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Alfred Siew

Alfred is a writer, speaker and media instructor who has covered the telecom, media and technology scene for more than 20 years. Previously the technology correspondent for The Straits Times, he now edits the Techgoondu.com blog and runs his own technology and media consultancy.
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Ransomware attacks, cybercrime cases on the rise in Singapore in 2021: CSA

A growing number of ransomware attacks menaced Singapore businesses while online scams…

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Marking 15 years in Singapore, Google opens third data centre, partners government on AI

Google commemorated its 15 years in Singapore today by completing a new…

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Manufacturing and industrial facilities to have over 49 million 5G connections in 2030: ABI

Manufacturing and industrial firms will set up more than 49 million 5G…

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Samsung Odyssey Ark, an eye-catching curved gaming screen, is out for S$4,999 in Singapore

The S$4,999 Samsung Odyssey Ark promises an immersive experience with its 1000R…

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Q&A: Businesses need to ward off bots that mimic humans, says Imperva

Bad bots, automated programs created with malicious intent, are becoming hard to…

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Out for preorder in Singapore, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, Z Fold4 feature small upgrades

Samsung's latest flip and fold phones - the Galaxy Z Flip4 and…

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As US shores up semiconductor production, a finely balanced sector faces changes

The US is looking to secure semiconductor production back on home soil,…

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Outdoor augmented reality experience at Marina Bay among new 5G projects in Singapore

An outdoor augmented reality (AR) setup that promises a "cinematic" experience at…

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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 review: Excellent audio on the go, at a cost

Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 3 offer great audio quality rivalled by few…

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Geek buy: StarHub TV+ Android set-top box is a smart add-on for old TVs

The StarHub TV+ set-top box, running Android TV, brings modern apps and…

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Singtel 5G “standalone” network now covers more than 95 per cent of Singapore

Singtel now has more than 95 per cent nationwide coverage in Singapore…

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After three-year pause, Singapore warily calls for more sustainable data centres

Singapore is calling for new data centres in future to be more…

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Foodpanda opens regional HQ in Singapore, runs programmes for tech talent

Food and grocery delivery operator Foodpanda has opened a regional headquarters in…

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Mobile broadband covers most of Asia-Pacific but adoption still low: GSMA

Mobile broadband networks cover most of the population in Asia-Pacific, but user…

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Time to upgrade the work-from-home gear for the hybrid future

More than two years after the work-from-home practice started, it may be…

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TCL P735 review: An interesting way to watch your shows with Google TV

The TCL P735 offers AI-driven show recommendations for each person at home,…

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Q&A: As it builds datacentres across Asia, Princeton Digital Group seeks a sustainable path

Princeton Digital Group aims to be fully powered by renewable energy by…

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Sonos Ray review: Scaled down soundbar misses some important features

The Sonos Ray compact soundbar continues with the company's excellent interface and…

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When your company wants to place a corporate Wi-Fi access point in your home

With remote work the norm, some businesses are extending security and traffic…

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