HKSTP’s iDM2 demo day sees start-ups showcase research
Participating companies received guidance about how to develop innovative and productionable design solutions, as well as display their technology products on the spot.
Malaysian HR tech start-up US$7 million
The firm’s plans to expand are in line with the country’s aim of attracting more start-ups. A new innovation centre will help start-ups find corporates partners to get access, coaching, funding and mentoring in a single space.
Transforming Yogyakarta into a smart city
Yogyakarta will not only become a smart city but will also be responsible for spearheading Indonesia’s digital economy.
Melbourne to welcome National Artificial Intelligence Centre
The A$ 1 million investment to the proposed centre will boost the identification and establishment of a location for the new national centre, which will be bringing together a mix of world-leading businesses, start-ups and tertiary institutions.
EXCLUSIVE – Philippine OpenGov Leadership Forum 2019 Gamification, Panels and Polling
Digital transformation in the Philippines should be citizen-centric and can only be successful if it involves, not data, not emerging technologies, but the people.
Enterprise Singapore launches initiatives to strengthen startup ecosystem in Singapore
As Singapore sets out to become the Global-Asia node for technology, innovation and enterprise, Enterprise Singapore will be deepening efforts with global and local partners to strengthen the startup ecosystem in Singapore. This supports the national Research, Innovation and Enterprise 2020 Plan to build a strong core of innovative enterprises and start-ups to capture global […]
HKUST scholars helping to make quantum computers a reality
For the first time in history, a joint research team from HKUST and SCNU has found a way to boost the efficiency of photonic quantum memories to over 85% with fidelity of over 99%.
EXCLUSIVE – OPENING KEYNOTE 3rd Annual Philippine OpenGov Leadership Forum 2019
Read the entire Opening Keynote Address of Mr. Eliseo M. Rio Jr., DICT Acting Secretary which was delivered by Undersecretary Denis F. Villorente.
New technologies implemented by India’s Ministry of Renewable Energy
The objectives of most of the Ministry’s technology-based energy programmes are to accelerate and enhance support for resource assessment and the deployment of technologies in the country.
HKSTP co-hosts first I&T Trade Show
The goal is to help government departments increase their awareness of the availability of home-grown I&T solutions that can solve their operational issues while encouraging the participation of start-ups and SMEs in government procurement programmes.
EXCLUSIVE – Philippine OpenGov Leadership Forum 2019 Keynote Presentations
Digital transformation in the Philippines should be citizen-centric and can only be successful if it involves, not data, not emerging technologies, but the people.
India’s National Policy on software products to boost tech start-ups
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has said that because of the strides made by the Digital India scheme, India’s digital footprint is one of the fastest growing in the world. It has the potential to become a trillion-dollar digital economy by 2025.
Singapore’s Approach in Charting the Future of Work
Minister of Finance Heng Swee Keat made the opening speech at the Welcome Dinner of The Singapore Conference on The Future of Work last night, 28 April. He spoke of Singapore’s approach in charting the future of work and how it consisted of three main themes. He said that Singapore’s approach is very much aligned […]
Malaysia Innovation Policy Council to drive tech industry growth
Industry experts, seasoned innovators and start-ups, reputable funding partners and other government agencies will serve as advisory, facilitation and alignment bodies industries and recommend relevant policy or regulations to be implemented.
India to add 144GW renewables by 2022
India’s electricity sector transition is still on track despite a weak fiscal year (2018-2019), according to a recent report.
Singapore offers fastest Patent application-to-grant for Artificial Intelligence Inventions globally
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has just announced today April 26 that it will accelerate grants of AI-related patent applications to just six months, which will be the fastest in the world with immediate effect. Accelerated Initiative for Artificial Intelligence to complement Singapore’s move towards a digital economy The Accelerated Initiative for Artificial […]
Tech shaping the Malaysian economy
The digital economy’s contribution to the GDP is slated to reach a stretched target of 20% by 2020. To make sure this becomes a reality, the Government is promoting tech adoption among businesses and encouraging digital entrepreneurship.
Core digital sectors to contribute 10% to India’s GDP by 2025
As a result of Government initiatives, India now has 120 units manufacturing mobile phones compared to 2 units in 2014. Around 225 million mobile handsets were manufactured in India in 2017-18 compared to 60 million in 2014-15. The industry has generated employment for over 450,000 people.
HK consumers opt for safety over cost – prefer secure digital services
The study aimed to understand consumer expectations of trust, uncover their experiences with digital services, and provide tangible insights help businesses earn and sustain the trust of consumers in a digital world.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance leads the country in E-Government development
The Ministry of Finance continues to lead the country in E-Government Development Index 2018 in the category of ministries and ministerial-level agencies. This was according to a report assessing the adoption of IT in ministries and ministerial-level agencies, governmental agencies and centrally-run cities and provinces which was released at a conference in Hanoi on April […]
Colloquium explores the need, scope, and future of AI in India
The colloquium brought together leading researchers, academics, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the country to understand and deliberate on the state of research and innovation in AI and machine learning. Key areas of discussion included the development of potential programmes for the Indian AI ecosystem.
Smart material performs better under pressure
The emerging spheres of robotics and wearable devices require composite material to retain conductivity despite being bent, compressed, stretched or twisted.
New Zealand and France to end online extremism
The goal of the meeting is to see various world leaders and CEOs of tech companies agree to a pledge called the ‘Christchurch Call’ to eliminate terrorist and violent extremist content online.
Thailand gets first in-country AI-enabled cloud platform
The platform is aimed at enabling organisations with a strategic option to provide cloud solutions within the country on a standard platform.
Singapore must focus on technology and innovation to transform society and the economy
The Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat spoke to media last week in San Francisco while visiting for a tech forum on his 11-day trip to the United States. The Minister acknowledged that the economy will go through various stages of ups and downs but he highlighted that “We must stay very focused on our industry […]
India and Sweden launch an initiative to develop smart cities and clean technologies
The collaborative programme between India and Sweden will carry out full-scale research and development projects, focused on the development of new products, processes, and technologies. Product-adaptation projects will also be funded under the programme.
CSM launches cybersecurity programme
CCP partners will reportedly benefit from community networking, capacity development programmes, capability development support as well as business opportunities.
Micro units to help leaders succeed in the digital era
The micro units address what is required for leaders to be adaptable and successful in the future.
Thai satellite to launch on 3D-printed rocket
The increase in space tech initiatives over the last six months in Thailand will help push Thailand up to the global value chain in space and connect it to other nations.
AMBERLab advances blockchain in the Philippines
As a research laboratory, AMBERLab focuses on frontier issues by understanding how blockchain technology can better serve the countrymen.