PolyU secures funding for health tech R&D
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has secured over HK$18 million funding from the Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF) of the Food and Health Bureau (FHB), to commence eight research studies on COVID-19. These projects cover a wide range of disciplines including health technology, biomedical sciences, healthcare, rehabilitation as well as social sciences. PolyU hopes […]
NSW government to roll out e-invoicing service
The NSW Department of Customer Service (NSW DCS) has appointed a company that provides electronic data interchange (EDI) services for businesses to implement a sustainable e-invoicing solution that streamlines the payment experience for suppliers. E-invoicing provides faster payments and automates the procure-to-pay process, providing many benefits for DCS and suppliers. NSW DCS encompasses more than 30 […]
UKM and MARii collaborate to develop electric car batteries
To drive the development of the National Automotive Policy 2020 (NAP2020), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Automotive Institutions, Robotics and Lot Malaysia (MARii) announced that they are collaborating on developing new generation vehicles (NxGV). Specifically, they will be looking into re-manufacturing and recycling and intelligent manufacturing technology (smart manufacturing) through a variety of research and development […]
New tech solutions from HK government lab
The incubatees at Hong Kong’s Smart Government Innovation Lab continue to release novel and relevant innovations amidst the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently two of the Lab’s firms, Chinasoft International Technology Services (HK) Ltd and InnoBlock Technology Limited announced their solution which is now ready to be acquired by companies and institutions. Solution 1 […]
New a service-matching app for HK’s elderly
In recent years, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Hong Kong have adopted the concept of TimeBank to promote mutual help among elderly people and to encourage them to make good use of their free time. By providing volunteering services, elderly people can earn and save time credit in exchange for services later such as escorts, household […]
Firming up Australia’s cybersecurity ecosystem
As part of its efforts to improve Australia’s cybersecurity posture, the federal government recently released its 2020 Cyber Security Strategy Industry Advisory Panel report, which has received overall widespread support. The report recommends more transparency about government investigative activity, more protection for critical infrastructure, better real-time blocking of attacks, and strengthened incident response and victim […]
Game changer: Indonesia Quarantine Full Automation System
The Ministry of Agriculture’s Indonesia Quarantine Full Automation System (IQFAST) innovation from the Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantan) is to be the Top 45 Public Service Innovations in 2020 as announced by the Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic (PANRB) online. The Minister of Agriculture, Syahrul Yasin Limpo, had presented the Barantan’s application directly to the Sinovik […]
Western Australian government to roll out renewable energy tech
The Government of Western Australia, through Horizon Power, will invest $21 million in Kimberley infrastructure projects focused on renewable energy technologies to kick-start the State’s economy as part of the WA Recovery Plan. The Kimberley region will receive a suite of innovative, clean energy projects that will create jobs and improve the State’s renewable energy […]
Electric vehicle charging stations expand across regional NSW
The NSW Government and the NRMA will deliver at least 20 additional electric vehicle fast chargers to the existing regional network along NSW’s major highways. The first two charging stations will be installed in Wagga Wagga and Yass in September 2020. This will help complete the rollout of charging stations on both the Sturt and […]
New digital banking platform launched in Hong Kong
A virtual bank based in Hong Kong has confirmed the public launch of its digital banking services. It is notably the only stand-alone firm to acquire a virtual bank license from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the city-state’s de facto central bank that’s also responsible for promoting the efficiency, integrity and development of its […]
Thailand must leverage digital connectivity in new normal
The COVID-19 pandemic has irreversibly impacted and changed the world as we know it. Social distancing has made us much more dependent on technology, and new health techniques highlight the power of 5G, cloud technology and artificial intelligence, according to the President of the Carrier Business Group of the Asia Pacific branch of a Chinese […]
Investment in IT and cybersecurity soars in Thailand
While the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in Thailand enacting tight budgets, investment in IT and cybersecurity systems continues to grow. This growth is driven by accelerated digital transformations and changes in cyber-attack patterns, according to a global cybersecurity service provider. The firm’s Country Director for Thailand and Indochina stated that Thailand’s IT and cybersecurity spending […]
Thailand’s RPA adoption projected to grow
The adoption of robotic process automation (RPA) technology in Thailand has been forecasted to continue growing. Many businesses in the region are preparing to roll out automation in efforts to re-engineer their operations. This is aimed at improving performance, according to the Thailand operating unit of a Japan-based consulting firm. As a result of the […]
HKU architects and marine scientists co-develop 3D printed ‘reef tiles’
Architects and marine scientists at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) have jointly developed a novel method for coral restoration making use of specially designed 3D printed artificial ‘reef tiles’. These tiles were designed for attachment by corals to enhance their chance of survival in the Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park in Hong Kong waters. […]
MDEC partners with industry players to boost tech
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) recently entered into partnerships with a leading bank and a Chinese tech giant. On 24 July 2020 MDEC signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Malaysian branch of a multinational investment bank and financial services holding company. The MoU focuses on enhancing the adoption of technology among small and […]
GDHP white papers: international collaboration boosts digital health tech
Four White Papers have been published by the Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) of over 30 nations including Australia detailing what GDHP member countries are doing to deliver digital health services and improve patient health outcomes. The GDHP is currently chaired by India. The Joint Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India […]
New mobile tech solution launched in HK
The incubatees at Hong Kong’s Smart Government Innovation Lab have sustained their releases of novel and relevant innovations despite COVID-19 creating a rather unfavourable economic environment. Recently another of the Lab’s firms, Gianthouse, announced their solution which is now ready to be acquired by companies and institutions. Solution description The first solution was developed by […]
Australia invests $18.8 million to boost digital health tech
The Australian Government recently announced that it is investing AU$18.8 million to supercharge the discovery of better treatments for cancer, epilepsy, stroke, paralysis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, brain injuries, back pain and chronic middle ear disease. Under round three of the Government’s AU$45 million BioMedTech Horizons (BMTH) program, 21 very promising projects will receive funding to […]
WA government to help digitally prepare local workforce
The government has already started implementing many recommendations put forward in the Review of Skills, Training and Workforce Development which focus on preparing the workforce for the digital world and furthering new technologies.
Malaysian developing digital infrastructure plan
The availability of existing digital infrastructure information as well as other relevant data from various sources will also be enhanced to enable more effective planning.
HKU government tech lab launches remote working solution
Equipped with the latest mobile technologies, the solution offers tremendous value to companies seeking to monitor and document the progress of work in the field and communicate data to back-end systems in real-time.
Malaysia’s Digital Economy Task Force holds first meeting
The DETF meeting discussed the 15 high-impact programs under the four thrusts to accelerate the digitisation of the national economy and make Malaysia a digital and hi-tech nation.
HKU co-develops world’s first soft X-ray satellite
The satellite will be the world’s first in-orbit space exploration satellite equipped with such Lobster-Eye focused X-ray imaging technology as it affords a large field-of-view, is small, lightweight and easy assembly – perfect for space payload applications.
HKUST-Sino competition winners stun with innovations
Despite challenges caused by COVID-19, teams demonstrated their resilience and tech prowess with innovations including a novel photosensitive hydrogel, cancer treatment tech and an app to monitor babies’ development.
New intelligent face mask launched in HK
The hi-tech mask is able to support Bluetooth technology with APP to manage real-time temperature, wearing belt status and location tracking of the wearing person.
Thailand launches new digital centre
The centre was established to draw in potential digital innovation developers who can explore ways to boost digital government services and is part of the country’s digital transformation roadmap.
ASTRI launches Graduate Programme 2020
Successful candidates of the Program will work across a wide range of disciplines in technology research and corporate developments. They will work with world-class professionals in a multi-cultural environment.
PolyU develops advanced camera for Nation’s first Mars mission
To capture ultra-wide-angle images for scientific research, the camera has a wide field of vision with low distortion optics. It was also designed to withstand the extreme temperature variation of the nine-month journey between Earth and Mars.
Joint research team develops bird-like drone
A drone prototype that mimics the aerobatic manoeuvres of one of the world’s fastest birds, the swift, is being developed by an international team of aerospace engineers in the latest example of biologically inspired flight.
Griffith and tech firm partner to address the UN SDG challenges
The partnership will include joint research projects and development of innovative technology or service delivery of interest and benefit to both Griffith and the firm across a range of subject areas.
