Online safety is the main priority of new MoU
This MoU will be an avenue for cooperative efforts that will allow for the management of a safer online .nz, enabling the Department of Internal Affairs and the Domain Name Commission to share information between them.
Indian President inaugurates 13th AgroTech conference
: Indian government to work towards merging biotechnology, nanotechnology, data science, remote-sensing imaging, autonomous aerial and ground vehicles, and artificial intelligence which they believe hold the keys to generating more value for agriculture.
Artificial intelligence to allow self-diagnosis of skin cancer
The person will be able to scan their body by taking a large number of high-resolution images that will be sent to a remote server for processing. Within minutes, a complete 3D reconstruction of the individual’s body will be returned. Skin cancer may be detected for a fraction of the cost.
Bangkok blockchain undergoes tests for tracking VAT payments
The department has set its sights on adopting machine learning and using artificial intelligence to learn and study tax-cheating practices to efficiently examine tax payments and compel more people to enter the formal tax system, the director-general stated.
Indonesian youth to benefit from international bank’s skills development programme
Indonesia has one of the world’s youngest populations, which is expected to boost the country’s labour productivity in the next few years. But they lack skilled workers in areas such as information systems and technology; and artificial intelligence and robotics, among others.
US tech company launches academy and accelerator in Kuala Lumpur
These skills which include Business Growth mindset, Growth Marketing and User Experience Design are key skills required by SMEs and Start-ups to succeed in the digital economy. The Accelerator will provide a Market Acceleration Program (MXP) that provides a foolproof formula for Startups and Corporates to commercialise their innovation.
NSW’s conversation on thinking skills in an AI world
Australia’s New South Wales Department of Education and the University of New South Wales Grand Challenges Program host a panel. It discusses what education needs to do differently to ensure students can positively shape their world.
Blockchain to accelerate Malaysia’s automotive industry
The main purpose of this collaboration is furthering blockchain technologies and initiatives aimed at pushing forward the national Industry4WRD policy. The two sides are focused on improving supply chain efficiency and transforming the after-sales and service sectors through reputation economy 2.0.
DTA releases Cloud Assessment Tool
Australia’s Digital Transformation Agency is releasing the Cloud Assessment Tool. For agencies thinking about using a cloud service, the Tool gives them a rough idea of what to consider.
Hong Kong company brings blockchain to digital entertainment gaming
The company will use its core blockchain technology to revolutionise the industry ecosystem of the popular tourist hotspots. Currently, product development has successfully entered the testing stage.
7 Tech trends to look out for in 2019
What trends can business and consumers look out for in 2019? According to one report, it’s a list of seven.
Micro-manufacturing tech to revolutionise blood testing
It is very handy as it is just the size of an ID card. It is designed to be disposable too. More importantly, it could prove to be particularly useful in the case of epidemic diseases as it will save the patients the trouble of bringing blood samples to the city to have it checked.
