Singapore government agency GovTech wins Gold in the Marketing Excellence Awards 2020
GovTech outperformed many strong private sector brands such to win the Gold for their LifeSG marketing and communications campaign.
Telecommunications Association of Thailand launches cyber threat combat centre
The TCT plans to build a centralised data-sharing platform in August 2021 that will serve as the main channel for members to notify and get updates on cyberthreats as well as exchange related information with the public.
Vietnamese unified corporate governance platform launched
The platform is a unified corporate governance programme that aids enterprises improve their structural governance in finance, business, personnel, and management.
New health app receives funding from Indonesian government
he government anticipates that other startups will consider venturing into digital technology to improve other key areas in the economy
Western Australia clinicians providing better continuity of care virtually
From My Health Record to telehealth and electronic prescriptions, digital delivery is making a real difference in people’s lives and health outcomes in Australia and across the globe.
Agri sector in Indonesia set to captialise with tech in 2021
The Ministry of Agriculture remains keen on attaining its goals by keeping an innovative mindset and continuing to adopt modern technology in its projects next year
Philippine city government adds tax payment feature to online platform
The local government is confident that the new payment scheme will usher in faster, more seamless tax payments starting 2021.
Online revalidation of Philippine pensioners’ personal data available
Authorities add that pensioners residing abroad may also benefit from the new online system.
Malaysian and Russia to develop tech for the ASEAN region
The centre will accelerate advanced tech in Malaysia and transform the country into a hi-tech nation. The Russian-Malaysian collaboration in entrepreneurship and education uses Malaysia as a springboard into the rest of ASEAN.
Vietnam launches national forum on development of digital enterprises
Vietnam is home to a community of more than 58,000 digital businesses, and it is expected to meet the target of 100,000 enterprises by 2025.
Philippine Trade and Industry Department urges adoption of ‘smarter’ tech in manufacturing
Apart from adopting innovation, the agency says implementation of flexible business models and collaboration with government and members of the academe are needed to boost the country’s manufacturing industry.
CityU co-launches GBA big data Joint Lab
The joint lab has a research focus on big data imaging and wireless communications applications, promotes a new generation of IT and aims to advance Guangdong and Hong Kong as an international I&T hub.
Indonesia’s Ministry of Finances says positive digital outlook for 2021
Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance encourages other government agencies to continue to keep an innovative mindset in the coming years to stimulate economic growth.
Indonesia pushes for MSME support to drive digital transformation
The Ministry of Industry’s efforts are aligned with the Indonesian government’s agenda to bank on technology as a key driver of economic growth.
Australia will host 2021 Indo-Pacific Tech Summit
The Australian Government is particularly committed to strengthening understanding of cyber and critical technology issues in the Indo-Pacific region, to ensure they promote and enable a safe, secure and prosperous region.
The Philippines speeds up implementation of digital API system
The adoption of enhanced border control programmes is in line with initiatives to lay down stricter safety protocols and improved transactions under the ‘new normal’
Indian scientists use Raman spectroscopy, AI to detect COVID-19
Raman spectroscopy, a non-destructive chemical analysis technique, probes bond variations and is sensitive to any structural changes, providing a molecular fingerprint of the sample.
Curtin Uni researchers support tracking of Hayabusa2 capsule
Curtin University researchers from the Space Science and Technology Centre will now have the opportunity to analyse some of the collected pristine solar system material in the John de Laeter Centre, located at Curtin’s Perth campus.
Thailand working to upskill vocational students in robotics
The scheme comes at a crucial time when factories are moving from China to Thailand, and the urgent need to fill the gap for robotics-trained workers grows as many of these factories automate with robotics.
ASTRI to showcase cutting-edge tech at InnoCarnival 2020
The solutions include ASTRI’s Cellular Vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology (designed to enable smart mobility applications and enhance road safety), its AR Near Eye Display Technology and the iGem Guard.
State-run group Viettel joins global anti-phishing working group
The membership is a step for the organisation to connect and share network security knowledge and early warnings, to help prevent the threat of cyberattacks on a global scale.
Malaysia begins testing routes for its first autonomous vehicle
Malaysia gets a step closer to realising its autonomous vehicle goals; self-driving vehicles and shared mobility could provide transportation for many people.
Indian government invites proposals to set up electronic chip plants
The country is poised to increase its share in global manufacturing of electronic devices, aiming to have US$400 billion worth of electronics manufacturing by 2025.
The Philippines’ digital growth and resilience spurred on by new grant
The grant is intended to provide inclusive recovery by accelerating the development of digital infrastructure for e-governance, critical event management, the digital economy and telecommunications to future proof the nation.
UniSA develops VR study for aged care residents
The VR experiences have been tailored for 17 residents at the aged care facility interviewing each about their life history with a focus on positive memories and then sourcing content specifically for each person.
Indonesia’s Public Housing Ministry pushes for more mobile apps in government
The Ministry is confident that digital transformation can be made steadily, with room for improvement and accountability by adopting the latest technology in a timely and strategic manner.
New intelligence solutions launched in HK
Gekko Eye is for data intelligence purposes designed for data collection, data processing to data analytics. Meanwhile, Social Power Intelligence is an AI-enabled solution meant for listening, brand page analysis and crisis detection.
Vietnam debuts AI-powered virtual assistant
The technology offers services to assist driving, listening to music, and language translating. It can help with calculations, weather updates, and has an information search command.
Sydney Quantum Academy officially launched
The Academy will keep the region at the forefront of quantum technology by developing future employers, entrepreneurs and the workforce required to sustain the industry’s growth.
Thailand leveraging smart health to be APAC’s new medical hub
The NBTC stated that advancing Thailand’s healthcare infrastructure to become an APAC medical hub within five years will require significant tech development in telehealth, smart medical applications, and robotics.