Big Data Week Jakarta 2017 – Cloudera’s BASE initiative officially launched in Indonesia
“There are a total of 16 BASE partners who will join us for the initiative and it is, to date, our biggest BASE launch across the Asia Pacific region.”
China and the big data wave: Cloudera’s BASE program launched in China with Tsinghua University
“We’re seeing now big data change industries and even society but Hadoop is just a technology. In order to make this kind of changes, it takes much more than just technology. It takes lots of people working together, learning the skills and understanding how these technologies can be used effectively.”
Hadoop’s 10th Anniversary – Apache Hadoop Founder, Doug Cutting, on the future of Hadoop and its growing ecosystem
“I think this competition is very healthy – this means that the ecosystem can continue to progress in its technical, political and economic architecture.”
Australian Government releases strategy to support rollout of 5G mobile technology
5G represents a significant leap from the capabilities of previous generations and introduces a range of new technological possibilities.
EXCLUSIVE – The Role of the Electronic Government Agency (EGA) in the Smart Thailand Initiative and challenges ahead (Part II)
“Not only does the government need to be smart, in the digital era, the government should play an important role to make the entire society smart.”
EXCLUSIVE – The role of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) as the Builder of good information systems and ICT solutions for organisations
“The role
of the CIO, to me is aligned to the role of a Builder. My role is changing to a consulting role that
co-ordinates external and internal resources through the formation of plans and
strategies and then the application of resources to deliver the business
solution.”
Darwin selected as one of 14 sites for the Australia Government’s new Pathways in Technology (P-TECH) pilot program
The Turnbull Government has announced eight of
the 12 new P-TECH pilot sites, on top of two initial locations, with the
remaining four sites to be determined in consultation with state and territory
governments, non-government school authorities and industry.
NT Government to invest AU$1.5 million over the next three years in renewable energy R & D projects
“Increased investment in renewable energy creates
jobs, and delivering cheap and reliable energy for business and families will
provide a boost for economic development and population growth.”
CSIRO opens landmark AU$100M collaborative research facility in ACT
State-of-the-art labs will be used to conduct
cutting edge research in areas including developing crops to feed a growing
world, next-generation cotton, water and climate management and data and
smart-system solutions.
Bettercare Victoria supporting innovative health projects to improve patient care
“Through the Better Care Victoria Fund we’re
drawing on our best and brightest clinical minds to find new, more effective
ways to treat more patients, sooner.”
MedTech Actuator to help medtech startups to bring discoveries to market in Victoria
“Our potential to create innovative healthcare solutions is
among the world’s best and our local startups are leading the way.”
Australia & New Zealand sign Science & Innovation Treaty for more collaboration opportunities
This flagship agreement signifies the strong alignment of both nations’ economic and strategic interests.
Open Data is the future for Queensland business and economy
“Open data is one of the building blocks to create the knowledge-based jobs of the future and can enable research and innovation, stimulate startups, drive productivity and build on our natural advantages.”
Queensland State Government to commit AU$2M for Torres Strait digital infrastructure
“Providing high quality connectivity across the Torres Strait region will bring significant community, service delivery, safety and economic development benefits.”
Budget 2017: Singapore to invest S$2.4 billion over next four years for Future Economy strategies
“We must spot the opportunities in the digital economy, and make the most of our strengths as a nimble, well-educated, tech-savvy society.”
Hong Kong Government plans to invest $18 billion in Innovation & Technology ecosystem
The Government has earmarked $500 million for the Innovation & Technology Bureau to help government departments in using technology to enhance the quality of public services
Smarter and more energy-efficient LED street lighting system in Singapore by 2022
LED street lights are about 25 per cent more energy-efficient than current street lighting. In addition, LED lighting is more reliable and requires less frequent replacement.
Singapore’s LTA to leverage on technologies to improve rail reliability and performance
To analyse and manage the information collected through the sensors and maintenance process, LTA will be issuing a RFP to develop a comprehensive & robust EAMS.
Canberra welcomes new smart parking management system
“Our new pay and display parking machines make it simpler and easier to pay for parking with coins, credit cards, or the ParkMobile app available in all of the pay parking areas operated by the ACT Government.”
Singapore government taking the lead in digital transformation & helping SMEs leverage on digital technologies
IMDA will establish a Data Innovation Programme Office (DIPO) to address industry concerns by facilitating data-driven innovation projects, and the development of the data ecosystem in Singapore
Inspiring young women into tech sector careers in New Zealand
“The Government will invest $75,000 in Shadow Tech Days, complemented by around $25,000 from NZ Tech towards programme management, and over $170,000 of staff time from participating technology firms.”
Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade calls for submissions for country’s inaugural International Cyber Engagement Strategy
In order to deliver the most inclusive, ambitious and dynamic strategy possible, engagement across the full range of interested stakeholders is needed.
MAS concludes proof-of-concept project to conduct domestic inter-bank payments using blockchain
“This wholesale payments project has demonstrated the commitment of MAS and the industry to co-create concrete use-cases for technologies such as DLT.”
Stats NZ steps up on data initatives for greater accessibility, use and value
“Stats NZ has expertise in maximising the value we get from data, and will continue working with agencies to raise awareness and increase transparency around their data use.”
Australia’s Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) expands Digital Marketplace
“Governments need to have a strong focus on cybersecurity and sourcing expertise locally benefits both government and industry.”
Applied Innovation Exchange (AIE) launched in Singapore to serve Southeast Asia region
“Over the next two years, the AIE aims to establish collaborations with some 10 Singapore based startups, IHLs and research institutes to co-develop IT solutions fuelled by innovation.”
$2 million funding for young New Zealanders to engage with science and mathematics
“It’s about giving young Kiwis more choices. Taking part in science and technology keeps more career options open to young people.”
NUS launches National Cybersecurity R&D Lab
“The facility enables experiments that are complex, scalable and relevant to Singapore to be demonstrated in a reliable test bed.”
New e-law database to be launched in Hong Kong
“In the age of IT, the availability of an updated, reliable & searchable online consolidated legislation database with legal status is a must.”
Singapore’s first Smart Mobility consortium launched to test new tech on NTU campus
These new smart mobility technologies could help motorists, driverless cars and other road users avoid traffic accidents and improve overall road safety