New unproductive forces: The Chinese youth owning their unemployment
China is instructed to boost "new productive forces," focusing on AI, robotics, and other targeted areas of science and technology.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Musk wants 25% voting control at Tesla before fulfilling AI goal
Elon Musk owns around 13% of Tesla stock after selling billions of dollars of shares in 2022 partly to help finance his purchase of Twitter.
Tue Jan 16 2024
When ChatGPT meets humanoid robotics
AI and the development of humanoid robots are two cutting-edge sectors where the projects underway are pushing new boundaries.
Sat Apr 15 2023
Lacking health workers, Germany taps robots for elder care
Garmi is a humanoid of a new sector called geriatronics, a discipline that taps advanced technologies like robotics, IT and 3D technology.
Sat Apr 01 2023
Making robots more 'human' to improve their interactions with people
Many robots have a humanoid form, but they can still lack that "human" touch.
Wed Mar 22 2023
Amazon's cloud unit to invest $6 bln in Malaysia by 2037
AWS' cloud platform offers more than 200 services, including storage, robotics and artificial intelligence.
Thu Mar 02 2023
Construction of Perak SOCSO rehabilitation centre 11.8 pct complete - Sivakumar
The construction of the SOCSO's National Neuro-Robotics and Cybernics Centre in Perak is currently in the second or Superstructure phase with 11.8 pct of the work completed.
Sun Feb 19 2023
Robots are stepping up to takeout delivery
With the restaurant industry still facing labor shortages in the US, technology offers a partial solution when it comes to home-delivery.
Mon Jan 09 2023
Will robots replace humans at Amazon?
The development of Amazon's robotics are fueling fears that it's warehouses will one day be run by machines, leading to huge layoffs.
Tue Nov 15 2022
Shadow puppet enthusiasts hope robotics can save ancient art
Ahnaf hopes to save the ancient tradition of shadow puppetry using 3D-printed figures controlled by robotics instead of people.
Sat Oct 29 2022
Ocean Infinity ready to resume MH370 search on "no cure, no fee" deal
Ocean Infinity held a meeting with Dr Wee Ka Siong here today, as the marine robotics company shared its readiness to resume the search operation for the MH370 based on a "no cure, no fee" deal.
Mon Jun 20 2022
RM654 mln for Socso's workers' rehab nuero-robotics and cybernics centre in Perak
RM654 million has been allocated for the construction of the SOCSO National Neuro-Robotics and Cybernics Centre, a modern landmark and a new revolution in workers' recovery and rehabilitation.
Sat Jun 11 2022
This robot can go hunting for signs of cancer deep in your lungs
This "magnetic tentacle robot" was designed in order to take tissue samples or even to administer a specific anti-cancer treatment.
Tue Apr 12 2022
Malaysia to develop National Robotics Roadmap - PM
Malaysia will develop the National Robotics Roadmap (NRR) in an effort to lift robotics technology into mainstream usage to boost national productivity.
Thu Feb 17 2022
Afghan all-girl robotics team members land in Mexico
Five members of an all-girl Afghan robotics team arrived in Mexico on Tuesday evening, fleeing an uncertain future at home.
Wed Aug 25 2021
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024