Microsoft is hiring energy strategists to power its Asian datacenters, with a focus on ensuring energy access and sustainability. The software giant is seeking senior managers to lead and implement energy plans for its datacenters in the APAC region, including power interconnection projects and energy supply contracts. Microsoft is also expanding its datacenter footprint in Asia, with a particular emphasis on AI applications, which are known for their high power consumption. Meanwhile, Vietnam is making strides in the semiconductor industry with the groundbreaking of its first chipmaking plant, which will offer foundry services on a 32-nanometer process. In Australia, Big Tech companies have taken down 4.7 million kid's accounts in response to a ban on social media for under-16s, although the eSafety Commissioner acknowledges that some kids may find ways to bypass these restrictions. Bangladesh's University of Dhaka has deployed a Honeynet sensor, attracting over 63,000 cyberattacks within 12 days, highlighting the ongoing threat of cyberattacks in the region. Additionally, Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked X due to its failure to curb deepfake smut, and China is considering a ban on individuals using AI to keep aged relatives company. In other news, India's CloudSEK has received a strategic investment from Connecticut Innovations, marking the first time a US state's investment arm has funded an Indian infosec company. Finally, ASUS has received FDA approval to sell its ultrasound devices in America, expanding its reach into key regions with growing demand for smart and remote healthcare.
