

New 7-Seat Mercedes GLB Electric Adds Gemini and ChatGPT for a Smarter Ride in Singapore
The all-new electric Mercedes-Benz GLB introduces a digital experience centred entirely around its advanced MBUX Virtual Assistant. A much needed advancement in vehicle UI intelligence, this system relies on a multi-agent approach that seamlessly integrates generative AI powered by tech giants Microsoft and Google. This transforms driver interaction, allowing the system to handle complex, multi-turn dialogues with short-term memory, meaning users no longer have to repeat cont
Lawrence Ng
Jun 232 min read


ASUS Launched the ExpertBook Ultra into Upper Atmosphere
This spectacular stunt served as the perfect introduction to the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra, a device engineered to redefine the modern workplace. S.Y. Hsu, Co-CEO of ASUS, emphasised the philosophy behind the design: "The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra represents our vision for what the next generation of enterprise devices can become... We believe great enterprise technology should simplify experiences. Not complicate them. It should help people stay focused and work more intuitively".
Lawrence Ng
Jun 102 min read


Singapore's AI Hub Ambition Lays Bare at ATxSG
Singapore’s overarching vision to become a premier global artificial intelligence (AI) destination was fully crystallised at the Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG) 2026 Summit. The nation is making a decisive shift from merely exploring AI tools to building, deploying, and governing real-world AI systems that solve complex problems at scale.
Lawrence Ng
May 203 min read


Higher Education in the Spotlight of the AI Surge
As Generative AI floods university campuses, a pressing question emerges: Are academic institutions genuinely evolving, or are they simply scrambling to protect an outdated system?
Lawrence Ng
Mar 65 min read


The Trillion-Dollar Business of Being 'Flawsome'
In the world of modern marketing, the pursuit of perfection is increasingly becoming a fool's errand. We have entered a post-perfection era where the high-gloss, heavily airbrushed advertisements of the past are being pushed aside by something far more relatable. This movement is defined by a concept known as being 'flawsome'.
Lawrence Ng
Feb 65 min read


Singaporeans Embrace AI but Demand the Human Touch for Trust: Wendy Johnstone, Sinch
A recent report by Sinch reveals a nuanced landscape where Singaporean consumers are embracing AI for its speed and convenience while simultaneously insisting on the preservation of human connection. This "efficiency with a caveat" approach suggests that while the city-state is ready for a digital-first future, the human touch remains an indispensable anchor for trust and security.
Lawrence Ng
Jan 53 min read


AI is Redefining the Singaporean Diner's Experience
Perhaps the most significant leap in consumer-facing tech tackles the single greatest bottleneck in any fast-service establishment: the checkout line. The 12EAT AI POS system, a visual recognition solution from Singapore-based Deliverychinatown Pte. Ltd.
Lawrence Ng
Nov 6, 20252 min read


TikTok's Balancing Act in Empowering Businesses Through AI Versus Preserving Authentic User Content
Despite the clear benefits of automated tools and generative AI for efficiency, the deployment of these technologies presents unique challenges within TikTok's ecosystem, particularly concerning authenticity and user perception.
Lawrence Ng
Oct 30, 20254 min read

