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Lenovo says over 90% of AI pilots fail to reach deployment

More than half of firms are actively exploring or deploying enterprise agentic AI.

XPeng-backed Aridge secures $200m for flying car push

Aridge said the fundraising brought its total equity financing to about US$1 billion.

Hamas urges Iran to stop 'targeting neighbouring countries'

Hamas previously condemned the killing of Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, on the first day of the war as a "heinous crime".

Verstappen says Red Bull car 'completely undriveable' after Chinese GP qualifying

17 students, 2 staff members at MapleBear preschool in Eunos fall ill with gastroenteritis symptoms

All are recovering well and none were hospitalised, authorities said.

Booming Taiwan can well afford more military spending, president says

Iran players sing final anthem before bowing out of Women's Asian Cup

OpenAI robotics lead quits after Pentagon AI network deal

In a post on X, she warned the deal could enable surveillance of Americans and lethal autonomous systems.

50 rising startups in Southeast Asia

Which startups are on the path to becoming the next big thing?

Samsung to convert factories into AI autonomous sites by 2030

Samsung plans to introduce humanoid manufacturing robots across all production processes by 2030.

Semiconductors power Korea’s $67.5b export jump

Semiconductor exports jumped 160.8% to US$25.2 billion and topped US$20 billion for a third straight month.

LG Uplus to unveil human-centered AI stack at MWC

LG Uplus will also showcase the Autonomous NW Solution and the Sovereign AI Full-Stack Solution.

Tensions in the Middle East will affect energy prices and impact countries far away, like Singapore: SM Lee

The overall climate of uncertainty created by these “dramatic twists and turns” will dampen the global mood for trade and investment, says Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong.

This Singapore engineer helped build Apple's products for 22 years. Now he's redrawing his own blueprint

Singaporean engineer Mark Sin spent 22 years shaping Apple's hardware while rallying the Singaporean community in the San Francisco Bay Area as president of SingaporeConnect. Now, he is stepping away ...

Palestinian Authority minister of finance and planning in Singapore for four-day official visit

Dr Estephan Salameh's visit comes at the invitation of Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.

Amazon flags rise of AI-driven cyber attacks after 600 breaches

The company warned that AI-augmented cyber threats are likely to increase.

Indian enterprise AI startup Navikenz raises $7.5m seed round

Navikenz partners with life sciences and pharmaceutical industries and plans to expand into additional sectors.

Eric Trump backs Israeli drone maker Xtend in merger deal

The merger includes strategic investments from Eric Trump and others to boost US manufacturing.

Bessemer joins $74m funding round for US chip design AI firm

The funding will support the company's move to a new headquarters in Santa Clara and its growth from 10 to 46 employees.

Mistral acquires AI infra firm Koyeb to build its cloud

The deal aims to integrate Koyeb’s serverless infrastructure into Mistral’s plans to develop an AI cloud.

Apple develops three AI wearables, smart glasses eyed for 2027

Apple’s efforts come amid competition from Meta and Snap, both of which are developing similar smart glasses products.

China’s Unitree aims to ship 20,000 humanoid robots in 2026

The performance included robots executing complex movements, with some routines reaching heights of three meters and speeds of four meters per second.

Israel unveils new missile defense, AI at Defense Tech.IL

The officials underscored Israel’s focus on transforming technological innovation.

20 top angel investment networks in Asia

Here's our regularly updated list of Asia's top angel investment networks.

Tracking startup closures across Southeast Asia

There are several reasons why startups in Southeast Asia go bust, but we lack data about it. This piece helps you track the region's macro-level trends.

Samsung to start HBM4 mass production next week, sources say

The HBM4 chips are expected to be adopted in Nvidia’s upcoming AI accelerator, Vera Rubin.

Baidu launches $5b share buyback, plans first dividend in 2026

The move reflects Baidu’s efforts to enhance shareholder returns amid slowing growth in its core ad business.

US to launch US$12 billion critical minerals stockpile to ease China reliance

'People's dad' Jensen Huang praises, pushes Nvidia suppliers on mobbed Taiwan visit

Nvidia's CEO said it would be another good year for business, even as he expressed concerns about supplies of memory chips - which support AI workloads - amid a production crunch.

Are we about to live through a Nipah pandemic?

By Prof Alex R Cook and Prof Leo Yee Sin at NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public HealthThe Straits Times, 31 January 2026, Opinion, pB2- B3

Musk's Starlink updates privacy policy to allow consumer data to train AI

SFA recalls two more batches of infant formula products due to presence of toxin

The toxin, which can cause nausea and vomiting, was discovered in two additional batches of Dumex infant formula products.

Shining the spotlight on the hidden mental health impact of childhood obesity

A new public art exhibition is bringing attention to the often-overlooked mental and emotional dimensions of childhood obesity, encouraging audiences to look beyond physical health outcomes to conside...

‘Noticeable’ burning smell could be from hotspots north of Singapore, says NEA

NEA said that some smoke haze could have been transported to Singapore due to prevailing winds blowing from the north or northeast.

IonQ to buy SkyWater for $1.8 billion to expand hardware capabilities

Nvidia invests $2 billion in CoreWeave, expands partnership

NUS Medicine study: Gut environment may promote growth of highly toxic, drug-resistant ‘superbugs’

Lianhe Zaobao Online, 26 January 2026

How NUS Medicine is training the next generation of healthcare leaders in Asia

CNA Online, 26 January 2026

Djokovic stand-in Shelton overhauls Ruud to reach quarter-finals

'We first' society focuses on a collective instead of individuals, could include foreigners: Gan Kim Yong

The deputy prime minister was responding to a question about how speeches that evoke a “we first” society may be perceived as referring to Singaporeans, unintentionally excluding foreigners.

Friedrich and Humphries seeking bobsleigh immortality

CPF matching grants for retirement savings hit record S$456m in 2025

The matching grants were credited to the CPF Retirement Accounts of over 250,000 members for cash top-ups made in 2025.

Early momentum vital in quest for Six Nations title-Ireland skipper

Musk's X investigated by EU over Grok sexualised images after public outcry

EU investigates Musk's X over whether Grok breached rules

Consistency the key as Italy seek to resume upward Six Nations trajectory

France's Dupont fired up for crunch Six Nations opener against Ireland

Pakistan central bank holds key rate at 10.5%, defying expectations

New-look Wales ready for fresh start against England in Six Nations

Singapore needs to do more with integration so it can do more immigration: Jeffrey Siow

Calling Singapore's total fertility rate "abysmal", he said immigration is crucial to retain the dynamism of Singapore's society and economy.

Meta, TikTok, YouTube to stand trial on youth addiction claims

Drugmakers turn to AI to speed trials, regulatory submissions

Youth cyclists filmed ignoring helmet rules, performing stunt in Sembawang and on Cantonment Road

Under Singapore's road rules, cyclists must wear helmets and fixed-gear bicycles are required to have at least one working handbrake.

French lawmakers to vote on social media ban for children

Vine survives kangaroo crash to win Tour Down Under

Figure skating's quad era reshapes sport ahead of Milano Cortina Games

Gold miner shares jump as bullion prices hit $5,100/oz record high

South Korea's Hyundai Steel plans $2.9 billion capital increase for US steel plant

Sri Lanka central bank likely to hold rates ahead of IMF review: Reuters Poll

BOJ money market data suggests Japan did not intervene in currency market on Friday

Oil prices steady as end of European outages counters US disruption

EU Commission to open proceedings against Grok on Monday, reports Handelsblatt

US rate check masks stiff hurdle to coordinated yen intervention

BOJ sees boost to inflation from weak yen becoming larger

South Korea pension fund lowers foreign stock target to support won

US, South Korea agree to deepen cooperation on nuclear-powered subs, Seoul says

A nuclear-powered submarine would strengthen South Korea's ability to lead the defence of the peninsula, said Seoul.

Taiwan monitoring 'abnormal' China military leadership changes after top general put under investigation

Taiwan will use a range of joint intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance methods, as well as intelligence-sharing, to "grasp" China's possible intentions, says its defence minister.

India, EU move closer to ‘mother of all deals’ as trade talks gain urgency amid global shifts

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said recent global developments have injected fresh urgency into the process.

Myanmar pro-military party declares victory in junta-run polls

"We are in the position to form a new government," said a senior official from the Union Solidarity and Development Party, after the vote's third and final phase took place on Sunday.

AI-powered headset helps people with vision loss commute, shop

The Straits Times, 26 January 2026, The Big Story, pA2One FM 91.3, 26 January 2026

Morning Bid: Yen's wild ride has markets nervous

Dollar sinks on yen intervention talk

The Singapore dollar hit an 11-year high against the US dollar.

Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 17; navy officers among those trapped

Lula Lahfah death: Police 'still probing cause of death', will question late influencer's boyfriend and close friends

Indonesian influencer Lula Lahfah was found dead in an apartment on Jan 23 evening.

Former South Korean PM Lee Hae-chan has died in Vietnam at 73

Japan PM Takaichi's popularity slips on tax-cut pledge

Singapore Salary Guide 2026: 243 jobs in 13 sectors that pay a minimum of S$100,000 per year

Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, any opinions expressed below belong solely to the author. Data sourced from Michael Page’s Salary Guide Singapore 2026. The new year is here and with it, new...

Facial recognition to make immigration clearance faster for motorcyclists at Woodlands Checkpoint

The trial starts on Jan 26 at two motorcycle lanes in the arrival zone.

More young adults, teens in Singapore being diagnosed with cancer

Data shows that for the period between 2019 and 2023, there were 4,995 cancer diagnoses for those under 40.

Accidental 'crying horse' toy wins hearts in China

Ferry sinking kills 18, leaves 10 missing in south Philippines

The ferry was sailing from Zamboanga City to Jolo Island when it sank on Monday (Jan 26) morning.

US to slap full tariffs on Canada if it seals China trade deal: Treasury secretary

"We can't let Canada become an opening that the Chinese pour their cheap goods into the US," says US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

Japan says in close coordination with US on forex as yen intervention risks mount

Gold rushes to record high amid rising geopolitical tensions

India to slash tariffs on cars to 40% in trade deal with EU: Sources

Wrinkles, workouts and wisdom: China’s ‘silver-haired bloggers’ rewrite what it means to age

From gym workouts and fashion tips to reflections on ageing, China’s “silver-haired bloggers” are gaining loyal followings with candid, unpolished glimpses of later life.

Patients must be notified, give consent for their health information to be shared with insurers

Only information that is necessary and relevant to patients’ insurance claims or underwriting assessment can be shared.

How airplane streaks in the sky supercharge global warming

In aviation’s climate footprint, contrails condensation trails are the lesser-known warming sibling of jet fuel.

NUS team launches AI headset to help people with vision loss to commute and shop

Priced at $380, the headset helps users to "see" their surroundings.

Bangladesh criticises India over fugitive leader Hasina's speech

Bangladesh's ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled to neighbouring India in 2024 after a student-led uprising ended her iron-fisted 15-year rule.

NUS looking to establish AI Research Centre of Excellence

CNA, 24 January 2026CNA Online, 24 January 2026Vasantham News Online, 24 January 2026The Sunday Times, 25 January 2026, The Big Story, Front PagezbSunday, 25 January 2026, News, p7

New centre of excellence to bring together leading scientist

Vasantham News Online, 24 January 2026

‘Kamikaze drones’, laser systems: Malaysia to boost defence industry amid ‘uncertain security realities’

The new National Defence Industry Policy aims to reduce Malaysia’s reliance on foreign security and defence technology and bolster long-term domestic industrial capacity.

NUS partners with Finnish tech firm to establish lab for sleep health research

Money 89.3FM, 22 January 2026Hao 96.3FM, 22 January 2026Lianhe Zaobao, 23 January 2026, Singapore, p5  

Digital tech playbook, local carbon metrics launched to help firms go greener

CNA, 22 January 2026Channel 5 News, 22 January 2026CNA938, 22 January 2026The Straits Times, 23 January 2026, Business, pA21  

Stuck in your career? Singapore MOM & LinkedIn list most in-demand jobs heading into 2026

Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, any opinions expressed below belong solely to the author. Data sources are stated in the article. As we’re well into the first month of the new year, it&#821...

9 in 10 S’poreans have close friendships; most still make friends in person: IPS study

8world Online, 20 January 2026  

Scientists uncover gene linked to age-related muscle decline

CNA Online, 20 January 2026