Listen Labs Secures $69 Million to Revolutionize AI Customer Interviews
KUALA LUMPUR: Listen Labs has successfully raised $69 million in Series B funding to expand its AI-driven customer interview platform. The funding round, led by Ribbit Capital with participation from Evantic and existing investors like Sequoia Capital, values the company at $500 million.
Goose Emerges as Free Alternative to Costly Claude Code AI
KUALA LUMPUR: A new contender in the AI coding landscape, Goose, is challenging the costly Claude Code with its free, open-source solution. Developed by Block, the Goose AI agent offers similar functionality without the hefty price tag, which can reach up to $200
Railway Secures $100 Million to Revolutionize Cloud Infrastructure with AI
SAN FRANCISCO: Railway, a San Francisco-based cloud platform, announced it has secured $100 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to challenge giants like Amazon Web Services with AI-native cloud infrastructure. The investment, led by TQ Ventures with participation from FPV Ventures,
Google Revolutionizes Search Box with AI-Powered Redesign
ROME: Google has unveiled a major redesign of its iconic search box, marking the first significant change in over 25 years. Announced at the annual I/O developer conference, the new search box transforms from a simple keyword input into an AI-driven conversation starter
Sembcorp to Acquire Stake in Aster’s Clean Power Unit
SINGAPORE: Sembcorp Industries has announced its intention to acquire a 20% stake in the clean power unit of Singapore-based refiner Aster. This strategic move aims to enhance Sembcorp's portfolio in the renewable energy sector by aligning with a company that focuses heavily on
StanChart Announces $1 Billion Share Buyback as Q2 Earnings Surpass Expectations
MALAYSIA: Standard Chartered has announced a new share buyback program worth US$1 billion following its impressive financial performance in the second quarter of 2026. The bank reported a pre-tax profit of US$2.33 billion for the three months ending in June, significantly beating market
Thomson Reuters Alerts Non-Canadian Shareholders of Opt-Out Option in Capital.
TORONTO: Thomson has issued a reminder to its shareholders who are taxable outside of Canada regarding an available "opt-out" option in the company's return of capital plan. The Toronto-based corporation emphasized the need for action by these shareholders, as deadlines to opt out
US Bans New Chinese Humanoid Robots Amid National Security Concerns
WASHINGTON: The United States has announced a ban on new Chinese humanoid robots, citing national security risks. The move aims to protect the burgeoning U.S. Artificial intelligence sector from potential threats linked to foreign technology. This decision is part of a broader strategy
US Restricts Chinese Humanoid Robots to Safeguard AI Development
WASHINGTON: The United States has imposed a ban on new Chinese humanoid robots, citing national security concerns related to the protection of its AI infrastructure. This decision is part of a broader strategy to shield the burgeoning AI industry from potential espionage and
Danone Maintains Guidance as Q2 Sales Surpass Projections
MALAYSIA: Danone has reported a robust financial performance for the second quarter of 2026, with sales surpassing expectations and the company maintaining its financial guidance. The company recorded a recurring operating income of 1.854 billion euros (US$2.11 billion), indicating a strong operational footing
