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For this week / last week, here are / were the biggest news:
DXC Technology today announced the opening of two additional DXC Analytics Migration Factory locations in Manila, Philippines, and Warsaw, Poland. The new centers will provide clients with an efficient, end-to-end experience to accelerate the migration of data and analytics environments to Microsoft Azure. DXC professionals in Manila and Warsaw will also be investing in training and certification to enhance their skills in data science, cloud architecture, solution design and deployment on Azure.
DXC launched its first Analytics Migration Factory for Microsoft Azure in Bangalore, India, in September 2018. The DXC Analytics Migration Factory employs DXC Bionix™, the company’s secure digital-generation services delivery model that provides a comprehensive approach to intelligent automation at scale. The result is maximum performance and value with accelerated digital transformation.
“Enterprises in Asia are shifting from traditional, tactical and tool-centric data and analytics projects to strategic, modern and architecture-centric analytics programs,” said Koushik Radhakrishnan, vice president and general manager, DXC Technology Asia. “With DXC’s deep expertise in analytic applications and Azure cloud, the Manila center will help clients modernize and consolidate their current analytics environments and accelerate migration to the cloud.”
Dec 11, 2018 - All-New ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M2) Delivers Longer Battery Life, Unbeatable Performance and Enhanced Durability
ASUS Malaysia is pleased to announce on the availability of the next-generation gaming smartphone, the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M2) with long-lasting 5000 mAH battery.
The ZenFone Max Pro (M2) – ZB631KL – is the next-generation model in the famous high-battery-capacity ZenFone Max series renowned for long-endurance smartphones. An engineering marvel, ZenFone Max Pro is the world’s lightest 5000mAh phone. With its power-efficient 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Mobile Platform and Artificial Intelligence Engine (AIE), ZenFone Max Pro delivers outstanding endurance combined with great performance for entertainment and games, delivering a fast and simples stock-Android experience.
The all-screen 6.3-inch FHD+ display with vivid visuals is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6, for maximum toughness and durability. The ZenFone Max Pro (M2) now have AI-enhanced dual cameras for great low-light photos and portraits, with interactive bokeh effect. Those looking for the maximum price-to-performance ratio will find it in new ZenFone Max Pro: it's a powerhouse of entertainment and gaming with exceptional battery life.
Osome - the Singapore based AI powered corporate management solution platform - is today announcing a raise of US$ 2 million in seed funding to develop new products and expand across markets. The round was led by Target Global.
Osome is committed to solving the challenges faced by small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in business administration. Since its launch in January 2018, Osome already registers over one percent of all new Singaporean companies; a S$2 billion market.
As an entrepreneur himself, founder Victor Lysenko recognises the major pain points of starting and running a business - from registration and incorporation, to accounting and payroll management. Through an innovative platform powered by AI and chatbots, Osome takes these routine tasks away from the processes of actually earning revenue, allowing these businesses to focus wholly on their bottom line. Osome’s services include within the hour business registration, company record keeping, accounting, filing of annual returns, corporate secretary services and payroll management.
Dec 10, 2018 - SuperPark To Open Its Doors To Malaysians
SuperPark Malaysia is finally here! Boasting a 40,000 square foot site in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Avenue K, SuperPark Malaysia aims to bring joyful play to Malaysians of all walks of life, offering over 20 fun, healthy and energizing activities under one roof based on three themed areas - The Adventure Area, The Game Arena, and The Freestyle Hall.
Exclusive to Malaysia is the 2,500 square foot skate rink which is made from an artificial, 100% recyclable and non-toxic synthetic ice that is quality and environmentally certified (TÜV SIO 9001 & 14001), safe enough to walk on without fear of slipping. It provides hockey and skaters the ability to stop, turn and pirouettes just as well as the real thing.
Dec 10, 2018 - Microsoft Malaysia partners with MIMOS to establish AI and IOT Schools in Malaysia and launches “A Cloud for Global Good in Asia”
The Minister of International Trade and Industry, YB Datuk Darell Leiking today witnessed the exchange of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the AI Development between Microsoft Malaysia and MIMOS Berhad (MIMOS), signifying the establishment of the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet Of Things (IOT) Schools in Malaysia. As a result of this MoU:
For this week / last week, here are / were the biggest news:
- Dec 12, 2018 - DXC Technology Announces Additional Analytics Migration Factory Locations in the Philippines and Poland
- Dec 11, 2018 - All-New ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M2) Delivers Longer Battery Life, Unbeatable Performance and Enhanced Durability
- Dec 11, 2018 - SG - Corporate management solutions platform Osome helps Malaysians set up companies in Singapore
- Dec 10, 2018 - SuperPark To Open Its Doors To Malaysians
- Dec 10, 2018 - Microsoft Malaysia partners with MIMOS to establish AI and IOT Schools in Malaysia and launches “A Cloud for Global Good in Asia”
DXC Technology today announced the opening of two additional DXC Analytics Migration Factory locations in Manila, Philippines, and Warsaw, Poland. The new centers will provide clients with an efficient, end-to-end experience to accelerate the migration of data and analytics environments to Microsoft Azure. DXC professionals in Manila and Warsaw will also be investing in training and certification to enhance their skills in data science, cloud architecture, solution design and deployment on Azure.
DXC launched its first Analytics Migration Factory for Microsoft Azure in Bangalore, India, in September 2018. The DXC Analytics Migration Factory employs DXC Bionix™, the company’s secure digital-generation services delivery model that provides a comprehensive approach to intelligent automation at scale. The result is maximum performance and value with accelerated digital transformation.
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| DXC Technology Announces Analytics Migration Factory in PH |
“Enterprises in Asia are shifting from traditional, tactical and tool-centric data and analytics projects to strategic, modern and architecture-centric analytics programs,” said Koushik Radhakrishnan, vice president and general manager, DXC Technology Asia. “With DXC’s deep expertise in analytic applications and Azure cloud, the Manila center will help clients modernize and consolidate their current analytics environments and accelerate migration to the cloud.”
Dec 11, 2018 - All-New ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M2) Delivers Longer Battery Life, Unbeatable Performance and Enhanced Durability
ASUS Malaysia is pleased to announce on the availability of the next-generation gaming smartphone, the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M2) with long-lasting 5000 mAH battery.
The ZenFone Max Pro (M2) – ZB631KL – is the next-generation model in the famous high-battery-capacity ZenFone Max series renowned for long-endurance smartphones. An engineering marvel, ZenFone Max Pro is the world’s lightest 5000mAh phone. With its power-efficient 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Mobile Platform and Artificial Intelligence Engine (AIE), ZenFone Max Pro delivers outstanding endurance combined with great performance for entertainment and games, delivering a fast and simples stock-Android experience.
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| ZenFone Max Pro (M2) |
The all-screen 6.3-inch FHD+ display with vivid visuals is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6, for maximum toughness and durability. The ZenFone Max Pro (M2) now have AI-enhanced dual cameras for great low-light photos and portraits, with interactive bokeh effect. Those looking for the maximum price-to-performance ratio will find it in new ZenFone Max Pro: it's a powerhouse of entertainment and gaming with exceptional battery life.
- Max performance: Smooth and responsive Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Mobile Platform with AI Engine delivers up to 3X faster performance
- Max battery life: Up to two days non-stop use with high-capacity 5000mAh battery
- Max durability: Latest Corning Gorilla Glass 6 offers 2X-better drop resistance than the previous generation
- Max cameras: Dual AI cameras for perfect portraits and bright low-light shots
- Max entertainment: Gorgeous all-screen 6.3" FHD+ display, five-magnet speaker and low-distortion NXP smart amplifier for immersive entertainment
Osome - the Singapore based AI powered corporate management solution platform - is today announcing a raise of US$ 2 million in seed funding to develop new products and expand across markets. The round was led by Target Global.
Osome is committed to solving the challenges faced by small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in business administration. Since its launch in January 2018, Osome already registers over one percent of all new Singaporean companies; a S$2 billion market.
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| Victor Lysenko, Founder, Osome |
As an entrepreneur himself, founder Victor Lysenko recognises the major pain points of starting and running a business - from registration and incorporation, to accounting and payroll management. Through an innovative platform powered by AI and chatbots, Osome takes these routine tasks away from the processes of actually earning revenue, allowing these businesses to focus wholly on their bottom line. Osome’s services include within the hour business registration, company record keeping, accounting, filing of annual returns, corporate secretary services and payroll management.
Dec 10, 2018 - SuperPark To Open Its Doors To Malaysians
SuperPark Malaysia is finally here! Boasting a 40,000 square foot site in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Avenue K, SuperPark Malaysia aims to bring joyful play to Malaysians of all walks of life, offering over 20 fun, healthy and energizing activities under one roof based on three themed areas - The Adventure Area, The Game Arena, and The Freestyle Hall.
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| (From left to right) Mr. Teemu Laakkonen,Chargé d´affaires a.i., Embassy of Finland in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Mr. Mark Kumarasinhe, Asia CEO of SuperPark, Mr.Juha Tanskanen, Global CEO of SuperPark,and Mr. Iskandar Mirza Mohd Yusof, Director of Corporate Communication, Tourism Malaysia take a group photo with 6 cute models in different athletic styles at SuperPark Malaysia grand opening. |
Exclusive to Malaysia is the 2,500 square foot skate rink which is made from an artificial, 100% recyclable and non-toxic synthetic ice that is quality and environmentally certified (TÜV SIO 9001 & 14001), safe enough to walk on without fear of slipping. It provides hockey and skaters the ability to stop, turn and pirouettes just as well as the real thing.
Dec 10, 2018 - Microsoft Malaysia partners with MIMOS to establish AI and IOT Schools in Malaysia and launches “A Cloud for Global Good in Asia”
The Minister of International Trade and Industry, YB Datuk Darell Leiking today witnessed the exchange of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the AI Development between Microsoft Malaysia and MIMOS Berhad (MIMOS), signifying the establishment of the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet Of Things (IOT) Schools in Malaysia. As a result of this MoU:
- A joint lab equipped with Microsoft’s IOT and AI programs, providing access to development tools for learning purposes will be set up in MIMOS
- Workshops such as the ‘Hands on Lab on Internet of Things’ and ‘Artificial Intelligence’ will be conducted to help train young entrepreneurs and graduates to properly leverage IOT and AI
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| (From L to R) Thillai Raj, MIMOS Chief Technology Officer, YB Datuk Darell Leiking, Minister of International Trade and Industry and K Raman, Managing Director, Microsoft Malaysia addressing the media at the MoU for AI Development between Microsoft Malaysia and MIMOS Berhad in Kuala Lumpur on the 10th December 2018. |
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