Vietnam Launches Online Mapping Service
Currently, the service has data on 23.4 million addresses and offers basic features such as location search and directions.
Malaysia Committed to Creating Digital Utopia
The initiatives aim to establish Malaysia as a regional digital powerhouse in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and ensure the digital economy will drive shared prosperity for all Malaysians.
Vietnam Holds International Conference on Advanced Technologies for Communications
The event is a forum for the exchange of scientific and technological information among Vietnamese and international scientists and engineers.
Goa, India and SPTI Ink MoU for Start-up Centre and IT park
In a bid to drive its economy and image, Goa is trying to position itself as a hub for the start-up industry; the agreement with the STPI will help attract more start-ups to the state.
Partnership to Build Australia’s Technology Talent
The demand for talents studying network, software engineering, cybersecurity or data analytics is at an all-time high but there is a looming shortage that needs to be addressed.
Pushing for Transparency in NZ Government’s Use of Data
The Algorithm Charter will encourage ethical and open practices, as well as fostering greater consistency and collaboration across government agencies.
Indian Ministry of IT Sets up Hub for Start-ups
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has created a platform to connect entrepreneurs, incubators, investors, mentors, and accelerators.
Solar-powered EV Charging Station to Enable Greater EV Adoption
The new solar-powered EV charging stations will maximise use of renewable energy, with the potential to alleviate stress on the grid during peak periods.
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas SIgns MOA for Big Data
The 12-month long BSP Big Data Project will focus on the theoretical, methodological, and operational aspects of institutionalising big data in the central bank.
Vietnam’s Plans for Smart City Projects
Smart cities, with technologies and integration based on sensor collection and the analysis of data, could drive economic, environmental, and social growth in the country.
Government Pledges to Help Spur I&T Growth in HK
The Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) will be expanded to cover companies outside the HKSTPs and Cyberport. Six new tech areas will be added: 5G communications, IoT, integrated circuit design, microelectronics, digital entertainment and green technology.
Reversing the Increasing Threat of Cybercrime
Australians should take control of their online identity by reviewing privacy settings, learning how to spot phishing scams, creating strong passwords, and using two-factor authentication.
The Palapa Ring Connects Indonesia to the World and to Each Other
The Palapa Ring’s eastern package completes the overall broadband infrastructure development project across the Indonesian archipelago, including the outermost parts.
Tech to Create Jobs for Malaysian Youth
Government services and procurements should prioritise indigenous products, from payment gateways to secure emails or mobile apps; Malaysia should create an atmosphere and an ecosystem where Malaysian tech can prosper.
DCT and FTI to Collaborate on Development of AI in Thailand
The two organisations also plan to reskill and upskill the digital workforce to be ready to cope with digital disruption and upcoming 5G adoption.
Malaysia Launches Digital Inclusion Council
The new initiative is in line with the government’s vision of shared prosperity, uplifting social and economic quality of life for Malaysians through the use of technology.
MOA Signals RISE in Engineering Scholarships in the Philippines
The Development Bank of the Philippines Resources for Inclusive and Sustainable Education (DRP RISE) empowers students taking up priority courses like engineering and IT.
Forecasting Rain More Accurately with GPS-based System
The growing network of receivers in Australis is being harnessed to provide more accurate and real-time weather forecast by calculating air moisture and rainfall.
Maharashtra, India to Use AI and Satellite Imagery to Improve Farm Yields
Maharashtra plans to use AI-based solutions to mitigate agricultural risks for farmers, under the Maha Agri Tech project.
Finalists of Entrepreneurship Programme Vie for Seed Capital and Incubation
Several of the 15 finalists that made it through the final stages of Velocity $100K Challenge employ technology in order to improve life for all.
New Centre to Focus on Automated Decision-making and Society
The global research project would help ensure machine learning and decision-making technologies were used responsibly, ethically and inclusively.
HKSTP Firm Launches Smart Retail Store
The firm has deployed smart retail warehousing technology to innovate business and marketing models and enhance the automated B2C retail experience.
Digital Technology to Preserve New Zealand’s Architectural History
The Immersive Legacies: 320 The Terrace exhibition explores how the country’s architectural heritage can be documented using a range of digital technology such as VR.
Thailand and Japan Agree to Develop Automation Tech
The Thai government will give new investors incentives which will be tailor-made for their businesses. The aim to help Japanese firms feel more comfortable in Thailand in order to support more foreign investment.
Malaysia’s Digital Economy Expected to Expand
The local tech industry will continue to attention from the government, which is intent on further boosting the capabilities of local SMEs and start-ups, strengthening digital content, embracing digitisation, enhancing e-commerce, and adopting 5G tech.
Master of Fintech Programme Equips Students with AI Skills
The ‘Artificial Intelligence and Insights’ unit will teach students to critically evaluate the role of AI in various contexts related to financial services.
Vietnam Sets Up Cybersecurity Emergency Response Centre
The centre will monitor and operate related data systems, databases, and technical systems. Aiming to prevent spam emails and messages.
DICT to Boost Business Registration Process with Central Business Portal
The Central Business Portal is an online platform aimed at providing a faster and more convenient way of applying for business registrations.
Indian Govt Launches E-learning Platforms for IPR
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) recently launched a website and mobile application (Learn to Protect, Secure, and Maximise Your Innovation) for intellectual property rights (IPRs), earlier this week. The digital platforms- L2Pro India e-learning platform and mobile app- aim to educate start-ups on issues related to IP processes. The website […]
Thailand Working to Develop Hi-Tech Future
The aim is to encourage young people, in particular, to start their own businesses in their own local communities using new technologies to improve the quality of their farm produces, cuisine offerings as well as tourism.
