The Ultimate Guide to Large Language Models
A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Large Language Models (LLMs).
What to know about Large Language Models
Large Language Models (LLMs) stand at the forefront of artificial intelligence, transforming how businesses, developers, and industries operate. These extensive AI models, trained on vast datasets, excel in understanding and generating human-like text, enabling innovations ranging from advanced chatbots and AI co-pilots to sophisticated data analytics and cybersecurity solutions.
The recent wave of developments highlights their expanding role across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, customer service, and cybersecurity. Readers exploring these stories can gain insights into how LLMs are being integrated into enterprise software, cloud platforms, and security frameworks to enhance productivity, automate complex workflows, and address emerging AI risks such as data privacy and adversarial attacks.
Moreover, these narratives emphasize the dynamic challenges and advancements surrounding LLMs—covering technical breakthroughs, collaborative industry partnerships, and regulatory considerations. By following this tag, readers will stay informed about the evolving landscape of Large Language Models, their applications, security implications, and the strategic significance they hold for future technological progress.
Asian Large Language Models News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
H2O.ai opens Singapore lab for sovereign AI projects
Singapore's scarce land and tight labour market are pushing H2O.ai to test AI systems in live customer settings, not demos.
Hyundai Card blends AI & staff in PR writing tests
Blind contests showed AI can speed PR drafting, but Hyundai Card still prefers human judgment for final messaging and brand voice.
Proofpoint launches AI SOC Analyst Agent with OpenAI
Security teams are under pressure to triage alert floods faster, as the new agent links Proofpoint data with OpenAI reasoning.
Broadcom launches VMware Private AI Cloud for enterprises
Enterprises can now keep AI workloads and sensitive data on the same private cloud, as Broadcom adds governance and security controls.
Filigran launches XTM One to speed threat response
Cybersecurity teams could cut manual handoffs as Filigran ties intelligence, validation and remediation together in one AI workflow.
Snowflake & Mandai launch Animal 360 for animal care
Keepers and vets at Mandai Wildlife Reserve can now query 600,000 records in seconds, cutting time spent piecing together animal histories.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Large Language Models
Iron Mountain wins first-time analyst nods for InSight DXP
ABBYY launches FineParser for enterprise AI document parsing
Tokenmaxxing won't fly in APAC. How to shrink AI spend without limiting security
Setting the standard for safe, scalable AI
Exclusive: ABBYY flags data readiness as AI barrier
Featured News
Exclusive: ABBYY says AI build costs will drive buying
Enterprises could cut AI spend by up to 80% by shifting document workflows away from custom builds and into standard platforms.
Exclusive: ABBYY brings zero-shot document AI to Vantage
Enterprises can now extract data from unseen document types without templates, as ABBYY rolls out zero-shot capabilities in Vantage.
Exclusive: ABBYY launches hybrid AI document models
Enterprises under pressure to curb AI risk and cost are being given a hybrid option that blends generative models with OCR and rules-based extraction.
Docusign's next move: Own the contract, not just the signature
Rapid adoption as Docusign's IAM platform cuts contract delays and turns signed agreements into AI-driven workflows.
Open source is powering the next generation of frontier AI
Rising inference demand and custom hardware needs are pushing AI infrastructure beyond standard cloud setups, boosting open source tools.
The Aussie AI Data Centre debate: profit, power & public trust
Australia's AI boom could add GBP £58 billion, but energy shortages, bubble fears and local backlash are clouding the data centre rush.
The internet times are a'changing Fastly
Bot traffic is forcing Fastly to adapt its edge cloud tools as publishers and AI firms battle over caching, access and data protection.
Zendesk's outcome-based pricing balances AI with human touch
Businesses will pay only for closed support cases under Zendesk's new model, as the software group ties AI automation to human fallback.
Pead: AI search transition reshaping corporate reputation
AI-generated answers are already shaping public perceptions, forcing firms to manage reputation across trusted third-party sources instead of search rankings.
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.
Check Point CTO on AI's double-edged sword
AI is shrinking the gap between vulnerability disclosure and real-world exploitation to hours, forcing security teams to adapt fast.
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Check Point: Hackers are already in. Act accordingly
Hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in hours or minutes, leaving many organisations compromised before defenders spot the breach.
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.
Agentic AI creates enterprise challenge beyond LLM boom
Enterprises face rising costs and governance gaps as thousands of AI agents begin operating alongside staff across multiple systems.
Expert Columns
Some AI risks more subtle than others
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The autonomous SOC takeover
Your AI Scaling Problem is Actually a RAG Problem
AI closes vulnerability window as zero-day exploits surge
AI is testing the limits of Zero Trust
The hidden security risk in document redaction
Frontier AI compresses cyber attack timelines. Can Singapore's defences respond at machine speed?
Most pharma AI is borrowed, ours is built
AI can produce the work, it can't produce the lawyer
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Large Language Models News
Eve Security raises USD $7.5 million for AI agent tools
Growing concern over autonomous AI systems has helped the Austin-based startup secure fresh backing to expand sales and revenue growth.
Secure Code Warrior launches AI literacy course for staff
With most firms using AI but few staff ready, the course targets non-developers handling sensitive data and automations at work.
Microsoft adds Copilot Home, Code & Autopilot tools
Businesses will be able to control AI bills more tightly as Microsoft folds chat, coding and autonomous agents into one Copilot app.
Josh Bersin launches Jupiter for Galileo HR assistant
It aims to cut hallucinations and give HR teams faster, cited answers inside Copilot, Workday and other workplace systems.
Ropes & Gray teams with OpenAI on due diligence AI
Deal teams could get issue-level diligence reports in hours as the law firm builds an OpenAI-powered tool for review under tight deadlines.
OpenAI launches GPT-6 Sol & Luna at lower API prices
Developers can now access cheaper GPT-6 options as OpenAI cuts API prices by half and says caching changes will speed up agent workflows.
Anthropic launches Claude Opus 5.5 with lower costs
Lower running costs and faster output are aimed at businesses using Anthropic's latest Claude model, which starts at USD $4 per million input tokens.
Fastly launches AI controls as machine traffic surges
Machine-generated requests now account for more than half of Fastly's network traffic, intensifying pressure to govern AI costs and security.
Bitdefender launches AI visibility & control for firms
Security teams can now spot unsanctioned AI use across Windows estates, as Bitdefender adds risk ranking and policy controls to GravityZone.
Palo Alto launches continuous AI defence for clients
Attackers are exploiting AI faster than many defences can respond, prompting a shift to continuous testing for hidden exposures.
Proofpoint launches AI security against trusted attacks
Targeted phishing and payment fraud are getting harder to spot as attackers mimic routine business workflows and trusted contacts.
Business AI spending rises 406% at Revolut Business
Companies are treating AI like a recurring operating cost, with monthly business spending up 406% and average outlay far above retail users.
Barracuda launches AI Data Security for smaller firms
Smaller businesses and MSPs are being offered controls to stop staff sending sensitive data into generative AI tools, amid growing governance gaps.
OpenSearch survey flags AI infrastructure vendor worries
Technology leaders are prioritising vendor-neutral AI systems as 83% of organisations run or plan AI workloads, a survey found.
Olas says new forecasting model matches GPT-4.1 benchmark
Forecasting error fell by about a fifth after Olas trained an open-weight model on 214,529 real prediction-market records.
A10 launches AI Gateway for enterprise model control
Enterprises could get tighter control over AI spend and access as A10's gateway routes requests, tracks usage and enforces policy.
Fastly launches AI firewall & runtime control tools
Machine-generated traffic is driving up costs and security risks as Fastly adds controls for AI systems now moving into production.
xAI launches Grok 4.7 for coding & knowledge work
The new model is pitched at longer, harder coding jobs and arrives with broader safety checks as rivals vie for developer workflows.
Nvidia backs AI power efficiency push with new deals
Electricity is becoming the main bottleneck for AI data centres as new Nvidia partnerships aim to raise output per megawatt.
Perplexity adds Portable Computer to Windows RTX PCs
High-end RTX users can now keep sensitive work on-device as Perplexity extends its local AI agent to supported Windows PCs.