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Grab-owned Move It appeals $8.7m fine over rider allocation
The LTFRB imposed a P555.75 million (US$8.7 million) fine for allegedly having more riders than allowed under the motorcycle taxi pilot program.
Malaysia may expand restrictions on Israel-founded Waze
TuJu’s operator apologized for disruptions after a user surge, eyeing stability in two weeks.
GovTech lays off 38 more as it shifts tech work in-house
GovTech said 106 officers will remain in their current roles, while another 106 can enter conversion and apprenticeship pathways.
65% of Singapore entrepreneurs retool for AI: HSBC
In Singapore, 56% of respondents expect AI to increase headcount over the next two years.
Anthropic pitches bill to regulate frontier AI risks
Independent evaluators would have to report imminent risks within 72 hours of an assessment.
Inside Singapore’s government team that kills its own products
Can the government operate like a startup? OGP director Li Hongyi talks about how he’s bringing Silicon Valley-thinking into the team.
MAS issues AI risk guidelines for finance
MAS also plans to consult the sector in 2027 on whether more guidance is needed for agentic AI.
Indonesia’s House passes data law covering AI, blockchain
The law sets rules for national data governance, including AI and blockchain use.
Indonesia pauses BDx AI data center project over permits
Purwakarta administration is still waiting for BDx’s AMDAL consultant to discuss the document.
TikTok settles Alabama safety case for at least $100m
The deal includes a two-hour daily limit and overnight restrictions for underage users.



