Future of Finance Jobs in Singapore to be Transformed by Technology
Mr Ravi Menon, Chairman of Institute of Banking and Finance, Managing Director of Monetary Authority of Singapore made a speech today on the future of jobs in the Finance Sector, and the main focus of this speech was how technology would transform jobs in the future. He spoke at the launch of a study by […]
Thailand to get new innovation lab
The firm will open its first and largest innovation lab in the ASEAN region located at its Bangkok 2 Data Centre. The set of the centre will help further Thailand 4.0’s goal of developing a digital economy.
Malaysian telecom deploys energy solution furthering IR 4.0
The company will use a system developed by its partner which serves as a viable alternative to backup diesel generators currently deployed in sites not connected to the grid.
Utilising drones, Cloud and AI for reef monitoring program
A grant will allow quicker processing of Great Barrier Reef drone data by using cloud computing services, saving weeks or perhaps months in data crunching time.
Indonesia’s West Java villages to get free Wi-Fi
The Desa Digital or Digital Village initiative aims to remove the digital divide so that villages, and not only cities, will also have access to the internet.
Blockchain adoption on the rise in India
India’s government has been working to launch new blockchain-based projects. In 2018 it developed IndiaChain for supply chain management, land records, and education certificates, among others. More recently, it launched a blockchain application for coffee growers to connect directly with their customers, reducing intermediaries and increasing farmer income.
HK start-up using 3D tech to make zero-waste jeans
The ‘techstyle’ robotics and apparel company aims to become a zero-waste operation. It is developing a 3D weaving machine that would completely eliminate fabric waste.
Digital transformation to boost financial inclusion in the Philippines
This transformation has completely altered the business landscape and has moved traditional financial institutions to adapt and innovate.
Hong Kong introduces IT subsidies for visually impaired
The scheme supports not-for-profit organisations to acquire advanced Chinese screen readers, Braille displays and accessories for the visually impaired.
Online learning ‘app’-ortunity for budding digital entrepreneurs
Through a Massive Open Online Course, interested parties across the globe will have an opportunity to launch their own iOS app.
How big data impacts managerial decision-making
116 managers from predominantly large and medium-sized New Zealand businesses were surveyed for this study that aims to examine the impact of data analytics on managerial decision-making.
Industry 4.0 initiatives further Indonesia’s global competitiveness
The Indonesian Government is more determined with its Industry 4.0 efforts after findings show that Indonesian companies implementing Industry 4.0 tech experienced 40% increase in productivity and efficiency.
Growing Malaysia’s digital economy inclusively
The aim is to spark a dialogue that will eventually connect the rakyat with the digital challenges that all Malaysians need to work together to address.
Malaysian university training students in cybersecurity
An industry advisory panel of experts from the cybersecurity field is involved in the design of the curriculum, ensuring the syllabus is up-to-date and relevant to change and improve the landscape of secure computing.
India considers blockchain for digital payments
The National Payments Corporation of India has floated an Express of Interest (EOI) to help bidders propose their capabilities to develop distributed ledger technology in the payment domain.
A faster and more energy efficient internet thanks to new device
The microresonator optical frequency comb transforms a single colour of laser light into a rainbow of 160 different frequencies, replacing hundreds of power-consuming lasers currently used to encode and send data around the world.
Cybersecurity experts gather at ASTRI forum
: Over 200 tech experts gathered to discuss how best to deal with the threat of cybersecurity. Meanwhile, other HKSAR Governmental departments have provided research and recommendations for better cyber practice.
Advancing Australia’s automotive industry with tech
A Commonwealth Government-funded program awarded more than A$ 780,000 to three RMIT University projects that will modernise the Australian automotive industry.
HKSTP opens 5G centre
The lab aim is to promote the application of 5G technologies in various scopes and develop more comprehensive 5G ecosystems to diversify the economy and improve life quality.
India approves phase four of the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle
This fourth phase is expected to meet the launch requirement of satellites that provide critical satellite navigation services, data relay communications to support the Indian human spaceflight programme, and the next interplanetary mission to Mars.
Malaysia to leverage 5G tech within 3 years
Malaysian PM is confident that 5G technology will help digitally transform Malaysia in conjunction with other ambitious Government plans like Industry 4Ward and the NFCP.
Progress made in India’s national e-marketplace
Over the year, the Government eMarketplace (GeM) witnessed a four-fold increase in the total value of transactions on the portal and twice as many sellers in the marketplace. There has also been an overall growth in the number of categories, products, and buyers.
HK experts explain how tech is disrupting everyday life
The symposium saw the world’s leading technological companies gathered the fairs to share insights, research and innovative product lines that cover the gamut of consumer technology.
HKBU and MedTech firm to partner on cell therapy research
The MedTech firm will contribute a sum of HK$15 million to HKBU in support of a contract research related to cell culture technology and cell therapies that could treat neurodegenerative and other incurable diseases.
India and Denmark to cooperate on renewable energy
The Danish Energy Agency is starting three-year strategic sector cooperation with Indian ministries and national institutes. Offshore wind energy and integration of renewable energy into the electrical system are the key focus areas.
Digital tech to change the way healthcare is delivered
Future medical professionals need to be equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to make online consultations as effective as possible.
Philippine ICT project to target rural areas in the ASEAN
The “Digital Jobs Towards ASEAN Integration” project aims to create meaningful ICT-enabled jobs in socio-economically disadvantaged areas in the ASEAN Region.
Japan urged to leverage I&T opportunities available in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s CE notes that the Greater Bay Area is a new engine to propel the close ties between Hong Kong and Japan by providing top-tier I&T, financial and trade services.
Hong Kong CE encourages tech development
By making I&T a priority, the region is encouraging the application of technology in almost every aspect of its economy and society, including justice for cross-border disputes.
Upskilling students with tech through summer workshops
Workshops will run from May to July 2019 and will cover topics such as Game Development, Data Analytics, and Data Science, among others
