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Local businesses hoping to digitalise and adopt artificial intelligence (AI) can find tailored solutions with support from the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and partnerships with industry stakeholders.Speaking at the inaugural SMEs Go Digital Day held at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre on Tuesday (Oct 7), Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information, Tan Kiat How said that «SMEs can punch above their weight» with the effective use of AI.«We cannot stand still. Technology developments, especially AI is advancing rapidly. Customer expectations are increasing, demanding quicker responses and more personalised services,» he said.According to the Singapore Digital Economy (SGDE) report by the IMDA, the number of local SMEs adopting AI has tripled to around 15 per cent between 2023 and 2024 — resulting in cost savings of 52 per cent on average.Go Digital AdvisorAt the event, Tan launched Go Digital Advisor, a new tool in the IMDA's Chief Technology Officer-as-a-Service (CTO-as-a-Service).

The trial of Malone Lam, a Singaporean accused of carrying out a cryptocurrency heist involving hundreds of millions of dollars, was delayed at the last minute on Monday (Oct 6).The postponement was due to the case being «superseded with 11 more defendants and an additional RICO conspiracy count», they told CNA.«We have a status conference at the end of October and we anticipate a trial date being set at that hearing,» a spokesperson said.Lam, 20, faces multiple charges which include wire fraud, money laundering and RICO conspiracy. His trial date was initially set for Oct 6.According to the US Department of Justice, RICO refers to the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organisations Act. It is a law which was designed to target mafia bosses, reported The Economist.RICO conspiracy is a felony and the most serious charge Lam faces. It carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment. Wire fraud and money laundering each carry up to 20 years' jail.Lam and 12 of his associates had formed a «Social Engineering Enterprise» in late 2023 via online gaming platforms, according to prosecutors.

Sir Keir Starmer described the protests which are scheduled to take place at universities today as 'un-British', claiming they show a lack of respect for others.

Touring broadcast studios at Conservative conference in Manchester, Kemi Badenoch played down a poll suggesting nearly two-thirds of members would support a pact.

The writer, who was branded 'Queen of the bonkbuster' thanks to her raunchy series of books, died after a fall at her home, with her family saying they were 'shocked' by her sudden passing.

Leaked audio of Robert Jenrick making the remark about Handsworth has surfaced as he prepares to give his speech to Tory conference.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were seen looking very cozy at the premiere of their new movie, Kiss Of The Spider Woman, in New York on Monday.

Visiblement, la culture gabonaise a encore un très long chemin à parcourir pour parvenir à s'installer sur ce trône qui l'attend au zénith. Jusqu'en 2025, elle n'apparait toujours pas clairement au cœur des politiques mises en œuvre dans le pays. Cela, malgré sa diversité qui fait d'elle une culture extraordinairement riche. C'est peut-être cette absence d'une vision culturelle claire, une véritable politique en faveur du développement de notre culture qui explique la grande (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Hungary has no obligation to support Ukraine’s EU membership bid, the prime minister has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The tragic update comes more than nine days since August 'Gus' Lamont, 4, vanished in the South Australian outback.

The novelist was taken to Gloucester Royal Hospital after a 999 call was made to the ambulance service on late Saturday afternoon.

The British naval hero died for his country after he masterminded his greatest triumph over the French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar on October 21, 1805.

The move could pave the way for an attempt to force President Nicolas Maduro out of power, the report says Read Full Article at RT.com

The DPRK’s leader wished Vladimir Putin a happy birthday, praising his persistence in defending national interests Read Full Article at RT.com

Eswatini’s authorities have confirmed the arrival of ten new migrants under a US deportation deal Read Full Article at RT.com

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's continued silence over the abduction of its nationals in foreign countries is drawing criticism, as families and rights groups accuse the government of abandoning citizens targeted for their activism abroad.

[GroundUp] 20 years after they were displaced by the Mohale Dam, court tells families to share their compensation payout

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When President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika addressed the nation at Kamuzu Stadium on Saturday, October 4, his tone was unmistakable — firm, urgent, and unvarnished. He spoke like a man returning to a house in disrepair, determined to relight its lamps and restore order. His message was clear: discipline, efficiency, and results would define his […] The post Strong Endorsements for the New Chief Secretary: Justin Saidi Seen as the Right Pick for a New Era of Discipline and Delivery appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

For more than a decade, the Jamaica Food and Drink Festival (JFDF) has been serving up bold flavours and unforgettable experiences. Now in its 11th year, the festival has grown into one of the Caribbean’s premier culinary showcases, firmly...

The Rotary Club of Kingston says it is pleased to bring to completion the renovation of the early childhood section of the Salvation Army School for the Blind on Manning’s Hill Road in St Andrew. The lightning-fast renovation only started on...

Jamaica’s manufacturing and export sectors stepped into the spotlight on Saturday night at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston as the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), in partnership with VM Group, hosted its 2025 M...

TEENAGE ENGINEERING, the Swedish design and technology collective renowned for redefining the boundaries of music gear, is set to launch its newest instrument, the EP-40 drum machine and sequencer, with a week-long celebration in Jamaica, October...

STUDENTS LOOKING to become content creators and influencers were equipped with the knowledge and skills to build their brand and succeed in the digital space at the Universal Service Fund’s (USF) inaugural Influencer Creative Workshop. The event,...

A two-year government grant of up to $100,000 will be available to local businesses that export or operate in overseas markets, amid concerns over the impact of the recent trade tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump.The Business Adaptation Grant (BizAdapt) will support up to 50 per cent of eligible costs for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and up to 30 per cent for non-SMEs, Enterprise Singapore said in a factsheet on Tuesday (Oct 7).The grant will be available from Oct 7 until Oct 6, 2027, and will cover two categories of businesses.The first group includes companies that export to or operate in overseas markets and are affected by the tariffs, and the second group includes businesses with manufacturing facilities locally or overseas that support to reconfigure their operations.  For the first group, the grant will help them conduct free trade agreements, trade compliance assessments, legal and contractual advisory and supply chain optimisation and market diversification advisory.

Arrivée à Tahiti pour cinq mois, une touriste a vu son séjour se transformer en cauchemar après avoir été gravement mordue par un chien le 22 août. Cette mésaventure, survenue près du PK 20.5, met en lumière la problématique récurrente des chiens errants ou mal tenus sur les îles.

Les bons chiffres de la fréquentation touristique. D'après l'institut de la statistique, le secteur a connu une hausse de 7,5% entre août 2024 et aout 2025. C'est presque 2 000 touristes en plus. A Moorea, cette hausse a donné le sourire aux hôtels, pensions de famille et aux prestataires

C'est désormais un rendez-vous annuel aussi bien pour les indépendantistes que pour les autonomistes. Demain la 4ème commission de l'ONU se réunit à New York pour entendre les pétitionnaires sur la situation institutionnelle de la Polynésie française. Depuis 12 ans, le processus de décolonisation voulu par les indépendantistes évolue très lentement. Petit retour sur l'histoire.