The Ultimate Guide to Data Privacy
A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Data Privacy.
What to know about Data Privacy
Data Privacy is an increasingly critical topic as technology advances and the volume of personal and enterprise data grows exponentially. This collection of stories explores the latest developments in data privacy across various sectors including cloud computing, AI integration, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
Readers will find insights into how companies and governments are navigating the delicate balance between leveraging data for innovation and maintaining strict privacy protections. Topics such as upgraded data lakehouse architectures for enhanced AI capabilities, privacy challenges in generative AI adoption, and new certifications validating mobile app security highlight the evolving landscape.
The stories also reveal the growing emphasis on responsible AI use, transparency, and ethical data governance as key pillars to safeguard sensitive information. With advances like AI-powered security tools, privacy-focused browsers, and blockchain-enhanced digital identities, organizations are increasingly prioritizing data protection to build customer trust and meet regulatory demands.
By exploring this tag, readers can stay informed on global trends, technological innovations, challenges, and strategies that define the future of data privacy in an interconnected digital world.
Asian Data Privacy News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Bettr & Muslim Pro launch Umrah finance in Malaysia
Malaysian pilgrims can now spread Umrah costs over 12 to 24 months through a new Shariah-compliant financing option in Muslim Pro.
NEC & UrbanChain test parking charges when drivers leave
Drivers could avoid being billed while circling for spaces as the month-long trial in Fukuoka Prefecture links charges to exiting the car.
AI traffic surges 30% as Philippines braces for bots
Businesses in the Philippines may face higher costs and slower sites as AI-generated internet traffic rises 30% in five months, Fastly said.
Saviynt launches Zuma AI identity security platform
The platform targets firms struggling to govern AI agents and machine identities, as Saviynt tops USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue.
Apple Pay launches in the Philippines for shoppers
Shoppers in the Philippines now have access to Apple's contactless payment service across stores, apps and websites, with banks and merchants on board.
Asia's agentic AI in banking: Trusted data will decide who wins
Banks could cut operating costs by 20% to 30% by 2028, but only if they fix duplicated, outdated customer records first.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Data Privacy
Menlo expands AI agent security for Copilot & Gemini
Ethyca launches Astralis to govern enterprise AI data
Telstra Health named APAC company of year by Frost
QuSecure lands Gartner nod for crypto-agility tools
Bedrock Data launches AI agent data loss prevention
Featured News
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
Lumana's Principal Product Manager says its camera-agnostic AI platform is expanding beyond security into retail, healthcare and smart cities.
Cohesity mitigating shadow AI by empowering staffers
Approved AI tools are cutting shadow use by staff, but Cohesity warns the bigger risk is corrupted enterprise knowledge and weak governance.
Resilience over prevention as AI reshapes security landscape
Rising ransomware speed is pushing ANZ firms to increase spending on recovery strategies as AI gives attackers new ways in.
John Margerison on the new class of employee: AI managers
Businesses should treat AI like a new hire, as weak oversight could expose sensitive data and leave staff needing fresh skills to stay relevant.
Visa strengthens AI defences amid new era of cyber threats
Visa is pouring billions into AI defences as regulators demand safer, auditable systems to counter faster cyber threats and fraud.
Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is
Hackers are already stockpiling encrypted data for Q-Day, when quantum machines could break RSA and ECC in minutes.
Geotab using telematics and AI to reshape fleet management
Rising fuel costs and safety risks are pushing fleet operators to use Geotab telematics to cut idling, reroute trips and monitor fatigue.
Exclusive: Reco COO on securing the AI inside your SaaS stack
Reco COO Zoe Hillenmeyer says enterprises typically underestimate their AI agent exposure by a factor of ten and that gap is widening.
Riverbed says go from ticket queues to zero disruption
AI-driven support tools could cut employee downtime, as Riverbed argues that fewer tickets may still hide unresolved problems.
AI use in life sciences focused on augmentation - for now
AI in life sciences is boosting workflows rather than replacing scientists, as firms navigate regulation, data risks and uneven adoption across markets.
Expert Columns
Asia Pacific's next chapter of digital growth will be defined by trust, resilience and sovereignty
What Role Does Data Quality Play in Data Governance?
How to prevent fake signups on your Shopify store
Why Southeast Asia is becoming a global fintech growth hub
Asia's agentic AI in banking: Trusted data will decide who wins
AI deserves our appreciation, but only if we're honest about what we're appreciating
5 Data & AI governance trends every CDO should be watching in 2026
How AI is helping sellers read buyer intent
Why data governance use cases fail without accurate data
Why Every Chief Data Officer Needs a Modern Data Quality Strategy for AI
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
Cohesity mitigating shadow AI by empowering staffers
Resilience over prevention as AI reshapes security landscape
John Margerison on the new class of employee: AI managers
Visa strengthens AI defences amid new era of cyber threats
Recent Data Privacy News
RewardinMe launches AI agent for gamified marketing
Marketers across Southeast Asia can now use one tool to plan, create and optimise campaigns as RewardinMe folds AI into its gamified platform.
DBS adds agentic AI to virtual assistants for customers
Banking tasks for millions of customers can now be completed in one chat as DBS upgrades its virtual assistants with agentic AI.
HashKey launches single app across regulated crypto markets
Traders can now access Hong Kong, Singapore, Middle East and global services through one app, with features gated by local regulatory checks.
ITSEC Asia launches Bronyx AI for automated testing
Businesses may get security test results in hours as ITSEC Asia's new platform flags risks and keeps human consultants in the loop.
Waze adds motorcycle mode & Gemini navigation tools
Riders in seven countries will soon get hazard warnings and faster ETAs as the navigation app rolls out a motorcycle mode.
Hong Kong shoppers embrace AI, but not at checkout
While discovery is already mainstream, 45% of Hong Kong shoppers still balk at letting AI complete purchases, the survey found.
Singapore warnings on identity gaps after breaches
Breaches in Singapore and Japan are sharpening scrutiny of identity controls, as regulators eye tougher rules for data centres and cloud firms.
Animoca launches Visa pilot for AI shopping agents
Users in Hong Kong can now let approved AI agents find Visa card perks and complete purchases at selected merchants under preset spending rules.
AAMS launches Asia Admarcom Alliance across six markets
The pact is meant to ease fragmentation as marketers across Southeast Asia face common pressures from AI, content, data and skills gaps.
China cloud market turns to compliance & resilience
Regulation, resilience and AI are now shaping Chinese companies' cloud choices as hybrid models dominate and vendor risk rises.
Mastercard unveils Singapore payments innovation circuit
Financial institutions across Asia Pacific are being shown how AI agents, digital identity and tokenisation could reshape secure payments in coming years.
Shopee & Meta launch Instagram affiliate partnerships
More creators in Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Brazil can now earn commissions by tagging Shopee products in Instagram posts and Reels.
Bitdefender report flags AI blind spots in Singapore
More than half of Singapore respondents lacked full visibility of employee AI use, heightening fears over shadow tools, data leaks and breaches.
Google Cloud names new country heads in Indonesia & Thailand
The appointments bolster Google Cloud's push for AI and cloud growth in Southeast Asia, as competition intensifies across key markets.
KYC for Neobanks in Asia region
Fast-growing digital banks in Asia face tighter checks as varied rules and weak data systems make customer verification harder across borders.
Visionbay chooses Netris for Taiwan's largest GPU cluster
Hardware-enforced tenant separation will help Visionbay scale Taiwan's largest GPU cluster without risking customer data leakage or network outages.
Globe Telecom picks Synchronoss for Philippines cloud
The deal gives Globe Telecom a new subscription service for 54 million users, helping them back up and manage content beyond handset storage.
Malaysia's Budget 2027 could shape AI future, says Chmiel
A narrow window for investment, jobs and skills could decide whether Malaysia becomes a Southeast Asian AI hub by 2027.
Ant International ties sustainability to management pay
Sustainability targets will now affect pay reviews at Ant International, as the payments firm widens internal accountability beyond financial results.
EY Singapore wins data protection & cyber trust marks
The certifications bolster EY's appeal to clients handling sensitive data and regulated work as Singapore tightens digital trust standards.
