Big Tech Finds an Open Door in Downing Street When former Google CEO Eric Schmidt shared the UK’s problem was having “so many ways that people can say no,” he was speaking at an October 2024 investment summit, standing beside Keir Starmer. His presence symbolized more than just admiration for British innovation—it highlighted just how…
Asia’s Tech Sector on the Rise Asia’s technology industry is in the middle of a profound transformation, driven by accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence and cloud services. According to Wilson Chow, Global TMT Industry Leader and China Artificial Intelligence Leader at PwC China, this momentum places the region at the forefront of shaping global tech’s…
A Signal Reaches the Rainforest On a quiet evening in the Brazilian Amazon, a satellite signal lit up the screens of a tribe that had never been online. The Kanamari, an Indigenous community once untouched by the internet, were suddenly connected to the entire world. With the arrival of Starlink, the community went from zero…
A Surprise Paycheck That Deserves Smart Spending If you’re paid biweekly, there are a few months every year when you get a pleasant surprise—a third paycheck. While it’s technically part of your annual salary, it can feel like a bonus if you’ve built your budget around two checks per month. Rather than spend it on…
A Modern Accessory on the Pontiff’s Wrist During his first official Holy Mass as Pope, Leo XIV was observed wearing an Apple Watch, drawing attention to his apparent embrace of modern technology. At 69 years old, it’s plausible that the device serves practical purposes, such as monitoring heart rate or utilizing the fall detection feature,…
India’s Digital Leap in Farming India is undergoing a quiet revolution in its rural heartlands, powered not by tractors or irrigation canals, but by digital innovation. Over the last few decades, the country has steadily built a foundation for smart agriculture, starting with internet-linked Village Knowledge Centers in the 1990s. By 2020, this digital ecosystem…
Fidji Simo Transitions from Instacart to OpenAI In a notable leadership change, Instacart CEO Fidji Simo will step down from her role to join OpenAI as the company’s CEO of Applications. Simo, who has served on OpenAI’s board for the past year, is expected to transition over the coming months and assume her new position…
Alcatel’s Long-Awaited Return After years away from the smartphone spotlight, Alcatel is poised to make a comeback, at least in the Indian market, with its new device, the Alcatel V3 Ultra. This marks an important moment for the brand, which once held a notable place in mobile technology but has been largely absent from recent smartphone…
Taiwan’s Dual Challenge: Trade Tensions and Security Needs Taiwan is navigating a complex diplomatic path as it seeks to strengthen both military and economic cooperation with the United States amid ongoing trade tensions. The recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. under President Donald Trump have unsettled many on the island, yet Taiwan remains committed to…
A New Era for Customer Experience A quiet revolution is underway in customer service, and it’s being led by agentic AI. No longer just answering questions, these intelligent digital agents now act independently to resolve issues, anticipate needs, and fundamentally transform how customers interact with brands. Australia has become a testbed for this shift, with companies like Zendesk, Salesforce, and Urban…
