by Ferry Bayu | Aug 11, 2023 | Business
MiiTel can now recognize voice emotions with AI
Jakarta, August 11, 2023 — RevComm is pleased to announce the latest breakthrough in the world of business communication. By combining artificial intelligence (AI) with voice emotion recognition capabilities, RevComm introduces an innovative feature that enables users to identify human emotions in phone conversations and online meetings using MiiTel.
Speech emotion recognition is a technology that allows users to recognize and visualize the level of positive and negative emotions in verbal conversations online. Through this feature, users can more easily monitor and evaluate the quality of their conversations.
The sophistication of the voice emotion recognition feature can be experienced in phone conversations using MiiTel, RevComm’s innovative AI-based smart telephone system that can automatically record, transcribe, and analyze voice. Most recently, MiiTel also supports the automatic generation of conversation summaries with ChatGPT. This technology can support the improvement of sales, call center, and business performance.
Furthermore, voice emotion recognition is also available for MiiTel Meetings, an AI-based online meeting analytics tool that can support business communication in Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet platforms.
This feature utilizes colors to depict the levels of emotions in conversations. Darkening shades of green indicate higher levels of happiness, whereas deepening shades of orange indicate higher levels of negativity. Grey represents a neutral emotional state, while white signifies the absence of conversation.
Furthermore, the emotional identification within the speech emotion recognition feature can be observed from two distinct perspectives: that of MiiTel users and that of customers. The user’s facet enabling the monitoring of the quality of conducted conversations. Conversely, from the customer’s standpoint, this can serve as a evaluative guide and provide insights into the types of conversations that elicit positive or negative reactions from clients.
This breakthrough signifies RevComm’s commitment to provide cutting-edge technological solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. MiiTel is currently accessible in Japan, the United States, and Indonesia. Visit miitel.id to get a free demo.
MiiTel is an innovation from RevComm, one of Japan’s fastest-growing technology companies. Within five years, RevComm became a unicorn and won numerous awards: Forbes Japan’s Startup of the Year, Google for Startups, AWS Summit, Mizuho Innovation Award, Japan Venture Awards, BOXIL SaaS Award, Deloitte Technology Fast 50, and Forbes AI 50.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 11, 2023 | Business
Mastering the New Media Landscape: TAPRO’s Freda Liu Shares Insights on Elevating Brand Presence at MGCC Event
TAPRO’s media trainer, Freda Liu grazed MGCC’s Tuesday Club with her sharing on how and what businesses can do to stay relevant in the digital age.
KUALA LUMPUR — In a rapidly evolving digital age, the role of media in shaping businesses’ brand presence has undergone a transformative shift. Recognizing the significance of adapting to these changes, the Malaysia German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) hosted an insightful event on August 8 featuring esteemed speaker and TAPRO media trainer, Freda Liu. With a focus on illuminating the path towards brand elevation, the event shed light on the crucial relationship between modern media and business success.
As the media landscape continues to undergo unprecedented changes, businesses are confronted with the imperative to embrace these shifts to remain competitive. The recent event held at MGCC, headlined by renowned speaker Freda Liu, provided an in-depth exploration of the ways in which media can significantly impact a business’s visibility, reach, credibility, and trust. In an era where digital platforms dominate communication channels, understanding how to leverage media effectively is no longer a choice but a necessity for sustained growth.
Freda Liu, a distinguished voice in the realm of business and media, delved into the intricate facets of brand strategy during her engaging session. Attendees were presented with actionable insights aimed at refining their brand strategy across various dimensions. Liu underscored the pivotal role that strategic marketing, compelling content, an engaging website, and a robust social media presence play in shaping a brand’s identity. By aligning these elements cohesively, businesses can create a powerful and resonating brand narrative that captures the essence of their offerings.
One of the event’s standout highlights was Liu’s exploration of emerging trends in media and their profound implications for brand development. The digital revolution has fundamentally altered the way content is consumed and shared across diverse platforms. Liu emphasized that achieving brand differentiation now hinges not only on reach but also on cultivating an engaged and attentive audience. The dynamics of digital transformation necessitate businesses to meticulously evaluate their content dissemination strategies across platforms and consider the nuanced impact on their brand perception.
In her closing remarks, Freda Liu emphasized the escalating significance of thought leadership in the evolving media landscape. With an astute eye on the future, Liu urged attendees to proactively anticipate the needs of both current and prospective clients. She urged businesses to embrace a visionary approach that positions them as industry authorities, guiding the conversation and shaping perceptions. Liu’s insights echoed the profound truth that in a world brimming with information, brands that offer valuable insights and steer conversations are poised to thrive.
Attendees left the event equipped with a renewed understanding of media’s transformative potential and armed with actionable strategies to propel their brands to new heights.
Based in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, TAPRO is a specialised talent acquisition and training firm with a focus in the education, healthcare, banking & finance and IT industries for Malaysia and the region. Its services include talent acquisition, learning and development, business and marketing consulting and event management.
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 10, 2023 | Business
Wealth Of The Philippines’ 50 Richest On Forbes List Rises 11% To US$80 Billion
SINGAPORE (August 10, 2023) – The combined wealth of tycoons on the 2023 Forbes list of Philippines’ 50 Richest rose 11% to US$80 billion from $72 billion last year. The complete list can be found here and in the August issue of Forbes Asia.
The Philippine economy logged 6.4% growth in the first quarter of 2023, marking two years of continuous expansion since its recovery from the pandemic. Although the economy must now deal with inflation and higher interest rates, the country’s benchmark stock index rose 6% from a year ago when fortunes were last measured.
More than half of those on the list are wealthier this year, led by the top three. The Sy siblings, heirs to the group built by the late Henry Sy Sr., retain the top spot, adding $1.8 billion to their net worth, which now stands at $14.4 billion. Shares of their flagship SM Investments, a conglomerate with interests in banking, property and retail, jumped 19% from a year ago amid a rebound in consumer spending.
Property tycoon Manuel Villar continues to hold second place with a fortune of $9.7 billion, up $1.9 billion, on the back of a resilient housing market. Villar also listed his power business, Premiere Island Power REIT, in December 2022. Rounding out the top 3 is this year’s biggest dollar gainer, ports tycoon Enrique Razon Jr., who saw his fortune rise $2.5 billion to $8.1 billion. Shares in his company International Container Terminal Services jumped 24% from a year ago, thanks to sustained improvement in supply chains.
Another notable gainer is Ramon Ang, president and CEO of listed conglomerate San Miguel Corp., who moves up five spots to No. 4. His wealth was up nearly 40% to $3.4 billion following the acquisition of his majority owned Eagle Cement, one of the archipelago’s largest cement makers, by San Miguel. Taking the fifth spot on the list is Tony Tan Caktiong of Jollibee Foods, who saw his net worth rise $600 million to $3.2 billion.
Featured on the cover of the August issue of Forbes Asia is Sabin Aboitiz, a fourth-generation member of the Aboitiz family (No. 6, $3.15 billion). Aboitiz is spearheading a $7 billion transformation of Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Philippines’ second largest electricity producer, into a banking, infrastructure and technology powerhouse.
The three new newcomers to the list are all inheritors. The Gotianun family, at No. 22 with $850 million, inherited stakes in conglomerate Filinvest Development from matriarch Mercedes Gotianun, who died last December. The Yuchengco family, heirs of Alfonso Yuchengco and the biggest shareholder of Rizal Commercial Banking Corp., one of the country’s largest lenders, also joins the ranks at No. 33 with $420 million. Federico Lopez debuts on the list at No. 42 with $300 million, shared with his family, after taking over the media, property and power empire from his father, Oscar, who died in April at age 93.
The minimum net worth to make the list was $180 million, slightly down from $185 million last year.
The top 10 richest in the Philippines are:
- Sy siblings; US$14.4 billion
- Manuel Villar; $9.7 billion
- EnriqueRazon Jr.; $8.1 billion
- RamonAng; $3.4 billion
- Tony Tan Caktiong; $3.2 billion
6.Aboitiz Family; $3.15 billion
7.Lance Gokongwei & siblings; $3 billion
8.Isidro Consunji & siblings; $2.9 billion
- Jaime Zobel de Ayala; $2.8 billion
- Lucio Tan; $2.6 billion
The list was compiled using shareholding and financial information obtained from the families and individuals, stock exchanges, analysts and other sources. Unlike the Forbes Billionaires’ rankings, this list includes family fortunes, including those shared among extended families. Net worths are based on stock prices and exchange rates as of the close of markets on July 21, 2023. Private companies were valued based on similar companies that are publicly traded. The list can also include foreign citizens with business, residential or other ties to the country, or citizens who don’t reside in the country but have significant business or other ties to the country.
For more information, visit www.forbes.com/philippines
by Ferry Bayu | Aug 10, 2023 | Business
AECA Solutions Sets Up Singapore Base
Malaysian Geospatial Intelligence Technology Company, AECA Solutions Establishes AECA Technologies Pte. Ltd. In Singapore
AECA Solutions is now
a part of Singapore’s Geospatial ecosystem with the establishment of AECA
Technologies Pte. Ltd. in Singapore.
One of the reasons
AECA has chosen Singapore as another site to base out of is that the country is
at the epicenter of international business activity in the Asia Pacific region.
Location is pivotal.
Malaysia and Singapore are at the center of an emerging market.
Economic forecasts
predict that Southeast Asia is likely to remain one of the fastest-growing
regions for years to come.
CEO of AECA Solutions,
Tengku Erina Tengku Nasrudin spoke about the strategy behind AECA setting up
office in Singapore, “Singapore is leading Geospatial initiatives in this
region. We chose to build our presence here in Singapore as part of a larger
strategic growth plan, and to make full use of the support by local agencies such
as GeoWorks by Singapore Land Authority and Singapore Business Federation in
line with their Smart Nation initiatives.”
In addition, Singapore
is attracting global technology, talent and investment because of its safe and
stable environment as well as a regulatory framework that is favourable to
technology companies and entrepreneurs.
Based on the country
ranking of the Geospatial Knowledge Infrastructure (GKI) Readiness Index 2022
by Geospatial World and the United Nations Statistics Division, Singapore is
ranked number 8.
With AECA’s presence
and participation in Singapore’s more advanced Geospatial arena, AECA aspires
to contribute in boosting Malaysia’s ranks in terms of GKI readiness by taking
advantage of the benefits of being a part of Asia’s most geospatial-ready
country.
AECA Solutions Sdn. Bhd. is a Geospatial Intelligence Technology Company featuring superior equipment and solutions.
Steadily expanding and crossing borders to provide need-based UAV solutions, this Malaysian
company is redesigning its local drone industry by making drone technology accessible and
affordable to all industries nationwide. Prioritising quality and integrity, AECA’s team has been a
key driver of UAV services in Precision Agriculture and Survey-Grade Aerial Mapping.
Dina Nawawi
(Public Relations Officer, AECA Solutions)
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by Ferry Bayu | Aug 10, 2023 | Business
Singtel begins construction of Singapore’s highest power density, hyper-connected green data centre
Singapore, 8 August 2023 – Singtel has commenced the construction of DC Tuas, Singapore’s highest power density, hyper-connected green data centre, following a groundbreaking ceremony today with Guest-of-Honour Infocomm Media Development Authority’s (IMDA) Chief Executive Mr Lew Chuen Hong.
Mr Lew said “Congratulations to Singtel on the groundbreaking of DC Tuas. It is encouraging to see companies such as Singtel invest in our digital infrastructure. IMDA will continue to work with the industry to architect a sustainable digital ecosystem that is internationally connected, to serve the long-term demands of Singapore’s digital future.”
When operational in 2025, DC Tuas will offer 58MW of IT load capacity to support the strong demand for high-quality, sustainable digital infrastructure while optimising land, power and water use. The 120,000sqft, eight-storey facility is Singapore’s only data centre to be integrated with a cable landing station, providing its customers unparalleled international and domestic connectivity and enhanced network performance including lower latency and improved reliability.
DC Tuas is Singtel’s largest data centre in Singapore to date and will support the Group’s decarbonisation goals with its low power utilisation effectiveness (PUE). DC Tuas will incorporate next-generation cooling capabilities that are able to support customers’ rack density of up to 80kW per rack with more efficient liquid cooling, thus lowering its PUE to below 1.3.
“DC Tuas is based on Singtel’s fourth generation design with the highest power density, and hyper-connected with a number of international submarine cables connected directly to it. ”
Bill Chang,CEO, Digital InfraCo,Singtel
Mr Bill Chang, CEO of Singtel’s Digital InfraCo said, “DC Tuas is based on Singtel’s fourth generation design with the highest power density, and hyper-connected with a number of international submarine cables connected directly to it. This will be an important addition that will strengthen Singapore’s digital infrastructure and position the country as a key business and connectivity hub. It is also a key milestone for our new standalone digital infrastructure business to capture the significant demand for cloud services and the rapid rise of AI adoption in the region. With DC Tuas, we have leveraged our expertise and experience in designing, building and operating data centres to offer a differentiated value proposition to customers – a carrier-neutral advanced facility with access to exceptional connectivity and security. Singapore is integral to our regional data centre strategy and we look forward to continue supporting the country’s ambition to be a sustainable, global digital hub.”
Singtel currently provides 60MW of DC capacity in Singapore. The total capacity will grow to 118MW when DC Tuas is operational in 2025. Ahead of its construction, DC Tuas has already received interest from customers including hyperscalers, multinational and regional corporates, and Singapore enterprises.
In addition to its data centres in Singapore, Singtel has partnered Telkom and Medco Power in Indonesia, and GULF and AIS in Thailand, to build data centres in Batam and Bangkok respectively.
Singtel is Asia’s leading communications technology group, operating in one of the world’s fastest growing and most dynamic regions. We provide an extensive range of digital and telecommunication services to consumers and businesses.
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Jakarta, August 11, 2023 — RevComm is pleased to announce the latest breakthrough in the world of business communication. By combining artificial intelligence (AI) with voice emotion recognition capabilities, RevComm introduces an innovative feature that enables users to identify human emotions in phone conversations and online meetings using MiiTel.
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