Uber stories

New research indicates that while Asian super apps dominate the market, user growth has slowed markedly, with 499 million projected for 2024.

Kula launches the first hiring platform with advanced AI, aiming to revolutionise recruiting by personalising and automating every step of the process.

Onehouse has launched a vector embeddings generator within its ELT cloud service, streamlining data management for AI applications on lakehouses.

Cyber attacks are on the rise, raising serious questions about whether CISOs should face legal penalties, including prison, for breaches.

Southeast Asia's tech innovation is setting global benchmarks, says Georg Chmiel, urging investors to rethink undervaluation and recognise SEA's unique growth prospects.

NVIDIA introduces AI Foundry with Llama 3.1 models and NIM microservices, aiming to boost generative AI capabilities for enterprises, with Accenture as the first adopter.

Cryptocurrencies are reshaping finance much like Netflix transformed home entertainment, with traditional institutions facing a critical decision: adapt or risk obsolescence.

Basis has launched Leo, a smart panel offering enhanced energy management and safety, attracting over USD $100 million in sales interest and compliance certifications.

Endor Labs reveals major security flaws in CocoaPods, threatening apps like Instagram and Uber. Critical CVEs could impact Swift and Objective-C supply chains.

Smartsheet's VP for APJ, Nigel Mendonca, has revealed the company's AI innovations and expansion strategies, bridging global work management gaps.

Sydney-based Switchboard secures USD $1.5 million to overhaul supply chains, aiming to end manual processes and bring efficiencies across the industry.

Ververica joins StreamON in Haarlem, showcasing its leadership in data streaming innovation. CEO Alexander Walden to discuss transformative big data applications.

Buildkite partners with AWS to accelerate delivery of cloud-native applications, impacting industries including digital native, financial services, and retail.

NVIDIA unveils AI Enterprise 5.0, a new suite of software tools designed to streamline the integration of artificial intelligence into business operations, with high-profile users like Uber already recording positive experiences.

Fleet revises its open-source device management platform, set to simplify IT support, consolidating Linux, Apple and Windows devices, and reducing reliance on proprietary platforms such as Jamf, Intune, MobileIron and Workspace ONE.

Fraud prevention platform, SEON, recruits Björn Heckel, seasoned tech executive from Uber and Salesforce, as CTO to reinforce its commitment to fighting fraud and boosting enterprise solutions.

TaxLeopard has acquired competitor Airtax, boosting its userbase and advancing AI capabilities in a six-figure deal.

eBay and Shippit have joined forces to simplify the delivery of bulky items, aiding small businesses and hobby sellers.

In collaboration with TPG Telecom and MediaTek, Nokia showcased a live 360-degree video broadcast on the future of the Metaverse.

Oracle and Uber have announced a seven-year cloud partnership to accelerate innovation, help deliver new products to market, and drive increased profitability.