Samsung eyes chip facility in Japan amid thaw in Seoul-Tokyo relations
World’s top memory chip maker is revamping Japanese operations, taking advantage of chip materials and advanced packaging technology.
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AI programs like ChatGPT to be on G-7 agenda in Hiroshima as Japan pushes such tech
World leaders are due to discuss the potential and pitfalls of AI at this weekend’s Group of Seven (G-7) summit of wealthy advanced democracies in Hiroshima.
South Korea unveils 10-year blueprint for chip supremacy
While the chip industry has reached a certain level of maturity, the ministry also predicted the market size will double over the next decade.
Battle for China’s electric SUV market heats up at home, abroad
The popularity of electric SUVs has exploded since Tesla delivered its domestically-produced Model Y two years ago in China.
Pakistan remains among world’s worst performers in terms of internet access, digital governance: Report
The report also found that cybercrime in Pakistan saw a steady rise, with over 100,000 complaints registered by Dec 2022, marking the highest number in the last five years.
AI threat to world may be ‘more urgent’ than climate change: Pioneer
A growing number of tech leaders have publicly espoused concern about the possible threat posed by AI if machines were to achieve greater intelligence than humans and take control…
Thailand’s oldest political future calls for leap into the digital future
The party said it will create 1 million free internet hotspots nationwide to help children study, make it easier for vendors to operate their businesses, and ensure everyone can…
South Korea eyes stronger ties with US in chip industry
South Korea will also seek close consultations with the US for mutual benefits and improve predictability in the chip sector.
16 Thai banks collaborate on app-based alert system to combat scam tsunami
The new collaboration is led by the Digital Economy and Society ministry’s Anti-Fake News Centre, which will provide the banks with links to fake news databases.
Chinese business groups oppose Japan’s semiconductor exports revision
According to a spokesperson, the proposed control measures will have a major adverse impact on Sino-Japanese economic and trade cooperation, as well as scientific and…