ASEAN’s AI future depends on collaboration, shared governance and strong public-private partnerships. With the region’s digital economy poised to hit US$1 trillion by 2030, coordinated action can ensure AI benefits all member states and citizens.

Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio will stand trial in September over the alleged sharing of intimate footage involving a minor, despite both alleged victims withdrawing their complaints against him. Asencio is facing two charges — allegedly distributing the video without consent, and allegedly sharing a sex tape involving a minor. More from @Millar_Colin and @GuillermoRai_