Google DeepMind Blog
14 Oct 2026
Google DeepMind and GovTech Singapore collaborated to fine-tune lightweight Gemma models for on-device interception of conversational scams in private chats. The system is designed to operate with zero cloud data egress, according to DeepMind’s blog post.
Fintech News Malaysia AI
13 Oct 2026
Genting Malaysia Berhad signed a memorandum of understanding with Alibaba Cloud to explore AI and cloud applications across Genting’s operations. The partnership builds on prior collaboration at Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park where AI and cloud tech were used to support the guest experience (Fintech News Malaysia).
SCMP Artificial Intelligence
12 Oct 2026
Beijing is rapidly expanding AI-generated short-form videos and microdramas to support publicity campaigns and align with directives to strengthen ideological work. New AI miniseries reportedly blend Chinese culture and policies rather than the sensational tropes common on other platforms.
SCMP Artificial Intelligence
12 Oct 2026
A University of Hong Kong centre paper, published via SCMP, says China’s Communist Party leaders with energy-sector backgrounds are being fast-tracked to support the country’s AI ambitions. The report links this personnel shift to rising strategic importance of energy amid AI development and regional tensions such as the Iran war.
Fintech News Malaysia AI
09 Oct 2026
The Malaysian government’s Rakyat Digital initiative provides three months of free access to the Global Learning Pass, covering more than 16,000 Coursera courses in AI, data science, cloud computing, business and other skills. The programme is led by the Ministry of Digital through MyDIGITAL Corporation, according to Fintech News Malaysia.
SCMP Artificial Intelligence
07 Oct 2026
Developers of DeepZang, described as China’s first Tibetan-language AI model, pledged to accelerate upgrades to improve Tibetan language technology. The commitment was reportedly made at a seminar in Hohhot attended by research institutes, universities and enterprises, according to Chinanews.com via SCMP AI coverage.
SCMP Artificial Intelligence
02 Oct 2026
SCMP curated seven recent global relations stories, including President Trump calling AI criticism a ‘sick conspiracy’ and asserting existing US guardrails. The roundup also highlights China’s deal with Laos and other diplomatic developments.
SCMP Artificial Intelligence
30 Sep 2026
China’s broadcasting regulator is urging stronger support for live-action dramas and tighter rights protections as AI enables rapid growth in microdramas. Officials say AI brings production possibilities but also raises quality and rights concerns, according to the National Radio and Television representative cited by SCMP.
