Author: Gabey Goh
Greasing the cogs of an ecosystem
Perhaps a government-driven accreditation process for startups to evaluate their readiness in fulfilling requirements and providing adequate support might prove useful, but within a Malaysian context, it is hard to discount the general mistrust and lack of faith that persist when such grand goals boil down to execution, writes Gabey Goh.
Digerati50: Personal growth leads to business growth
Digital News Asia (DNA) continues a weekly series that profiles the top 50 influencers, movers and shakers who are helping shape Malaysia’s Digital Economy. These articles are from Digerati50, a special print publication released in January 2014. For information on customised reprints of Digertai50, email [email protected].
The end of HITB? No, it's a level-up
It may be the final year for HITBSecConf in Malaysia, but don't think that's the last time you'll hear from the Hack In The Box crew. CEO Dhillon Andrew Kannabhiran shares what's in store for 2015.
UberX marks official debut in KL amidst challenges
Low-cost service offers fares 15% lower than budget taxis on average
Uber enjoying growing popularity in KL, but possible regulatory issues
Digerati50: Not just an investor, but an enabler
Digital News Asia (DNA) continues a weekly series that profiles the top 50 influencers, movers and shakers who are helping shape Malaysia’s Digital Economy. These articles are from Digerati50, a special print publication released in January 2014. For information on customised reprints of Digertai50, email [email protected].
Taamkru lands US$620K to battle Thailand's ‘mutual shame’
Thailand-based startup Taamkru has received a seed investment of US$620,000 from 500 Durians, M&S Partners, IMJ Investment Partners, Ookbee, and Red Dot Ventures, which it intends to use to tackle the country's 'mutual shame' in education.
Ebizu on regional mission to digitalise retail sector
Out to help retail players take baby steps towards using digital to reach consumers
Micro-location technology used for proximity marketing, analytics, insights and more
Cybercriminals more patient, eyeing bigger targets: Symantec
In 2013, there was a 62% increase in the number of data breaches globally from the previous year, resulting in more than 552 million identities being exposed, according to the latest Symantec Internet Security Threat Report.
When women in tech 'flaunt it'
Tech blog seemingly lauds attractiveness in women in tech sector
Notion of ‘women in tech’ should not be a factor in any shape or form
I FOUND myself mildly offended on behalf of all apparently ‘non-attractive women in tech’ earlier this week.
Curious connections: Another files for MH17 trademark
Following Digital News Asia’s report of an unknown Caribbean firm filing applications to trademark ‘MH17’ and ‘MH370,’ another company has entered the trademark fray, with some curious connections emerging. Gabey Goh reports.
