Southeast Asian travelers are back
Before COVID-19, the countries of Southeast Asia were some of the world’s most popular travel destinations. The pandemic changed that in a matter of months — with devastating repercussions for…
The city using Google tools for environmental education
Since launching Google’s Environmental Insights Explorer (EIE) in 2018, my team and I have seen how data can help local governments develop relevant climate plans.EIE is a free tool designed…
Office spotlight: Singapore
From the Shiok cafe in Google’s Singapore office, you can catch a glimpse of the docks along Singapore’s west coast — and beyond that, the Singapore Strait, one of the…
Stay-at-home mom or fact-checker? She’s both!
Back in 2017, Niken Satyawati’s day was filled with the business of running her household — caring for her three daughters, preparing meals, and the many other tasks any stay-at-home…
Celebrating 10 years of Google Indonesia
When we opened the Google Indonesia office back in 2012, we had a clear vision: to develop products and programs that were specifically helpful for Indonesians. Looking back, it’s been…
Manga Out of the Box: the story of a Japanese art form
With its gripping storylines and vivid illustrations, manga is one of Japan’s most beloved art forms. From Doraemon the cat-shaped robot to Astro Boy the android, it has left us…
The Google.org grantee using AI to detect bushfire risks
From predicting floods to improving waste management, organizations and researchers across Asia Pacific are using technology to respond to the impact of climate change.Supporting this important work is a priority…
Asian startups are shaping global trends
There’s never been a more exciting time to be building a startup in Asia Pacific. Across the region, a diverse, talented and energetic group of founders is on the rise.…