ChatGPT Ads launches in Southeast Asia and Taiwan
OpenAI says ChatGPT Ads is expanding to Southeast Asia and Taiwan. Eligible businesses will gain new ways to reach people across more than 60 countries, according to the company.
Grab and OpenAI launch AI skills programme for Southeast Asia
OpenAI and Grab have launched GO Forward with AI, a regional programme aimed at helping 30,000 Grab partners build practical AI skills across Southeast Asia. The initiative is presented by OpenAI News as a collaboration to provide training and support for local partners.
US and China Vie for Southeast Asia’s AI Alignment
Washington is promoting a China-free AI supply chain called Pax Silica while Beijing seeks regional members for its World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (Waico). Southeast Asian leaders who claim non-alignment face increased pressure to choose between these blocs, sources told SCMP.
Meta Executive Sandhya Devanathan Joins OpenAI to Lead Southeast Asia and Australia Operations
Sandhya Devanathan is leaving Meta to join OpenAI, where she will oversee some operations across Southeast Asia and Australia. The move comes as Meta faces increasing scrutiny in India, according to TechCrunch AI.