Irene Lim, 38, lost her limbs after being infected with sepsis two years ago. – ST Living independently became a challenge for 38-year-old Irene Lim after part of her forearms and legs were amputated in 2023 due to sepsis triggered by an unknown bacterial infection. She could not afford prosthetic arms as she had already spent her life savings of around $300,000 on her treatment, pushing her to seek alternative solutions. Things changed in early 2025 after her dragon boating

In a light-filled workshop in eastern China, a robotic arm moved a partially assembled autonomous vehicle as workers calibrated its cameras, typical of the incremental automation being adopted even across smaller factories in the world's manufacturing powerhouse. In a light-filled workshop in eastern China, a robotic arm moved a partially assembled autonomous vehicle as workers calibrated its cameras, typical of the incremental automation being adopted even across smaller fac

By Prof Datin Lorela Chia Across ASEAN, industrial investment is accelerating. Automation platforms, AI systems, advanced manufacturing tools, and integrated analytics are increasingly accessible. Capital deployment is rising, and policy frameworks are evolving to support digital and industrial upgrading. Technology availability is no longer the primary constraint. The more pressing question is whether industrial systems are expanding their Complexity Absorption Capacity at

South Korea is considering building a 4.5 trillion won (US$3.06 billion) foundry to manufacture chips, funded by state and private investment. AFP pic South Korea is considering building a 4.5 trillion won (US$3.06 billion) foundry to manufacture chips, funded by state and private investment, the industry ministry said, amid efforts to ensure the country remains a powerhouse in semiconductors. President Lee Jae Myung presided over a meeting on Wednesday attended by executive