Question 1

China's Cyberspace Administration (CAC) recently proposed new regulations for AI. Which of the following is NOT a focus of these proposed rules?

Accepted Answer

Requiring AI models to pass a national security review before any public release.

Question 2

Vietnam's electric vehicle (EV) market has seen significant growth. What percentage of total vehicles sold in Vietnam were xEVs (electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles) as of early 2026, according to recent reports?

Accepted Answer

33%

Question 3

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) recently announced its A13 chip will enter volume production in 2029. What other chip is also slated for volume production in the same year, featuring 'super-power-rail' technology for AI and HPC applications?

Accepted Answer

A12 chip

Question 4

A recent study on AI adoption in the Philippines highlighted significant challenges. Which of the following was identified as the TOP barrier by 71% of firms?

Accepted Answer

Insufficient compute, storage, or network capacity.

Question 5

South Korea's secondary battery industry is experiencing a revival in 2026. Which of these is a key driver for this resurgence, alongside demand for Energy Storage Systems (ESS)?

Accepted Answer

AI-related power needs.

Question 6

In early 2026, China's regulatory focus on AI has expanded. Besides generative AI, what specific type of AI personality service is now subject to new labeling requirements?

Accepted Answer

Digital humans

Question 7

Indonesia's digital economy is projected to reach a significant value by 2025. What is this projected value, making it the largest digital economy market in Southeast Asia?

Accepted Answer

US$100 billion

Question 8

Japan is making a strategic push into advanced semiconductor manufacturing with the startup Rapidus. What is Rapidus's target for beginning mass production of 2nm chips?

Accepted Answer

2027

Question 9

Which Southeast Asian country leads ASEAN in EV market growth, supported by strong government incentives like a 100% registration fee exemption through 2027?

Accepted Answer

Vietnam

Question 10

Recent reports indicate that many Philippine organizations are struggling to scale their AI adoption due to various challenges. What percentage of organizations report critical AI talent shortages?

Accepted Answer

76%

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