Will machines take over the world and make us their slaves? What is an ‘intelligent’ machine, to begin with? Science fiction is fun, but it is as yet just that — fiction

When news broke that OpenAI was in talks to acquire AI coding company Windsurf for $3 billion, one of the first questions on the mind of anyone following the space was likely: “Why not buy Cursor creator Anysphere instead?” After all, OpenAI Startup Fund has been an investor in Anysphere, the maker of Cursor, since the […]

OpenAI has launched a new Flex API tier that offers discounted model usage rates in exchange for slower response times and reduced availability, while also tightening access controls around its most advanced models.

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As Southeast Asia’s digital economy rapidly evolves, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the region’s eCommerce landscape. For Thailand’s online sellers, AI offers not only a competitive edge but also a clear path to sustainable growth. Lazada, a leading eCommerce platform in the region, is doubling down on AI-powered solutions designed to make sellers’ lives easier—unlocking potential, streamlining operations, and creating smarter, more personalised customer experiences.

Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas proposes a Siri-like voice assistant for iPhones that focuses on basic functionalities. This follows user dissatisfaction with Siri, prompting Apple to overhaul the assistant.

Artificial intelligence is a scammer’s newest tool as experts warn they can generate fake photos, voice clones, phishing emails and fake websites “at an increasingly rapid rate”.

Malaysia’s Johor once grew black pepper, rubber and oil palm. Now it’s focused on a new kind of cash crop: data to feed AI’s voracious appetite.

The “moment” is fascinating. Can artificial intelligence really replace the private advisor to the wealthy, the professional whose role goes far beyond simple asset management? Alternatively, can it provide an unprecedented layer of hyper-personalisation, fine-tuning asset allocation and anticipating the most complex trade-offs? How far can AI predict and mitigate the effects of economic hiccups and geopolitical stumbles, when uncertainty is becoming the only constant in a world in upheaval?