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Why AI Data Centers Need A Different Breed Of Energy Storage
Darren H. S. Tan. Chief Executive Officer at UNIGRID. The rapid expansion of AI data centers has sparked a growing conversation about electricity demand. Analysts have warned that training and running LLMs will require enormous amounts of power, prompting utilities and infrastructure providers to race toward new generation capacity. But the biggest infrastructure challenge may not be how much total electricity AI consumes but how that electricity is consumed.
Beyond Passenger EVs: The Massive Electrification Market Everyone Is Ignoring
Darren H. S. Tan. Chief Executive Officer at UNIGRID. The electric vehicle conversation has become almost synonymous with passenger cars. Yet, the bigger electrification opportunity may be unfolding in warehouses, airports, ports, farms, construction sites and industrial facilities. Though often overlooked, these vehicles perform some of the most essential work in the economy, operating every day, often for long hours and under demanding conditions.
Beyond Tariffs: Policy uncertainty is reshaping energy storage
The U.S. clean energy sector has spent the past several years navigating a shifting mix of policy incentives, trade restrictions, and supply chain constraints. The industry now faces a broader issue navigating uncertainties that have created an extraordinary obstacle to the predictable deployment of energy storage in the United States. That unpredictability is already reflected in how projects are planned and financed.
Before The Extreme Weather: The New Preparedness
Darren H. S. Tan. Chief Executive Officer at UNIGRID. This winter’s East Coast blizzard didn’t just shut down highways and airports, it shut off power to entire communities. In one conversation that stayed with me, a colleague shared that his family lost electricity for four days and had to borrow a neighbor’s generator. In another nearby home, pipes burst after freezing. The family slept together on the ground in sleeping bags to conserve warmth. None of this is theoretical.
What Solar Atap Means For Malaysian Businesses In 2026
By Darren Tan Malaysian businesses are now operating in a fundamentally different solar landscape. The transition from Net Energy Metering (NEM) to the Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme (Solar ATAP), which took effect on 1 January 2026, isn’t just a policy update – it’s a recalibration of risk, reward, and who wins in Malaysia’s renewable energy future. For commercial and industrial users, rooftop solar has long been a structured, calculated investment.
Solar ATAP: Hala tuju strategik perniagaan Malaysia pada 2026
PERNIAGAAN di Malaysia kini berdepan dengan realiti baharu dalam landskap tenaga solar yang telah berubah pada peringkat asas. Peralihan daripada Net Energy Metering (NEM) kepada Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme (Solar ATAP), yang berkuat kuasa pada 1 Januari 2026, bukan sekadar perubahan dasar, tetapi satu pelarasan semula terhadap risiko dan pulangan serta kesannya terhadap pihak berkepentingan dalam membentuk masa depan tenaga boleh diperbaharui negara.
AI Just Learned to Code… Should Software Engineers Panic?
AI is like a junior developer on that spammed too much coffee with a caffeine rush — fast, enthusiastic, and sometimes dangerously overconfident. One Tuesday night, and I’m experimenting with one of those new AI coding assistants. I give it a prompt: “Build me a REST API with authentication and logging.” Ten seconds later, the thing spits out a hundred lines of code in multiple files. Boom. Done. It looked clean. It compiled. For a brief, glorious moment, I thought: Well, there goes my job.
Who’s Really to Blame When That Bug Hits Production?
You know the feeling. The Teams/Slack notifications won’t stop pinging. Production is on fire. And somewhere in the back of your mind, that little voice starts whispering: “Whose fault is this?” I’ve been in way too many war rooms where the first instinct isn’t to fix the problem — it’s to figure out who screwed up. The dev who wrote the buggy code? The QA engineer who missed it in testing? The product owner who signed off on the requirements?
The Most Comfortable Parent-Child Relationship Involves Frequent “Nonsense”
In a TV show, someone asked the comedian Yu Qian, “What do you fear the most when your son talks to you?” Yu Qian’s response resonated with many parents: “What I fear the most is when he doesn’t say anything.” In life, we often see scenarios like this: No matter what you discuss with your child, they always respond with “Mm, oh, got it, okay,” in a dismissive tone; While some other children, upon returning home, head straight to their rooms and slam the door shut, as if they have nothing to...
The Smarter You Are, the More You Understand Forgiving Life’s Imperfections
The Smarter You Are, the More You Understand Forgiving Life’s Imperfections There are many people alive, but few truly understand life. Many people are busy all day, yet wear a troubled expression, just going through the motions of life, ending up with an empty existence. In fact, life is like another reflection of yourself in a mirror — how you treat life reflects back on you.
Essential Guidelines for Successful Internship Applications
When embarking on the journey of securing an internship, there are a handful of fundamental principles that can be categorized as common sense. However, given the subjective nature of what is perceived as common sense, here are three pivotal aspects that warrant your attention while navigating the realm of internship applications: Stepping into the realm of an internship necessitates a solid grasp of the company’s core operations.
Stay Away From Emotional Childish Adults, Respect Others’ Fate
Have you ever faced this confusion in life? You’re supposed to be with loved ones, yet it feels more exhausting than being with strangers?
People Who Regularly Do These Three Things Are Less Likely to Be Depressed
At some point, fatigue has become the norm in people’s lives. After a busy day, you don’t want to do anything, just lie down quietly; When you go out to eat with your loved one, both of you sit in silence, each engrossed in your own phone; When you finally have some free time, your brain is still running at high speed, afraid of missing something.
Effort Well Spent: Your Time and Energy Will Be Rewarded by the Right Person
I came across a discussion online: Should you continue to persist in a relationship even if you know the two people are not compatible? Some people say that continuing will only lead to more disappointment, so it’s better to break up. Others say that in a relationship, both parties need to constantly adapt and compromise. There are no two people who are naturally perfect for each other.
The Most Hated Way of Chatting for Adults, It Tops the List
In a variety show, the host curiously asked a pair of old sisters who had maintained their friendship for 30 years about the secret to their lasting bond. One of the sisters smiled and said: “Control your mouth, steady your heart. Don’t meddle in things you shouldn’t, and don’t ask about things you shouldn’t.” It was a simple answer, but it revealed a profound truth: The relationships that can withstand the test of time often have clear boundaries.
The Best Way to Love Yourself is: Let Go
I strongly agree with a saying: “Troubles arise from attachment, stem from ignorance, result from an inability to let go, and are due to excessive selfishness.” As the saying goes, when the moon is full, it begins to wane; when water is full, it overflows. The more you think, the more miscellaneous thoughts you have, and the stronger your desires become. In the end, all kinds of thoughts, like runaway horses, constantly pull at you, exhausting you to the point of depletion.
Money Chooses Its Owners
The “Analects of Confucius” says: “Riches and honors are what men desire.” Money is both the courage of individuals and the backbone of life. Everyone desires great wealth and prosperity, living a carefree and comfortable life. However, those born with a silver spoon are ultimately few, and to become wealthy, one must rely on their own efforts. Interestingly, money possesses a certain spirituality; it chooses the individuals who can handle and match it without notice.
Truly Impressive People Never Rush
Have you ever experienced moments like these: Starting a diet full of confidence, but after days of no weight change, feeling demotivated; Trying to learn a new language, stumbling through it after a month, and hastily deciding to give up; Completing a task meticulously, only to receive no recognition from your boss, feeling disheartened; When we desperately want to improve but find the results falling short, we often feel anxious and powerless.
Because Only in Letting Go Can Life Be Serene
In the magnificent theater of life, each person plays a unique role, weaving various plots, while the mindset is like the ever-changing backdrop, setting off the ups and downs of life. In the fleeting river of time, we all have moments of contemplation, turmoil, and anxiety, but only by learning to let go can we find the calm and tranquility that belong to our lives.
The 5 Positive Mindsets of Truly Remarkable People
A study conducted by Harvard University once revealed: Whether a person can handle something depends 85% on attitude and only 15% on intelligence. Attitude is the cornerstone of success. Those with a positive mindset tend to navigate both their careers and lives more smoothly.
Being Single for a Lifetime, It’s Okay！
An old friend asked me: “Do people have to get married? If they can’t find a suitable partner, is it okay to live alone for a lifetime?” After thinking for a moment, I replied: “Of course, it is possible, especially in this day and age. You will find that during the pandemic, many people are staying at home, working and living online. You can easily buy essential items online or have them delivered to your doorstep. So, in this era, it is becoming more and more feasible to live alone.
The More You Neglect a Man, the More Addicted He Becomes, but You Need to Do These 3 Things
I recently came across an answer about “why people fall in love” that struck a chord with me. It explained from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine: when the body is weak, the emotions seek support. In other words, when we’re emotionally and physically fragile, we’re more likely to seek others for emotional support. And as we begin to depend on someone emotionally, we gradually lose ourselves. Once we lose that person, we feel plunged into despair and pain.
Reflections on Work, Life, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Have you ever felt dissatisfied with your job? Have you ever felt like you’ve chosen the wrong path, entered the wrong industry? Have you ever felt like you’re not getting the treatment you deserve? Have you ever felt that going to work every day is a torment? Have you ever thought about changing jobs? Have you ever felt that your job is just a forced choice for survival? What have you gained from your work? Have you achieved what you wanted? Are you happy every day?
“Whispers of the Heart: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Resilience”
Life is short and confusing, and no one knows what will happen in the next moment! In the haze, we become passers-by to each other. Have you ever suddenly felt isolated and helpless? Have you ever realized at some point that you have achieved nothing? Have you ever found yourself alone? There are so many things that we cannot control, and sometimes all we can do is understand. In the past, we were all young and full of energy, we were all full of righteousness, we were all naive and romantic.
In marriage, There Are Three Emotions That Are More Important Than Love
There is a saying: “The greatest disaster for a person is being polite to outsiders and losing temper with family.” It is quite common to see people who are polite and courteous outside but completely change when they return home in intimate relationships. A friend often hears loud arguments from neighbors, either the husband shouting or the wife arguing loudly. However, when encountering them in the elevator, they always leave a gentle and refined impression.
Exercise, It Can “Change Your Destiny”!
I just watched the recently popular Chinese movie “YOLO — You Only Live Once”, and everyone is discussing the fate of the heroine. The transformation of the heroine, Leying, played by Jia Ling, has brought deep shock to countless ordinary people in front of the camera. From a “waste” who is muddled all day and lives in a dim and lightless life, to becoming more and more confident, reconciling with her past self, and finding the direction of life again.
Be Less Complaining in Life!
In the journey of life, we always encounter various setbacks. When faced with situations, some people choose to approach them with a positive and optimistic mindset, while others tend to complain habitually, burdening their already difficult lives even more. Nan Huaijin, a master of Chinese studies, tells us that we should complain less in order to find happiness. Once you start complaining, everything in your life becomes the object of your complaints.
“I Mind About Many Things！”
Yesterday, during a phone call, a friend confided in me that she had blocked a friend she had known for many years. They went shopping together, and the girl picked out a black long skirt to try on. As the shop assistant was helping her get the hanger, her friend leaned in and said that her skin was too dark, and this dress definitely wouldn’t suit her.
Stay Calm, Stay Humble, and Stay Confident
In the Chinese movie “Feather Flies to the Sky,” there is a scene where Chen Jianghe teaches a child the art of tea-making: “A calm heart, a steady breath, and steady hands are the key to making a good pot of tea.” This wisdom applies not only to tea-making but also to life itself. If our hearts are not calm, we are prone to making mistakes and losing our way. Only those who can maintain a sense of calmness can let go of distractions, see things clearly, and cultivate a stronger sense of self.
The Power of a Calm Mind
Lao Tzu said, “Stillness overcomes restlessness, cold overcomes heat. Tranquility is the world’s norm.” In dealing with the world, tranquility is better than restlessness, and composure is better than panic. Life is not easy, the road ahead is sometimes shrouded in fog, challenges and temptations always follow one after another.
The Level of Your Thoughts Determines Your Life
I once came across a story in a book: God wanted to change the fate of a beggar, so He disguised Himself as an old man to enlighten him. He asked the beggar, “If I give you $1000, how would you use it?” The beggar replied, “That would be great! I can buy a mobile phone!” God was puzzled and asked, “Why do you want to buy a mobile phone?” “I can use the phone to contact different areas of the city. Wherever there are more people, I can go there to beg,” the beggar answered.
Deadly Marksmen: Unveiling the World’s Top 10 Snipers
Without the need for a scope, he took down 542 lives, earning himself the title of “The Grim Reaper of Humanity.” In the thick fog of war where millions of soldiers live through nightmares, some figures, though unknown, hold the fate of battles in their hands. They are the ghosts of the battlefield, single-handedly altering the course of chaos. They are the most formidable snipers in history. In today’s article, I’m going to share with you the top 10 super snipers in human history.
Singapore’s Global Magnet - Why the World’s Wealthy Choose the Lion City
You might not know who Xu Yangtian is, but you’ve probably heard of Shein. In early 2022, this Chinese citizen relocated the headquarters of his company, Shein, from Nanjing, China, to Singapore, securing his spot as a Permanent Resident (PR) of Singapore. Shein, a rapidly rising Chinese fast-fashion brand, achieved significant success in just a few years, currently boasting a valuation of around $66 billion and gearing up for a listing on the U.S. stock market.
Legal Practice Continuity: What You Should Consider
Legal Practice Continuity: What You Should Consider In the setting of a sole proprietorship or small-sized firm where the key responsibilities lie on just one principal lawyer, what happens to the law practice, its employees and clients when the principal lawyer is unwell or incapacitated, or loses mental capacity, or suddenly passes away (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Unforeseen Situations)?
CFM: a convolutional neural network for first-motion polarity classification of seismic records in volcanic and tectonic areas
Giovanni Messuti1,2*, Silvia Scarpetta1,2, Ortensia Amoroso1*, Ferdinando Napolitano1, Mariarosaria Falanga3 and Paolo Capuano1 1Department of Physics “E.R. Caianiello”, University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy 2Section of Naples, National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN), Naples, Italy 3Department of Information and Electrical Engineering and Applied Mathematics (DIEM), University of Salerno, Fisciano, Italy First-motion polarity determination is essential for deriving volcanic and...
Response to Paik et al. on the disease burden of NAFLD
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A network meta-analysis of 12,116 individuals from randomized controlled trials in the treatment of depression after acute coronary syndrome
Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Abstract Background Post-acute coronary syndrome (ACS) depression is a common but not well understood complication experienced by ACS patients. Research on the effectiveness of various therapies remains limited. Hence, we sought to conduct a network meta-analysis to assess the efficacy of different interventions for post-ACS depression in improving patient outcomes.
Hepatocellular Carcinoma Incidence in Alcohol-associated Cirrhosis: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Article Info Publication History Accepted: June 25, 2022 Received in revised form: May 31, 2022 Received: April 26, 2022 Publication stage In Press Journal Pre-Proof Footnotes Conflict of interest statement R.L. receives funding support from NIAAA (U01AA029019), NIEHS (5P42ES010337), NCATS (5UL1TR001442), NIDDK (U01DK130190, U01DK061734, R01DK106419, P30DK120515, R01DK121378, R01DK124318), NHLBI (P01HL147835), and DOD PRCRP (W81XWH-18-2-0026).
I made it to NUS law school after spending 10 years behind bars. I was 31, but not too late.
Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: https://t.me/mothershipsg Darren Tan, 42, believes he is the first student with such a long string of criminal convictions to be admitted to NUS law school. He spent 10 years behind bars, studied for his A-Levels in prison and eventually enrolled in the National University of Singapore’s Faculty of Law at the age of 31 straight out of prison. He is now a civil litigation lawyer and also takes on pro-bono cases.
Ahsoka Tano: Between Worlds by Darren Tan
Edition Giclée on Paper Framing Unframed Size 16 x 26 Size 16 x 26 $95 Limited Edition: 1000 “It was foretold that you would be here. Our long-awaited meeting has come at last.” Sideshow and ACME Archives present the Ahsoka Tano™: Between Worlds Fine Art Print, an officially licensed Star Wars collectible by artist Darren Tan.
Cutaneous metastasis of renal cell carcinoma
A 72-year-old woman presented to Singapore General Hospital (Singapore) in June, 2019, with 2 months of gross haematuria, complicated by obstructive uropathy of the solitary right kidney from blood clots. She had a history of left radical nephrectomy 8 years ago, for which the initial histology was positive for a pT2aN0M0 Fuhrman Grade II clear-cell renal cell carcinoma with no sarcomatoid components, and the margins were clear of tumour after surgery.
The Googler's edge: Do you need it?
An open-plan office like Google's Singapore outfit may not be a guaranteed lifeline of creativity and innovation for every organisation. Sat, Jan 04, 2020 - 5:50 AM WE recently chatted with an ex-Googler who was establishing an online-to-offline (O2O) digital platform that would lure online customers to make purchases at brick-and-mortar stores. When we asked him if Googlers were indeed smarter than most people, he deferred to the book Are you smart... Please log in to continue reading.
Food security is a huge threat to Singapore - is urban farming the answer?
In Singapore's Chinatown, a street night market sells food to citizens. But how much of that food is imported? Singapore imports about 90 percent of its food — one of the highest percentages of any country in the world.
PRMT5 Modulates Splicing for Genome Integrity and Preserves Proteostasis of Hematopoietic Stem Cells
Highlights • HSC size and protein synthesis rate increase upon depletion of PRMT5 activity • PRMT5 depletion leads to AKT/mTOR activation, which partly contributes to HSC loss • PRMT5 activity is required for splicing of DNA repair genes in multiple cell types • PRMT5 KO or inhibition causes oxidative DNA damage that triggers p53-induced apoptosis Summary Protein arginine methyltransferase 5 (PRMT5) is essential for hematopoiesis, while PRMT5 inhibition remains a promising therapeutic...
DELTA PARTNERS REVEAL THE BIGGEST DIGITAL TRENDS OF 2018
Digital challenges will continue to drive operators to transform. Traditional revenue pools will continue to recede as operators’ digital initiatives take longer to materialise. Expect technological disruption to impact many aspects of the sector’s evolution, primarily affecting improvements on service delivery and the constantly evolving digital landscape. Artificial intelligence will be applied more broadly to revolutionize the way customer service is delivered and internal processes are managed.
Tapping the VC opportunity, Editorial - THE BUSINESS TIMES
SINGAPORE'S 2017 Budget, which built on the recommendations of the Committee of the Future Economy, has sounded the clarion call for businesses here to upgrade their capabilities, upskill their workers and expand abroad. It is a message that, while not entirely new, has gained fresh impetus as the country focuses on maintaining and improving its competitive edge.
Tapping the VC opportunity, Editorial - THE BUSINESS TIMES
SINGAPORE'S 2017 Budget, which built on the recommendations of the Committee of the Future Economy, has sounded the clarion call for businesses here to upgrade their capabilities, upskill their workers and expand abroad. It is a message that, while not entirely new, has gained fresh impetus as
The drawing power of imperfection - Just Imagine
Nothing says ‘forever’ quite like a diamond does. Cubic zirconia, on the other hand, may ring of ‘prenuptial’ in your partner’s ears. Why is that? Because, quite simply, manmade cannot rival the ‘real thing’. Anyone knows that a real diamond means forever. Today’s quick, quicker world of processes to fast-track production is hot on the trail to perfection.
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