Filum AI, a Vietnamese AI startup, successfully raised $1 million from prominent investors, including Nextrans and VinVentures. Founded in 2020, the company aims to enhance sustainable growth for businesses through comprehensive CX management solutions. The funding will accelerate product development and expand into the Southeast Asian market.
UDM Tech has officially launched the OPTRA Platform, an AI-based real-time analysis system designed for various industries, including automotive and semiconductors. Unveiled at the 2025 Smart Factory Automation Expo, the platform offers advanced features like predictive maintenance and AI-driven process optimization, aiming to enhance productivity and efficiency.
LG Uplus has developed an AI-driven customer management system to proactively detect and prevent service complaints. By analyzing customer data, the system allows staff to address potential issues before customers experience them, aiming to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction while reducing churn rates.
Lunit, a medical AI company, has been selected by Abu Dhabi’s SEHA to supply its AI solution, Lunit Insight MMG, for a national breast cancer screening program. This partnership aims to analyze over 100,000 mammography images over the next five years, expanding Lunit’s presence in the global cancer screening market.
Google is reportedly collaborating with Taiwan’s MediaTek to develop the next-generation AI chip, TPU, set for production next year. This move comes as Google seeks to reduce its reliance on NVIDIA, while maintaining its partnership with Broadcom. The details remain unconfirmed by the involved companies.
Researchers at Osaka University have developed an AI model that estimates biological age using just five drops of blood. By analyzing 22 key steroids, the model offers precise health assessments, potentially enabling early detection of age-related health risks and personalized wellness recommendations, highlighting the impact of stress on biological aging.
In the second installment of our series on AI-ready infrastructure, we explore the critical role of network infrastructure in AI deployment. As mid-sized businesses adopt AI, understanding the demands on network bandwidth, latency, and security is essential for successful implementation and competitive advantage in today’s landscape.
The Indonesian Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) plans to launch an AI-based halal certification system called SI Halal, enabling certification within 24 hours. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and affordability, particularly for small businesses, with free options available for UMKM and reduced fees for larger enterprises.
Wai BioLogics has signed a collaborative research agreement with Galax to develop AI-based cancer drugs. The partnership will focus on antibody-based immuno-oncology therapies, combining Wai BioLogics’ antibody platform with Galax’s AI drug design technology to create next-generation treatments for various diseases.
Naver has launched the ‘Naver Plus Store’ app, challenging Coupang’s dominance in fast delivery and e-commerce. Utilizing AI for personalized shopping experiences, the app offers tailored product recommendations and promotional discounts, aiming to enhance user engagement and expand its market presence in the competitive online retail landscape.
