Re-using plastic waste to produce 3D printing filaments
The study conducted aimed to develop an alternative 3D printing filament from plastic waste not only to produce cheaper filaments, but also to help reduce the amount of plastic waste that causes pollution to the environment.
HKBU scholars announce revolutionary new biotechnology
The new method is both time and cost-efficient. As the new system employs microfluidic technology, results are not only making it more accurate but it requires much smaller samples and takes significantly less time to carry out tests.
EXCLUSIVE OpenGov Asia Breakfast Insight – Making Digital Transformation a Reality: Are You Ready?
Governments stand to benefit the most from cloud services which, apart from being time-saving and cost-efficient significantly reduce errors, duplication and oversight. Most importantly, cloud services have the potential to deliver seamless services, raising citizen satisfaction.
New Testlab to provide space and defence SMEs with Industry 4.0 tech
The Testlab will be one of the most advanced industry collaboration facilities in the country and will be a part of a national network of six institutions. It will provide South Australia with a gateway to the future of manufacturing.
Malaysian Government set to regulate digital trading
All Malaysian digital asset offerings will now need government authorization and will have to meet anti-money laundering and cyber-security guidelines. The Securities Commission is beginning to implement new regulations on Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and the trading of digital assets, this is because up to now this sector has been unregulated. Malaysia’s Finance Minister YB […]
Thai Electronic Transactions Development Agency plans digitally skilled workforce
ETDA is launching the ‘Young Talent Platform’ during Thailand’s e-Commerce Week 2019 (31 January – 2 February 2019) to bring together young Thai people with the aim of helping them be digitally ready for working in the e-Commerce era. The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) announced that they aim to attract 1 million teenagers to […]
Thailand Stock Exchange applies for crypto-trading digital license
Regulators in the kingdom are on the right track and the SET showing interest will be a huge boost for the crypto industry in the region.
DICT launches Philippines’ national cyber intelligence platform
The Cybersecurity Management System Project will comprehensively monitor threats and defend the country’s cyber infostructure from cyberattacks. The platform aims to build the resilience of the country as part of the National Cybersecurity Plan 2022.
Prevention of cyberattacks on smart home devices receives funding
Cybercriminals and hackers are targeting smart home devices such as smart TVs and mobiles phones. The research team will look at vulnerabilities in any devices and appliances that are connected to the internet by using software testing, among others to identify them.
Hong Kong’s 2019 smart city initiatives
The development of innovation and technology and the promotion of smart city construction are among the priorities of the current government, with focus being improve urban management, enhance the quality of life of the people and the competitiveness of Hong Kong, and promote sustainable development.
Hong Kong gets virtual reality theme park
: The 330-square-metre park has booths that are all fully equipped with HD projectors, high-end stereo equipment, high-performance graphics cards, high-quality wireless headsets with low latency, and comfortable seats for consumers.
Inter-ministerial MoU inked to enhance biotech industry in India
The MoU between the DBT and the ICAR will establish centres for services related to genotyping, data banking, agriculture bioinformatics, GM food detection, and the validity of biotechnologies such as vaccines.
Blockchain found to uplift NZ’s economy
Technology is now New Zealand’s third-biggest export sector, bringing in more than NZ$ 16 billion a year in overall revenue. Blockchain presents a huge opportunity, with over US$ 11 billion raised through initial coin offerings (ICOs) in the first half of 2018.
First full test of NSW’s driverless metro train completed
The metro train completed the entire length of Sydney’s new A$ 8.3 billion Metro Northwest railway line, travelling a total of 36kms from Tallawong Station to Chatswood Station. Several tests are still being done but services are expected to begin in 2024.
Thailand pushes for ASEAN Digital Integration Framework Action Plan
Minister of Commerce Sontirat Sontijirawong spoke on Monday January 14 at the ‘Special Session on the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR)’ seminar in Bangkok, organised by the Department of Trade Negotiations. Thailand is the ASEAN chair this year and is aiming to reach for a cohesive regional industrial 4.0 development plan and to implement guidelines on […]
Australia and Vietnam build on partnership with launch of Aus4Innovation project
The Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam and Australian Government have agreed on a partnership to work together in the fields of science, technology and innovation. The Australia – Vietnam Innovative Project -Aus4Innovation was officially launched on January 10. Aus4Innovation is designed to implement the Partnership on Innovation between Australia and Vietnam, which was […]
Thailand and Vietnam will partner to bolster science-technology cooperation
The cooperation programmes will focus on focusing on biotechnology, electronics and computer, materials science and nanotechnology, food – water and energy security, agriculture, and environment, as well as supporting SMEs.
Robot paints in traditional Chinese style thanks to AI
Programming a robot to paint is an exciting initial example of the fusion between two traditionally opposing fields, engineering and fine arts. The flexible program allows for continuous development, with the end goal of being able to create a piece of art instead of simply copying existing works.
Malaysian students develop revolutionary wood technology
Going forward, the aim of the academic team is to start converting their research data into something that can be used by engineers and building technicians.
Electric cooperatives to bring internet to remote Philippine areas
The DICT will utilise the fibre optic network of electric cooperatives as digital transmission lines. By using the existing infrastructure, the Department as well as other agencies can connect digitally with local governments and open programs for communities.
Hong Kong’s first-ever API exchange for banking launched
The APIs cover product and service information including deposit, foreign currency exchange, loans, investment, insurance, and other general banking services such as safe deposit box, branch, and ATM.
Indian school board to introduce AI as a subject
The syllabus for the AI subject will be drafted for grades 8, 9, and 10. If required, the board will also help in the capacity building of schools for the teaching and learning of the subject from the next academic session.
Ultraprecise ultrasound to revolutionise unmanned aerial vehicles
With sensors that are smaller than a millimetre across, the technology is so sensitive that it can hear, for the first time, the miniscule random forces from surrounding air molecules. Its accuracy could change how scientists understand biological systems, which may lead to new treatments.
HKUST and telecom firm partner on research and talent grooming
The telecom firm will contribute US$3 million annually for three years to the University for recruiting top-notch visiting researchers from various disciplines and establishing seed funding for high impact research.
Learning management system to boost knowledge outside the classroom
Students can be more organised with their schoolwork since tasks and assignments are visible in AnimoSpace. It even goes the extra mile by sending notifications to remind the students of deadlines and exam dates.
EXCLUSIVE: It’s cloud and data access for Australian Institute of Health and Welfare in 2019
OpenGov Asia had a chance to chat with Geoff Neideck, Group Head, Data Strategies and IT, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. He shares with us some projects his team has embarked on and where they’re headed in the new year.
How Hong Kong PolyU helped land a lunar probe on the moon – Part I
PolyU Associate Professor at the Dept. of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics and his team have been conducting research for the past three years to characterise and analyse a section of the Moon’s surface to determine if it was fit for landing.
Second data centre in Indonesia a boost for digital landscape
The two data centres in Indonesia will offer stronger disaster recovery capabilities as well as a host of products and services that include elastic computing, database services, networking, security and middleware.
Government launches portal to support woman entrepreneurs in India
Womaniya on GeM will spur hyper-local economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs and address the goals and objectives under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
Thailand to get electronic driving license on smartphone app
Since the digital driving license will carry blood type, allergies and location, it could prove extremely useful in case of emergencies.
