NUS launches autonomous shuttle service within its campus
This innovation in self-driving car technology is in line with NUS’s goal to build a smart, safe and sustainable campus.
New Zealand joins international talks on cyber and online threats
The talks will focus on cyber and online threats, emerging technologies, border protection and asylum issues, countering foreign interference, and countering online child sexual exploitation and abuse.
UAV to boost Indonesia’s disaster recovery capability
The unmanned aerial vehicle is equipped with features that include light detection and ranging (LIDAR), advanced positioning and thermal camera.
Thai gov introducing autonomous vehicles and tech to driving ed
These moves are aimed at better using modern technologies to upgrade the quality of Thai driving schools. Concurrently, the Thai and Japanese governments are working to demonstrate autonomous agricultural equipment.
Enhanced face recognition tech effective in adverse environments
The enhanced facial recognition algorithm produced results of its effectivity in trying environments, which will be beneficial for stand-off surveillance.
Hong Kong’s Open API framework: one year on
The Framework will help contribute to Hong Kong’s development as a smart city and, in conjunction with other Smart Banking initiatives the HKMA has announced, further strengthen the city’s status as an international financial centre and fintech hub in the region.
HKU tech start-ups receive massive support
While TSSSU@HKU will provide monetary support to the HKU technology start-up companies, the iDendron Incubation Programme will boost early-stage start-ups through intensive mentor engagement, build investor relations and maximize exposure.
Malaysian tech firms ink partnership
Malaysia aims to expand its companies and boost their interest in foreign markets as Cambodia plans to improve its ICT ecosystem to keep up with its robust gross domestic product growth.
Kerala to set up India’s first space tech park
The space park will leverage the opportunities provided by Space 2.0 and generate high-tech job opportunities.
Explore Singapore’s hawker culture on Google maps
In an attempt to get on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Singapore is working with Google Map’s virtual navigation to make locating and visiting its renowned hawkers centres easier for tourists.
The Philippines signs Innovative Startup Act into law
The Innovative Startup Act will boost the start-up ecosystem by providing incentives to help the start-ups as well as the start-up enablers.
Cybersecurity – a constant in the ever evolving digital landscape
Organisations have to consistently adapt their cyber security frameworks and strategies to face ever-present threat actors and their continually evolving attacks.
New software algorithm measures fatigue to predict athlete performance
the research applies the tools of statistics to physiology research in order to provide new insights for athletes and their coaches into how best to manage and predict fatigue levels.
NTUC LearningHub to roll out a starter kit for “Worker 4.0”
With the workforce’s transition to “Industry 4.0”, this starter kit will equip workers with the key digital skills.
Virtual reality game simulates earthquake to keep children safe
Virtual reality offers students different pathways as well as right and wrong options during an earthquake to teach them what should be done in case it happens.
HK civil technician trainees using VR training simulators
By providing realistic scenarios through technology, the trainees can increase their understanding of government buildings and installations including their technical details such as operating principles and structural plans.
Sarawak govt exploring latest train tech
China’s Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) system might be able to reduce the costs of implementing lines as trains in Sarawak. They use the latest technology and can run on non-elevated normal or dedicated roads.
WA’s Curtin University launches Cryptocurrency PhD Scholarship Fund
The new and innovative scholarship will use cryptocurrencies in the form of Bitcoin and Ethereum to fund PhD students in the areas of blockchain, cybersecurity and data analytics.
DOST-ASTI forges partnerships for tech access and data exchange
The partnerships will utilise computing facilities, remote sensing and GIS expertise, earth observation and satellite imageries, artificial intelligence and data exchange.
Thai workforce must be prepared for digital economy
Most investments in the EEC are in petrochemical, auto, agriculture, biotech, robotics and aviation – industries that require workers with high expertise and adaptability. Hence, the government must prepare manpower to meet these requirements in line with the Thailand 4.0 strategy.
Digital preparedness initiatives for North East Singapore
Residents are to be assisted in the areas of employment, employability and upskilling to enable them to better transition into a digital workforce.
New Digital Readiness initiatives for upskilling Singaporeans
Mr S Iswaran announces initiatives aimed at honing the digital skills of citizens to create a more digitally inclusive society.
Malaysia granted access to Turkish defence tech
Turkey has extended its cooperation to the nation in a number of fields. The opportunity to meet Turkish captains of industry has opened new doors for Malaysia to boost investment.
India’s digital transformation – Punjab to set up high-tech cycle valley
The High-Tech Valley will cover 383 acres of land, and the modalities concerning the purchasing of the land have been completed. The layout plan has also been approved.
South Australia to invest in cutting edge tech for wine industry
Embracing disruptive technologies will enhance the global capability and competitiveness of South Australia’s wine and wine tourism industries.
The Philippines releases standards for electric vehicles
Electric vehicles will address the need for alternative sources of fuel and efficient technologies amidst the rising price of petroleum products.
AI to boost India’s agricultural productivity
The Indian government recently piloted an AI-powered tool for crop cutting and yield estimation under the Prime Minister’s Crop Insurance Scheme (Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yoajana). The scheme aims to cut down the cost of farming while increasing productivity. It will also help farmers get better prices for their crops. This cutting-edge technology can be […]
HK gov opens tech funding scheme
There are 33 and 32 technology areas under the first and third categories respectively this year. The areas are relevant to the needs of the industry and will enhance economic development in the Greater Pearl River Delta region.
Blood flow monitor to save lives during surgery
Fibre-optic sensor and LED technology will improve the monitoring of blood flow through the aorta during dangerous intensive care and surgical procedures.
University of Indonesia widens transport option with e-scooters
The e-scooter facility or the green mobility solution will address the need for environmentally-friendly transportation services and healthier lifestyle option.
