Author: Digital News Asia

It’s the era of ‘Personal UC,’ says ZK Research white paper
The original promise of truly integrated unified communications (UC) is only now being delivered, according to a new white paper by analyst firm ZK Research, from a study sponsored by ShoreTel.
DataStreamX raises US$365K to expand real-time data marketplace
Singapore-based startup DataStreamX, an online marketplace for real-time data, said it has raised S$500,000 (US$365,000) from private investors.
Emerson opens SEA Customer Experience Centre in Singapore
Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, has announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art Customer Experience Centre in Singapore, which will serve as the regional hub for data centre planning and validation.
iPro launches Atom-powered Win8.1 tablet in Malaysia
iPro Mobile has launched its LivePad 8.9 tablet, powered by Intel Corp’s Atom Z3735F Quad-Core processor and running on Microsoft Corp’s Windows 8.1 operating system, priced at RM799 (US$219).
IoT already transforming family life: GSMA report
The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming family life through the wireless connection of devices in the home, such as smart meters and security systems, helping to save money and increase peace of mind, according to new research issued today by the GSM Association (GSMA).
Sunway Group moves to IBM Cloud in 5yr IT modernisation plan
One of Malaysia’s largest conglomerates, Sunway Group, said it is working with IBM to deploy the IBM Connections Cloud to transform its IT and business infrastructure in a five-year IT modernisation initiative.
INTI-LinkedIn link up to create workforce-ready graduates
Malaysian higher education institution INTI International University and Colleges has announced a strategic collaboration with the world’s largest online professional network, LinkedIn, to nurture industry-ready graduates by building and aligning their online credentials and skills with future employers.
Indonesian wedding marketplace Bridestory gets Series A funding from Rocket Internet
Jakarta-based online wedding marketplace Bridestory has just secured Series A funding from Rocket Internet Group. Financial terms were not disclosed.
PricePanda and Australia’s Getprice to merge
Berlin-based PricePanda, a Rocket Internet subsidiary, and Sydney-based Getprice have announced that they will merge to create a network across the Asia Pacific region, under the Next Commerce banner.
MDeC to work with GameFounders to bring games accelerator to Malaysia
National ICT custodian Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) and GameFounders, the first gaming startup accelerator in Europe, said they would collaborate to bring a regional games accelerator to Malaysia.
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