startups – 2026 Edition, launched by Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd, an agency under the Ministry of […]

oToBrite to Showcase 3D Vision Camera and Robotics AI Technology at ROBOTWORLD 2026

oToBrite 3D stereo vision camera module designed for robotics and autonomous vehicles

HSINCHU, Taiwan, Oct 28, 2026 — Technology company oToBrite will showcase its latest camera technology for robots and autonomous vehicles at ROBOTWORLD 2026 in South Korea. The exhibition will run from November 4 to 7 at the Korea International Exhibition Center (KINTEX). One of the main highlights is a compact 3D stereo vision camera developed […]

Asia Set to Play Bigger Role in Physical AI as Investors Focus on Manufacturing and Data

Physical AI summit speakers Bernard Moon, Jeff Tao, Vandon Duong and Kosuke Yusa discuss AI infrastructure and investment.

SAN FRANCISCO, Asia could play a bigger role in the growth of Physical AI, as investors look for ways to bring intelligent machines from prototypes into real-world use. The region has established strengths in semiconductors, electronics manufacturing and industrial supply chains. These capabilities could help robotics companies develop and deploy AI-powered machines at scale. The […]

Agoda Connects with Meta’s Muse AI to Simplify Travel Planning

Meta’s Muse character Jolly wearing an Agoda-branded cap beside a suitcase

SINGAPORE, October 28, 2026 — Agoda has become the first travel platform in the region to connect with Meta’s personal artificial intelligence (AI) agent, Muse, giving users a new way to plan and organise their trips. The integration allows users to discover destinations, book hotels and manage travel itineraries through conversations with Muse. The service […]

Appier Appoints Sanam Lou as Global Marketing Vice President

Sanam Lou appointed Vice President of Global Marketing at Appier

LONDON, Artificial intelligence company Appier has appointed Sanam Lou as its new Vice President of Global Marketing. Lou will lead the company’s marketing teams across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC) and the United States. Her appointment comes as Appier expands its international business. The company aims to strengthen its position in the […]