Alibaba Cloud upgrades AnalyticDB with vector database engine

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has enhanced its AnalyticDB vector engine, making it easier than ever for enterprises to access various large language models (LLMs) for building their customised generative AI capabilities.

At its Data Management Summit hosted in Jakarta, Alibaba Cloud also upgraded its one-stop, cloud-native data management and data serving platform by introducing ApsaraDB HTAP (Hybrid Transactional &...

25 July 2023 | Alibaba Cloud

Alibaba Cloud unveils strategic roadmap for international business

A road with dips over hills.

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has announced its latest international strategic roadmap at the 2022 Alibaba Cloud Summit.

During the three-day summit, the trusted cloud provider has revealed new products to support technology innovation among enterprises, an investment of $1 billion for a global partner ecosystem upgrade, and enhanced customer services to provide comprehensive support throughout a customer’s digitalisation...

26 September 2022 | Alibaba Cloud

Alibaba launches ‘Data-as-a-Service’ firm Lingyang

Alibaba has spun out a “Data-as-a-Service” (DaaS) business called Lingyang Intelligent Service Company.

Lingyang will offer solutions to enterprises that were initially developed for Alibaba.

“The launch of the new firm is an important step taken by Alibaba after long-term consideration,” said Daniel Zhang, Chairman and CEO of Alibaba.

The team behind Lingyang has vast experience supporting Alibaba’s Double 11 Data Big Screen and 88VIP initiatives....

30 June 2022 | Alibaba Cloud

Alibaba’s cloud arm facing US national security probe

Chinese Flag

Alibaba’s cloud wing is being reviewed by the Biden administration to determine if it poses a risk to US national security, according to Reuters.

The probe is investigating how the company stores US client data, including personal information and intellectual property, and whether the Chinese government could gain access to it.

Concerns also centre around whether Beijing could disrupt access to information stored on Alibaba’s cloud.

Alibaba’s operations...

19 January 2022 | Alibaba Cloud

Tencent Cloud expands global footprint with Latin America entry

Sao Paulo, Brazil

Tencent Cloud, China’s second largest cloud provider after Alibaba, has launched its first internet data centre in Latin America.

Located in Brazil’s financial capital São Paulo, the facility adds to Tencent’s global network of 27 cloud regions and 68 availability zones. The company’s expansion into Latin America comes to meet the growing demand for digitisation within the region.

Tencent also hopes its entry into Brazil will fuel cooperation between South...

29 November 2021 | Companies

Alibaba launches cloud pin for Tokyo Olympic broadcasters

Tokyo Olympics Bridge

Tech giant Alibaba, a worldwide Olympic partner, has unveiled its Alibaba Cloud Pin, a digital wearable for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games that allows for the exchange of contact information in a safe and interactive manner.

Designed for broadcasting and media professionals, the pin can be worn either as a badge or on a lanyard, and will be deployed at the International Broadcasting Centre (IBC) and Main Press Centre (MPC) of the upcoming Games between July 23 and August...

21 July 2021 | Alibaba Cloud