Singapore’s retailers venture into unmanned stores
Unmanned stores allow for automation of manual work, more efficient customer-service, ease of business for clients and increased profitability of business.
Digital ASEAN initiative has opportunities for Vietnam’s digital economy
Wold Economic Forums says the initiative will underpin a regional digital economy in ASEAN so that the benefits of Industry 4.0 can become a force for regional economic inclusion.
Global dataset provides evidence on mining displacement and resettlement
With no previous available information, the dataset addresses the problem by increasing awareness about mining-induced displacement.
Indonesian university prepares for the coming of 5G tech
5G technology is coming and Indonesia should prepare for its arrival by getting everyone involved, particularly the government because they are responsible for the policies.
Unemployed youth in NZ’s Northland gets digital skills training
Northland has a number of young people interested in the digital sector but lack basic coding skills or the motivation, confidence or networks required to pursue qualifications or employment in this area.
Thai gov introduces tax perks to help SMEs go digital
From 2020, the incentive will also cover hardware and smart devices, 3D printers, IoT devices, robotics, drones and wearable devices, digital services (including cloud-based services, digital architect design services, consultations, FinTech, AgriTech and MedTech).
HKUST gets funding for first-ever HK Institute of Synthetic Biology
The new academic and research building of the Institute will provide the most advanced facilities, aiming to attract the world’s top scholars in a move to steer Hong Kong into a global pioneer in synthetic biotech.
HK calls for global start-ups to showcase tech
Start-ups will present their innovations in four broad categories – Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Fintech, Health Technology and Smart City.
Persisting in a digital economy calls for collaboration efforts
All nations must work closely together to remain competitive across the world with an ever-expanding global digital economy.
NSW signs MOU to advance opportunity in high tech R&D jobs
The Memorandum of Understanding will guarantee that NSW leads the nation in developing tomorrow’s scientists, engineers and mathematicians.
Indian IT Ministry proposes fresh incentives for electronics manufacturers
The Ministry’s proposals include 4-6% interest rate subsidy on loans for new investments and a waiver of collateral for loans taken to set up machinery.
Philippine initiative utilises GIS for disaster risk reduction and mitigation
The GeoRiskPhilippines Initiative project is a geographic information system that integrates hazard maps, exposure data, and accessible by the public and government agencies.
Humanising Machine Intelligence to incorporate Australian values with AI
As Australians increasingly rely on AI, from smartphones and search to recruitment, even finance, it is crucial that the system inherits the Australian values right from the very start.
Hong Kong using AI to fight crime
With adequate safeguards to strike a balance between effective law enforcement and the protection of individual rights, AI in criminal detection is an inevitable trend.
Malaysia seeking more hi-tech investment from China
Malaysia has stated that it will continue to facilitate Chinese investment into Malaysia particularly the high-tech Industries and innovation-based services.
Training Overseas Filipino Workers to become informed digital citizens
Digital Tayo is a digital literacy and citizenship program that aims to reach a million Filipinos by the end of 2020 and help them have a positive and authentic experience online.
New blockchain lab in Western Australia to lead R&D
The Blockchain Research and Development Lab will focus on how blockchain and other disruptive technologies are transforming the world people live in today.
India Department of Atomic Energy showcases non-power tech applications
The exhibition explored technologies developed specifically for the common man in day-to-day life. For example, tech for the health, agriculture, water, and food security sectors.
Singapore Armed Forces has new digital armour
This AFV contains more firepower, protection, mobility and situational awareness for enhanced operations than the current ones.
The Philippines signs into law the Philippine Space Act
Under the Act, the Philippine Space Agency will represent the Philippines in the international space community for establishing cooperation agreements and linkages on space development.
Australia’s Defence released STEM Workforce Strategic Vision 2019-2030
The Department of Defence aims to shape the national agenda in TEM studies and inspire future generations of Australians to pursue careers within Defence.
Hong Kong growing urban farming tech
The start-ups are going beyond the hydroponic technology, and are developing even more sustainable and efficient farming technology, offering a glimpse into the future of Farming 4.0.
Use PayNow to pay your bills now
PayNow is valid across all government agencies and statutory boards services making it a step forward in one of Singapore’s Smart Nation project’s goals – a cashless economy.
Indian agri-tech start-ups to bolster digital agri transformation
A recent report said that India currently hosts more than 450 start-ups in the agri-tech segment, which has received more than US $248 million funding in the first six months of this year.
Virtual Reality to increase awareness on difficulties of truck driving
VR will allow participants to experience the difficulties with driving a long vehicle with blind spots in the hope it will foster empathy and reduce road accidents.
Indonesia’s Digital Talent Scholarship addresses HR
The Digital Talent Scholarship addresses the pressing need for human resources that are skilled with digital technology.
Iot Institute to anchor Thailand Digital Valley
IoT and AI will be the key technologies for development at the digital valley. The IoT Institute is looking to nurture a community of start-ups and tech investors that will take the product of Thai R&D into the global stage.
AI boosts detection of fast radio bursts in real-time
The artificial intelligence was trained to recognise the signs and signatures of fast radio bursts as well as trigger the capture of their finest details.
Philippine university signs MOA for ICT cooperation
Under the Memorandum of Agreement, the University will be offered training, laboratory equipment, courses and laboratories on ICT.
New DICE policy to help make Malaysia into digital hub
The DICE Policy, to be spearheaded by MDEC, aims to accelerate the digital content creative industry as a driver of economic growth in Malaysia.