This post was originally published on this siteThis is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Inside the bitter campus privacy battle over smart building sensors When computer science students and faculty at Carnegie Mellon University’s Institute for Software Research returned to […]
Inside the bitter campus privacy battle over smart building sensors
This post was originally published on this siteWhen computer science students and faculty at Carnegie Mellon University’s Institute for Software Research returned to campus in the summer of 2020, there was a lot to adjust to. Beyond the inevitable strangeness of being around colleagues again after months of social distancing, the department was also moving […]
Hurun says Kweichow Moutai China’s most valuable brand for fifth straight year in 2022 amid rising trust in private brands
Chairman Mao’s favourite tipple led China’s top brands in 2022, as consumer firms outperformed technology giants and social-media platforms during a volatile year, according to the latest Hurun brand rankings.
Sales of TikTok owner ByteDance up over 30 per cent in 2022 to reach US$80 billion, matching Tencent’s revenue
That double-digit growth, revealed in a recent memo to investors, also topped most global internet leaders, including Meta Platforms and Amazon.com.
China’s Micron probe propels domestic chip firms as investors bet on state support, driving CSI 300 Index on best run since January
The CNI Chips Index, which tracks semiconductor-related stocks in Shanghai and Shenzhen, rose as much as 3.9 per cent, with Shenzhen Kaifa and Dosilicon leading gains.
Fresh Factory nets US$4.15M to scale to 100+ cold chain fulfilment centres across Indonesia
This post was originally published on this site (L-R) Fresh Factory Co-Founders Widijastoro Nugroho, Larry Ridwan, and Andre Septiano Indonesia’s integrated cold chain fulfilment and enabler startup Fresh Factory has raised US$4.15 million in pre-Series A funding led by SBI Ven Capital through its joint fund with Kyobo Securities and NTUitive. Existing backers East Ventures and […]
Private Chinese firm takes big step towards developing reusable rockets with launch of liquid-propellant rocket
Beijing Tianbing Technology Co, also known as Space Pioneer, successfully sent its liquid-propellant Tianlong-2 rocket into orbit on Sunday.
5 ways Indian EV makers can achieve world-class manufacturing efficiency
This post was originally published on this site Electric Vehicles (EVs) are in the spotlight worldwide. Since the onset of the pandemic, the demand for EVs has grown rapidly, with stakeholders globally incentivising its production to develop smart, sustainable cities that are environmentally friendly. In India, Japanese MNC Suzuki Motor announced its foray into the […]
Real-time interactivity is changing consumer engagement with businesses
This post was originally published on this site Applications account for almost 85% of smartphone usage time. In fact, according to a report by Statista, users in Asia spent an average of 54.91 minutes per day using social media apps between October 2020 and March 2021. The second-most popular category was shopping apps, with users […]
On the precipice of energy transition
This post was originally published on this site The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with an increasing focus on sustainability and a drive to transition away from fossil fuels. As we stand at the precipice of this energy transition, the choices we make today will shape the future of our planet. The […]
Planning a trip: Is the future of sustainable travel in the metaverse?
This post was originally published on this site If the tourism industry is going to help tackle its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, then the industry will need to be reimagined. From embracing virtual reality to using technology to enhance existing experiences, tourism bodies are responsible for driving interest away from carbon-intensive tourist activities and […]
From transparency to impact: The role of blockchain in socially responsible marketing
This post was originally published on this site As the marketing landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed, brands are searching for new ways to stand out in a crowded and competitive space. At the same time, consumers are demanding more from the brands they engage with, including a greater focus on sustainability, social responsibility, […]