Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

SINGAPORE, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ba0Ba0, a Singapore-based AI company with a zero token, zero licensing cost model and a local LLM CPU-first architecture, today announced a strategic partnership with OceanBase to co-develop and expand AI automation solutions across Singapore and other ASEAN markets. The partnership will merge Ba0Ba0's affordable, locally deployable AI capabilities with OceanBase's industry-leading database technology, enabling enterprises across banking, healthcare, retail, and other sectors to accelerate digital transformation with unmatched efficiency and cost control.

Through this partnership, Ba0Ba0 will integrate OceanBase's AI-ready, multi-cloud distributed database capabilities into its AI automation solutions, delivering higher efficiency, reliability, and scalability for enterprise backends. This integration ensures secure, high-performance deployments while eliminating the usage-based fees and licensing costs that have historically limited AI adoption in many industries.

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Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

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Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

OceanBase's built-in vector capabilities enable AI development directly within SQL, simplifying the AI stack and allowing seamless hybrid searches across structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data — all while integrating OLTP, OLAP, and AI workloads in a single database. These innovations unlock modernized AI applications such as intelligent recommendations, AI-powered conversational systems through Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and enterprise-level AI agents.

OceanBase's advanced AI database capabilities have been leveraged by customers across diverse scenarios, including a hotel image retrieval and display system developed by Trip.com Group, and Lalamove's advanced solutions such as a  loss-prevention code recognition system and an AI assistant for data warehouse inquiry.

"Our mission has always been to make AI affordable, accessible, and impactful for every industry, regardless of size or budget," said Jesslyn Wong, Founder of Ba0Ba0 AI. "By partnering with OceanBase, we are combining leading-edge AI automation with world-class database technology to empower businesses across banking, healthcare, retail, and beyond. This December, we are taking our vision beyond Earth — with the Ba0Ba0 AI LLM set to be deployed aboard a space cubesat satellite as part of the Tristar mission in collaboration with the Russian space agency — marking a milestone in making AI truly universal."

Hong-Chia How, General Manager of the APAC market at OceanBase. remarked, "The emergence of the new AI era, accompanied by exponential growth in data warehouses, presents unprecedented opportunities alongside significant challenges in data storage, management, and analysis. OceanBase is evolving from an integrated database into a comprehensive, AI-ready data platform, with AI as a core strategic pillar of our future. By strengthening our Data x AI capabilities, we aim to unlock real-world impact from the latest AI innovations.

"We are excited to join hands with Ba0Ba0, bringing our AI database expertise to accelerate AI transformation across Southeast Asia. We invite organizations exploring AI use cases , as well as SaaS providers seeking to transform their applications, to partner with us on this journey." added How.

Ba0Ba0 stems from charity roots and remains privately owned for the benefit of the masses, focusing on delivering enterprise-grade AI automation without hidden costs. Its CPU-first, locally deployable large language model ensures data sovereignty, scalability, and zero token/zero licensing cost, enabling organizations to adopt AI without financial or operational lock-in.

Operating in over 170 availability zones across more than 50 geographic regions on major global cloud platforms, including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, and Tencent Cloud, OceanBase has successfully assisted over 2,000 customers worldwide in upgrading their database systems.

About Ba0Ba0

Ba0Ba0 is a Singapore-based AI company dedicated to making advanced AI automation accessible to all. Built on charity-inspired values, Ba0Ba0 remains privately owned to safeguard its mission of serving the public good. Its flagship technology features a zero token, zero licensing cost model and a local LLM CPU-first architecture, enabling secure, scalable, and cost-efficient AI deployments without reliance on expensive cloud GPU infrastructure. Ba0Ba0 empowers industries including banking, healthcare, and retail to harness AI automation while retaining full control of their data and costs.

About OceanBase

OceanBase is a distributed database launched in 2010. It provides strong data consistency, high availability, high performance, cost efficiency, elastic scalability, and compatibility with mainstream relational databases. It handles transactional, analytical, and AI workloads through a unified data engine, enabling mission-critical applications and real-time analytics. To learn more, please visit: https://www.oceanbase.com/ 

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Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

Ba0Ba0 and OceanBase Forge Partnership to Expand Intelligent Automation Through Combined AI and Database Expertise

• Resumes services to Fukuoka, Japan from September 2026 after nearly two decades
• Expands China footprint with new direct services to Shenzhen and Changsha, commencing July 2026
• "MAG Arena" showcases Asia's Largest Airline Pavilion at MATTA Fair 2026, featuring the region's premier sports partnership activation by an airline
• Increases frequencies across ASEAN, South Asia, Australia and New Zealand and Europe to further strengthen global connectivity

SINGAPORE, April 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Malaysia Airlines is significantly expanding its East Asia footprint with the return of direct flights to Fukuoka, Japan, and the launch of new services to Shenzhen and Changsha, China. Commencing between July and September 2026, these additions bring the airline's China network to nine key gateways and reinforce its commitment to providing greater travel flexibility across the region.

As part of this expansion, the airline will introduce new services between Kuala Lumpur and Shenzhen (SZX) and Changsha (CSX) in China, alongside the resumption of services to Fukuoka (FUK) in Japan, which the airline last operated in September 2006. With the launch of these destinations, Malaysia Airlines consolidates its presence across a total of nine strategic destinations in China, including Beijing (PKX), Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), Xiamen (XMN), Hong Kong (HKG), Taipei (TPE), and Chengdu Tianfu (TFU). Ticket sales for the new services commence today, supporting the growing travel demand and strengthening connectivity between Malaysia and these high-growth regional hubs.

Captain Nasaruddin A. Bakar, President and Group Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), said, "This expansion reflects our strategic focus on scaling our presence in key growth markets across East Asia while cementing Kuala Lumpur's position as a key strategic gateway. Both Shenzhen and Changsha align perfectly with our network strategy, driven by robust demand across both business and leisure segments. The return to Fukuoka further enhances our network depth. As the only carrier operating direct flights on this route, we are proud to offer passengers a seamless non-stop experience that eliminates the need for transit. These developments demonstrate our ongoing commitment to optimising our network and delivering a more integrated travel experience for our customers."

Beyond the East Asia expansion, Malaysia Airlines is increasing flight frequencies across key routes namely Brisbane, Australia; Manila, Philippines and Colombo, Sri Lanka to meet rising demand while supporting growing tourism and trade links. In addition, the airline will operate ad-hoc Kuala Lumpur–London flights on 18 and 22 April 2026 to accommodate passengers affected by recent Middle Eastern carrier disruptions.

As the returning Official Airline Partner and Premier Sponsor of MATTA Fair 2026, MAG unveiled its most ambitious presence yet with the launch of the MAG Arena, recognised by both the Asia Records and ASEAN Records as Asia's Largest Airline Trade Pavilion at a consumer travel fair.

Spanning approximately 46,000 square feet, nearly three times the scale of its participation in September last year, the expanded pavilion transforms the MATTA Fair experience into a fully immersive destination showcasing curated experiences and next-generation travel technology that brings journeys to life before travellers even board the aircraft. Visitors will be able to explore destinations, discover travel innovations and experience the warmth of Malaysian Hospitality through interactive engagements designed to inspire their next journey.

In addition, the pavilion will host Asia's largest sports partnership activation by an airline, celebrating Malaysia Airlines' collaborations with global clubs like Manchester United and national sporting icons Datuk Azizulhasni Awang and others. The dedicated sports experience zone will allow football fans and travellers to engage with legends and their favourite sports personalities — reinforcing how sport and travel connect people across borders and generations.

Through the expansion of its network and increased flight frequencies, the airline continues to strengthen Kuala Lumpur's position as a key gateway to Asia and beyond, while supporting Malaysia's tourism ambitions under Visit Malaysia 2026 and advancing its journey towards becoming one of the world's Top 10 global airlines by 2030.

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