Norwegian software venture targets rising cyber attack risks

DAVOS, Switzerland (Reuters) - Norwegian firms Telenor, Aker ASA and Cognite say a new software security company they plan to launch this year will help companies protect their industrial assets from an increased cyber attack risk since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Singaporeans overseas may be able to vote by post by next presidential polls

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Plans are in the works to allow more eligible voters to cast their ballots without having to go to polling stations by the presidential election next year.

Chris Rock could host Oscars 2023 after ‘very unfortunate’ slap, TV exec says

ABC’s President of Entertainment Craig Erwich stated that he considers the 2022 Oscars a 'really successful year for the show' despite the controversy on Will Smith slapping Rock.

Cryptocurrency, digital token transfers in Thailand exempt from VAT

BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): Transfer of cryptocurrencies or digital tokens as well as digital currencies issued by the Bank of Thailand (BOT) are exempted from value-added tax (VAT) from April 1 this year to Dec 31 next year.

Sarawak moves closer to getting Niah National Park on Unesco list

KUCHING: Sarawak will submit a draft dossier on its nomination of Niah National Park as a World Heritage Site to Unesco by September.

Cue sport continues to deliver despite lack of funding

SNOOKER’s one-gold contribution at the SEA Games stage is ironic considering the sport does not enjoy full support from the relevant sporting bodies.

Gains and pains

THE Vietnam SEA Games in Hanoi was not just about the joy of winning. It had its fair share of trials and tribulations. We bring you some of the highs and lows of what our athletes went through.

Strong demand a boon for Kawan

PETALING JAYA: Kawan Food Bhd is expected to be driven by the resilient demand for its products.

Furniture fair back after two years

THE Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) will return as a hybrid event after a two-year pandemic hiatus.

Pakistan-IMF loan talks going well, take ‘bit of time’