AI feasts on data-rich diet in Southeast Asia- Nikkei Asian Review

Artificial intelligence could scale new heights on its growing application in Southeast Asia, thanks to the region's relative openness to data collection. Bumrungrad International Hospital in Bangkok began using IBM's Watson AI platform to assist in cancer treatment late last year. The system automatically collects and learns from clinical studies and new papers, suggesting treatment options and giving expected success rates for each patient. Watson lets doctors make unbiased decisions on the best options, according to James Miser, Bumrungrad's chief medical information officer. The Thai hospital has consulted with Watson in treating breast, colon, lung and prostate cancer in about 50 patients so far and intends to expand its use.