Victoria commences 3-part trial on automated vehicle use
“Victoria is at the forefront of automated vehicle technology – we’re investing in this trial to explore ways that this technology can be used to reduce crashes and keep people safe on our roads.”
Australian Government reviews space industry capabilities to participate in global market
The Australian Government wants to ensure the right framework and mix of incentives are in place to assist Australia’s growing space industry sector to participate successfully in this global market.
New FinTech education curriculum developed for local polytechnics in Singapore
“The partnership will provide real-life practice for students and hone their skills and knowledge in digital banking to prepare them for the future marketplace.”
BLOCK71 Jakarta officially launched in Indonesia
“BLOCK71 Jakarta will be a launchpad for Singapore entrepreneurs and innovators to build ties with the Indonesian start-up community, and explore opportunities to work together.”
Newly crowned winners of Code::XtremeApps:: (CXA) 2017 Hackathon demonstrate practical solutions to real-world challenge statements
The annual hackathon saw 118 teams comprising 340 participants coming together to compete in computer programming, to innovate & solve challenges using IoT tech & standards
Joining forces to help community pharmacies become leaders in digital health in Australia
“Specifically, the Agency and Guild will be working on optimising connectivity to the My Health Record system through dedicated community pharmacy support.”
Australia to launch cyber warfare unit targeted at offshore cyber criminals
Governments, business and individuals must be proactive about protecting themselves online by following best practice when it comes to cyber security.
MAS streamlines framework for banks carrying on permissible non-financial businesses
MAS will make it easier for banks to conduct or invest in non-financial businesses that are related or complementary to their core financial businesses
NUS, NTUC and SkillsFuture Singapore sign MoU to harness big data and data analytics to explore skills gap in local workforce
Working in tandem with NTUC, IAL and LinkedIn, the LKY School will analyse big data to generate insights on the current skills and employment landscape in Singapore
NT Government signs tender agreement for the Core Clinical Systems Renewal Program (CCSRP) to improve health services
“The CCSRP will consolidate the NT’s public health systems into a single ICT solution…regardless of where they are located.”
Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) begins process of drone safety review
“The review will also consider developments overseas, including work done by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and other international aviation safety agencies.”
Minister K Shanmugam outlines four areas of focus to build a robust training and learning ecosystem for the Home Team
They must experience it, so that when they face a real situation, they know, “this is familiar to me, I know what to do”, their reflexes kick in, instinctive and decisive.
Fraunhofer Singapore Institute launched at NTU to develop digital technologies for the industry
“The long-term collaboration with NTU and the strong support of NRF were the foundation to achieve this milestone.”
MPA launches first Smart Port Challenge to spur innovation in the maritime sector
“Through such partnerships, we hope to encourage more solutions that are scalable and applicable across the entire port value chain.”
NT Government looking to improve public library services with new strategic framework
“I’m pleased to see that this Vision highlights the genuine appreciation and benefits currently derived from public libraries.”
LaunchVic To Support Migrant And Refugee Startups in Victoria
“It’s very clear what we need to do if we are to grow the potential we have right here on our doorstep and position Victoria as a global ecosystem.”
Nine Australian and New Zealand universities ink aU$200 million dollar deal for research and innovation
“It is a significant recognition of our leading research-intensive universities and the $6 billion a year of research which they undertake.”
NUS researchers develop handheld device for treatment of a common hearing disorder
“We expect costs, manpower and resources to be lowered substantially, and this in turn, would be welcomed by patients, healthcare institutions, and insurers.”
NTU collaborates with Danish consortium to develop green urban technologies
The new partnership will also facilitate access into Asian markets and government agencies for Danish companies
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