Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on 7 major tech trends and Singapore’s regulatory approach
“Technology revolution is inevitable. It is foolish to stand in the way of progress and pretend that there is no downside or need for regulation”, said Minister Balakrishnan.
How A*STAR is enhancing the research ecosystem in Singapore: RIE2020 portal and Future InfoComm System Team applications
A*STAR researchers can look for details, such
as eligibility criteria, funding quantum, opening and close of grant calls, on
all RIE2020 Funding Initiatives provided by the funding agencies under one
centralised online portal.
How A*STAR is enhancing the research ecosystem in Singapore: electronic Chemicals, Biomaterials, Gases Management System
The system has helped to raise productivity and improve legal
compliance by automating inventory updates and monthly reporting, providing a
clear overview of the availability of chemicals within the institute and
reducing the turnaround time for purchases of controlled chemicals.
First healthcare regulatory sandbox launched in Singapore for telemedicine services
This is part of the Ministry of Health’s new Licensing Experimentation and Adaptation
Programme which seeks to enable new and innovative healthcare models and
services to be developed and refined in a safe and controlled environment.
Dubai launches blockchain-enabled virtual marketplace Tourism 2.0
Tourism 2.0 is a blockchain-enabled marketplace that connects potential buyers directly to hotels and tour operators.
Australian National University to develop wearable medical technology
ANU has welcomed new federal government funding for a landmark project to develop micro-wearable technology to help drive the future of healthcare.
A*STAR researchers use machine learning to identify cancer-causing mutations
In this project, two new artificial intelligence (AI)
methods were created to scan the entire genomes of 212 gastric cancer tumours
in a few months using computer clusters at the Genome Institute of Singapore
and the National Supercomputing Centre. Such an analysis would have taken 30
years to complete on a standard modern computer.
Victoria Police in its first stage of state-wide body-worn cameras rollout
The first stage of state-wide rollout will see 150 cameras deployed this month in Epping and followed by Ballarat. Police in the Epping and Ballarat communities will be patrolling with body-worn cameras to better respond to and investigate crime.
Singapore launches new jobs portal MyCareersFuture.sg to address job-skills mismatch
MyCareersFuture.sg uses machine learning and text analysis to identify skills requires for the job and prioritise search results according to the relevance of the jobseeker’s skills.
Sharing real-time relevant data with utility consumers – Saving costs while helping the planet
A smart meter may generate 100 readings per day, per household. When that is multiplied by thousands of customer households for just one utility provider, the volumes of data are enormous. Data size is further compounded by related data streams including demographics data, smart appliances and sensors, weather data, consumer behavior information, and social media data
NIST releases updated version of its Cybersecurity Framework
Refinements and enhancements to the Framework include a new
section on self-assessment, more comprehensive treatment of identity management
and additional description of how to manage supply chain cybersecurity.
NAMIC partners with MPA Singapore to develop 3D printing applications for maritime sector
NAMIC and SkillsFuture Singapore will collaborate with the
Institutes of Higher Learning to develop customised courses to groom a pool of
additive manufacturing professionals. NAMIC will also develop an industry-led
additive manufacturing certification framework, with support from SSG.
Dubai’s Department of Economic Development harnesses AI for intelligent industrial innovation
The Dubai 3i initiative by the Department of Economic Development aims to create a suitable future government environment for new industries based on AI and smart industry.
Collaboration to leverage AI and analytics for vessel traffic management in Singapore port
A*STAR’s Institute of High Performance Computing, the Singapore
Management University and Fujitsu are collaborating to develop these innovative
new technologies, with the support of the Maritime and Port Authority of
Singapore.
Will we witness an evolution or revolution in banking? – Remarks by Deputy MD of MAS
While initiatives around digitisation of services are not
groundbreaking in themselves, new digital services or business models using technologies
such as AI and blockhain can fundamentally change how we borrow, save, pay,
invest or insure.
Smart electricity technology developed at ANU successfully trialled in Tasmania
The NAC technology could help networks improve operations at
normal times, and reduce stress during times of peak demand. The NAC ensures
household energy data is kept private while helping negotiate the best price
for the power when it is fed into the electricity grid.
Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong on “A Better Nation by Design”
“It is not just the hardware aspects of engineering and
architecture but the software as well. It goes beyond the application of
technology, economics and sociology. It needs a deep understanding of human
beings, their emotions and psychology – how individuals behave, how society
works.”
NTU to test Group Rapid Transit autonomous vehicles on Smart Campus by 2019
NTU has partnered SMRT Services and 2getthere to deploy fully automated Group Rapid Transit autonomous vehicles on its Smart Campus by 2019.
Hong Kong Polytechnic University bags 9 international invention awards
The breakthroughs not only expand the boundaries of knowledge but also enhance the well-being of society on different fronts as they cover a wide range of application areas.
How A*STAR is enhancing the research ecosystem in Singapore: Federated Identity Management System
The system allows staff, researchers, and students at A*STAR,
NUS, NTU, SUTD and SMU to access e-Resources offered by the NSCC and SingAREN,
without the need to change existing usernames or passwords of their home IHLs.
China’s Ministry of Education issues action plan on promoting AI in universities
The MOE action plan on AI emphasised that Chinese universities need to strengthening knowledge in basic AI theory, driving technology research and achieving innovation breakthroughs.
Central Public Works Department of India launches web-based tool for real-time monitoring of projects
The e-Measurement Book module on the Public Financial
Management System Portal will enable monitoring both the financial progress as
well as the physical progress for all projects/works undertaken by the CPWD.
University of Sydney to develop next-gen Small Unmanned Aerial System to enhance defence capability
Aerospace engineers from the University of Sydney are working to develop a next-generation Small Unmanned Aerial System for use by Australian soldiers.
UNCTAD Policy Brief calls for holistic policy approach towards digitalisation and trade
A holistic approach would have to encompass: ICT
infrastructure; education and skills development; the labour market;
competition; issues relating to science, technology and innovation, and
taxation; and trade and industrial policies, for example.
Telco giants form world’s first Global Telco Security Alliance to secure billions worldwide
The Alliance aims to provide a robust cyber security platform to protect customers around the globe and allow them to thrive in the digital economy.
Northern Territory Government to establish Cyber Security Operations Centre
A Cyber Security Operations Centre will be established to
provide a centralised base for cyber analysts, engineers and forensic
specialist staff to collaborate on preventative measures and respond to cyber
incidents.
Leading universities come together to form the Beijing – Hong Kong Universities Alliance
The Alliance will serve as a high-level platform to deepen institutional cooperation in talents nurturing and scientific research, enhancing the quality of higher education in two cities and contributing to the national development and global growth.
Dubai expands trial run of Bus on Demand service to Dubai Media City
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has broadened the scope of the trial operation of Bus on Demand service to include the Dubai Media City.
Auxiliary Force of Malaysian Police integrates facial recognition technology with body-worn cameras
Implemented since February 2018, the body-worn cameras are
currently in use by auxiliary police officers of AFSB at various critical
infrastructure. Going forward, there are plans to expand the roll-out to more
locations across Malaysia in the near future.
Online tool developed at UNSW to calculate solar power potential of rooftops in Australian cities
The SunSPoT online tool has been as part of the Energy Data
for Smart Decision Making project, funded by the Australian Government’s Smart
Cities and Suburbs program. It is is expected to help residents, councils and businesses make
better decisions about investment in solar power.