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Data breaches are increasing in frequency and posing serious threats to security. The healthcare industry has been especially affected by the increase in data breaches since healthcare providers store such sensitive and important information. When the internet security of a healthcare organisation is compromised there can be lasting damages to reputation as well as monetary The post Is blockchain the future of medicine in creating a more secure healthcare? appeared first on e27.

In the high-stakes world of healthcare startups, innovation is the lifeblood of success. Disruptive technologies like AI-driven diagnostics, personalised medicine, and wearable health trackers are transforming how we access and deliver care. Yet, for every groundbreaking idea, there are countless replicative models—startups that adjust existing solutions rather than introducing true innovation. While imitative strategies may The post Innovation vs imitation: Shaping the future of healthcare startups appeared first on e27.

This article was first published on February 7, 2023. In 2022, Singapore secured its position as the leading market and hub for femtech innovations with 32 companies founded and operating in the country, a 45 per cent increase from the previous year. Its neighbouring country Malaysia caught up as runner-up with 12 companies; this number The post How Singapore became a leading femtech startup hub in SEA appeared first on e27.

With each year that passes, it seems the world is growing more exhausted. Whether because of the rapid pace at which we live or the prolific hustle culture that keeps us tethered to our work long into the night, it’s no wonder that sleep deprivation has become a major health epidemic. Statistics show that one The post Why tech companies should not sleep on this multibillion-dollar opportunity appeared first on e27.

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem showed renewed resilience in November 2025, pulling in US$328M across 21 deals, says a Tracxn data. This is a sharp rebound that underscores improving investor sentiment. The surge represents a 203.7% jump year-on-year and a 21.9% rise from October, signalling that capital is once again flowing more confidently into the region The post Ecosystem Roundup: SEA tech rebounds with 204% YoY funding surge; SynaXG raises US$20M; Musk flags AI risks; travel surges appeared first on e27.

At first glance, the sharp drop in US jobless claims to 191,000, the lowest level in over three years, should have sparked optimism. Fewer Americans filing for unemployment typically signals labour market resilience, which in turn supports consumer spending and broader economic activity. Despite this positive development, market participants remained unmoved, with equities trading in The post The Fed pivots, but markets hold their breath appeared first on e27.

Singapore-founded deeptech startup SynaXG Technologies has raised over US$20 million in its first funding round, marking one of Asia’s largest early-stage investments in the fast-rising field of AI-Radio Access Networks (AI-RAN). The round, backed by Qualgro, Vertex Ventures, and January Capital Growth Credit, positions the company as one of the region’s most ambitious contenders in AI-native wireless infrastructure. The post Singapore’s SynaXG scores US$20M to shape the future of AI-powered wireless networks appeared first on e27.

Workplace trends in Singapore are shifting significantly as employees increasingly seek stability and emotional fulfilment amid a cautiously evolving economic climate. The “job hugging” phenomenon captures this mood perfectly, with more workers choosing to stay put in their current roles rather than chase faster progression or higher pay elsewhere. This trend reflects a marked departure The post The Singapore workplace in 2025: Job hugging, emotional salary, and a whole new approach to leadership development appeared first on e27.

Expanding into Southeast Asia is a milestone many Taipei startups aspire to reach, but the reality is that early market entry often feels like navigating in the dark. Taipei City’s Global Pass programme was created to change that story by giving founders a guided route into fast-moving ecosystems like Thailand and Vietnam, where timing and The post How IsCoolLab is shaping the future of industrial automation in Southeast Asia appeared first on e27.

Across Southeast Asia, video has become the language of the internet. Audiences scroll, swipe and consume visual content at a pace that challenges even the most resourceful publishers and marketers. For startups in Taipei looking to enter these fast-moving markets, breaking in requires more than a good idea. It requires cultural fluency, trusted local partners The post How GliaCloud is turning AI video into a growth engine for Southeast Asia appeared first on e27.