Using data to track Greater Christchurch’s recovery process
“Data is an incredibly important resource that can help us make better decisions for the future of Christchurch.”
Fifty pre-approved Digital Solutions available under IMDA’s SMEs Go Digital Programme
“We encourage SMEs to make full use of these digital solutions in their digitalisation efforts.”
Code::XtremeApps:: (CXA) hackathon 2017 officially opens for registration
CXA is a hackathon jointly organised by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and the IT Standards Committee (ITSC).
Tailored government services gaining traction with Queenslanders
“Queenslanders have told us they want services that know them, understand them and come directly to them.”
State Library of NSW launches Unstacked, a time-based visualisation of materials people are accessing from the library’s collection
Unstacked can be viewed on a computer, mobile phone or device. The plan is to display this project over a large space in the library for everyone to see.
Australian government builds National Cities Performance Framework to measure progress of its major cities
“The Performance Framework will bring together important metrics about Australia’s largest cities in one accessible online location.”
LTA partners with ST Kinetics for autonomous bus development and trials in Singapore
The trial could be extended to public roads in towns to enhance intra-town travel in the long-term.
Digital sector and Government alliance launched in New Zealand
“The Alliance will provide a forum for enabling us to better understand the benefits and potential issues of IoT, such as privacy and cyber security.”
Queensland Government to partner with CSIRO Data61 to create Australia’s first Functional Programming Open Lab
“New jobs are being created in Queensland through this partnership – including 10 engineering positions for the Functional Programming Open Lab.”
Local firms to test ICT solutions with Queensland Government
“Government departments will benefit by having small, specialised firms apply innovative thinking to technology challenges.”
New programme to create high-value IP and innovation jobs in Singapore
The Professional Conversion Programme (PCP) for IP Professionals builds upon the successes of a previous similar programme for patent agents
S$2.8m Tech Start Programme launched to boost capabilities for law firms in Singapore
The ‘Tech Start for Law’ programme will help small law practices defray some of the initial cost and kick-start the wider adoption of basic technology
MPA Expands MOU with DNV GL to include Autonomous Systems and Intelligent Shipping
“This is aligned with Singapore’s efforts to keep pace with developments in smart ships and ports as the industry moves towards adopting smarter shipping systems to achieve higher standards of efficiency, productivity and safety.”
LaunchVic Unveils AU$4.9m To Boost Victoria’s Startup Sector
“LaunchVic works together with the entrepreneurial sector to drive solutions that will transition startups to future businesses. We will invest and partner in ideas, expertise and infrastructure to grow Victoria’s thriving startup ecosystem.”
Malaysia’s PEMANDU begins 2-year transition of NTP work to the civil service
The civil service delivery unit will be assuming responsibility for the performance management of the NTP from PEMANDU and ensuring that they are fully institutionalised within the civil service.
Jurong Port Academy launched to create a future-ready workforce
“One of the port’s key objectives is to upskill the workforce, develop rewarding career pathways and attract new talent into the industry.”
Partnering to advance Singapore’s smart computing and data-driven capabilities
The collaboration will help build local IT skillsets, meet enterprise demands and support the research and development of advanced technologies in the Big Data era.
Two cybersecurity research projects awarded to SMU’s School of Information Systems
“Securing mobile applications is crucial especially in the era of smart cities and Internet of Things. This project addresses the need to empower users of various demographics to better protect themselves against cyber attackers and secure their private data and information.”
Leading Technology Accelerator Launches in Australia
“Initiatives such as these are very welcome and will support the defence market to mature advanced technologies to a level that are ready for Defence consideration, including through the Innovation Hub.”
Platform Technology Program to drive industry growth in Queensland
“This program is about accelerating the ‘D’ in R&D in Queensland. We want projects that get new platform technologies piloted and proven in the field, with real world benefit to entire industries.”
Greater location accuracy and cost savings with SLA’s SiReNT
“SiReNT’s system processes and corrects satellite data to give a constantly updated, accurate position, which is used mainly for surveying and mapping”
Highlights of the Asian Digital Transformation Index report from the Economist Intelligence Unit
“The Asian Digital Transformation Index goes beyond a narrow definition of digital transformation at organisations to assess whether the overall environment is conducive to it across three pillars: enabling ICT infrastructure, pool of relevant talent and willingness to partner with others.”
NTU looking into ways to better manage drone traffic in Singapore
“The implications of the project will have far reaching consequences, as we are developing ways for seamless travel of unmanned aircrafts for different purposes without compromising safety, which is of paramount importance.”
Disaster resilience in Victoria gets a AU$23 million boost
“This funding encourages a partnership approach to building disaster resilience, with communities contributing to the culture of shared responsibility with governments.”
The future of communications for airport ground staff
Adoption of new wireless headsets that pair with smartwatches, allowing streamlining of communication and receiving work duty schedules and instructions in real time.
Over 2.3 Million SingPass Users now 2FA-ready
“Having a majority of SingPass users on-board 2FA is a significant step towards improving personal online security and creating a safer cyberspace.”
Highlights from SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities at RBF Singapore 2016
“The amounts of data generated by cities have grew exponentially and it presents an opportunity to organise that data in order to plan cities better.”
Australia releases first Open Government National Action Plan
“The launch of this National Action Plan represents the start of the process of delivering more open government.”
Highlights from SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals at RBF Singapore 2016
“Change will not happen without partnerships but partnerships will have to change.”
Former DTO CEO & DTA CDO reflects on his digital transformation journey in Australia
“There is enthusiasm for digital. Transforming services makes it possible to free up the time of public servants so they can focus on where they can make the greatest impact.”
