Manipulating technology to ease life

‘A year spent in artificial intelligence is enough to make one believe in God.’ —Alan Perlis, American computer scientist.   At first, I planned to fully write this, my first column, using an artificial intelligence (AI) writer. But somehow, AI wasn’t able to do that. People are praising the miracle that is AI, especially after […]

Huawei offers different 5G solutions to APAC market

BARCELONA (Spain): Huawei Technologies Co Ltd reiterated its commitment to focus on the development of 5G technology and digital transformation by adopting a diversified approach and offering different solutions in the Asia Pacific (APAC) market. Speaking in a media briefing at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 here, Huawei APAC Carrier Business group president Abel Deng […]

Malaysia to see greater increase in digital transformation: Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is expected to see a greater increase in digital transformation and digital trust in society, driven by the new investment from Amazon Web Services (AWS) worth RM25.5 billion over 15 years for a new infrastructure “region” in Malaysia. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the largest international technology investment to date […]

MoU inked for Bidayuh entrepreneurs digital transformation

KUCHING: The Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Asia Pacific Investment Trade Economic Zone (Asiapez) Association for entrepreneur digital transformation among the Bidayuh community on Wednesday (Dec 21). Its chairman Datuk Ik Pahon Joyik said under the MoU, DBNA will act as a platform to help enhance the […]

Digitalising for the benefit of all

“Digital economy will create an entirely new dimension of development and growth for Sarawak, including creating new jobs for young people in urban centres and rural areas, transforming the way we live and do business.” – Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Premier Sarawak IT is only right that Sarawak’s digital transformation must […]

Forest Dept applying tech to tackle issues

KUCHING: The Forest Department Sarawak (FDS) is stressing the use of technology to resolve issues confronting the department. Its director Datuk Hamden Mohammad said that to keep up with globalisation, digital transformation, and implementation of the digital economy, the department cannot afford to give technology the cold shoulder. He said the use of technology is […]

Mukah Division kept abreast in online mapping

MUKAH: In line with current technological advance, the Mukah Division should not be left behind in online mapping content in the current digital era. According to Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine, the concept of online maps is a necessity nowadays, especially for the purpose of helping navigation to locations. “In fact, it is also an important […]

Vital for economies to embrace new technologies

KUCHING: The public and private sector economies must quickly and effectively embrace new technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is in line with the state’s digitalisation initiative. “I have recently launched the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 that shall see Sarawak’s […]

Google Cloud to establish New Zealand cloud region

WELLINGTON: Google Cloud has decided to establish a New Zealand cloud region, a move welcomed by the New Zealand government. The decision was made through Google Cloud’s independent due diligence, and it is not a government procurement, according to New Zealand Minister for the Digital Economy and Communications David Clark on Wednesday, said Xinhua. “Becoming […]

Rural internet connectivity to spur growth

KAPIT: The high-speed internet facility in this division will enable residents to enjoy various opportunities to generate wealth, improve digital skills and have access to knowledge. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said it would encourage and spur Sarawakians to be a digitally literate community driven by data and innovation. “With the […]