New Zealand launches initiative to prepare employees for future of work
The Aotearoa New Zealand Skills Pledge aims to double the time spent on employee training and re-skilling that will help both the staff and the organisations they work for prepare for the rapidly changing future of work.
Online tool to help Australians vote better informed
smartvote Australia is an innovative online tool that allows Australian voters to compare their views with candidates and parties during the Federal election.
HK government reveals hi-tech solutions for the city’s public toilets
New measures use advanced air purifying and flushing tech; will be implemented in selected public toilets in tourist areas.
Vietnam’s government aims to have 50% of businesses operating digitally by 2025
The government of Vietnam’s draft project proposes the goal of seeking to popularise digital capacity for people and creating favourable conditions for them to access digital infrastructures at a reasonable cost, with broadband access rates set under 2% of their income.
Malaysian IR 4.0: manufacturing sector expects US$30B growth
While companies in the region are still in the early stage of their digital journeys the future of Malaysia’s manufacturing sector is expected to grow exponentially.
Philippines and Singapore to co-lead the ASEAN Data Protection and Privacy Forum
The two target outcomes are to harmonise legal and regulatory landscapes in the region; and the development and adoption of best practices.
Data for Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre launched in Australia
The centre will use innovative cloud technologies and intelligent data analytics to solve real-world health, wellbeing and social challenges affecting Australians.
I&T is HK Government priority
HKSAR Government is working to diversify the region’s economic development and has already manifested several of its goals. In addition, the rapid rate of progress in the region makes it the prime.
