The Philippines Goes Live on ASEAN Single Window Platform
TRADENET will be connected and integrated to the National Single Windows of the other ASEAN members to expedite cargo clearance and promote regional integration.
Singapore Government Invested in AI to Advance the Smart Nation Journey
The rise of applicable, deployable AI represents a golden opportunity for Singapore to open new frontiers of growth and transcend its geographical limits. The Singapore government aims to develop and implement its National AI Strategy continually, in order to respond to the rapidly changing technology landscape and to seize new opportunities that AI presents.
HK Govt Looking at Data Protection Reforms
The amendments include possibly introducing a mandatory data breach notification mechanism and requiring data users to specify a retention period for personal data collected.
Vietnam’s Digital Ambitions and ICT Strategy
Under the development strategy, ICT is expected to become a key economic sector that has a high turnover, large production value, lead in exports, and contributes to the country’s GDP.
HK’s Govt Smart Lab Firm Launches Ai-Knowie
The technologies employed in the solution include AI, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Robotic Process Automation, and Optical Character Recognition (OCR).
India’s Data and Analytics Platform to Democratise Publicly Available Government Data
An inter-ministerial committee will oversee the development of the platform. A group of experts have been inducted into an advisory group to provide technical guidance.
Brainwave Technology to Advance Crime Investigation
Forensic Brainwave Analysis technology detects brainwaves that indicate whether or not a person has specific knowledge contained in their brain.
PUB Singapore to Bolster Rain Forecasting and Flood Management
X-band radars are also used for localised weather monitoring, air traffic control and maritime vessel navigation, and three of them are being used at the moment.
Malaysia Aims to Attract China’s Investors Via Special Invest Channel
The healthy relationship between China and Malaysia allows for the transfer of knowledge, skills and innovation thus increasing awareness among the Chinese investors.
Auckland, New Zealand Explores Full Implementation of Electric Bus Fleet
The Memorandum of Understanding includes a feasibility study will be carried out to assess the impact and identify opportunities for innovative energy technologies to be used.
Utilising Bio-Nanotechnology to Develop Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
The tiny capsules are able to effectively target the liver and pancreas thereby reducing the inflammatory effects of Type 2 diabetes.
NZ Upgrades IT Equipment to Boost Internet Access in Schools
Since schools are becoming more reliant on the internet, there is a need to ensure that all schools have access to high-speed internet that is reliable, resilient, safe and secure.
Local Telecoms Partner to Expand Fibre Broadband Connectivity in Malaysia
One telecom will be leveraging the others’ infrastructure to bring high-speed broadband (HSBB) to more Malaysians, helping the government to improve its tech landscape and a 5G ecosystem for the nation.
Record Number of Fintech Firms Set up in HK
In 2020, special focus will be put on attracting innovation and technology companies in line with the Government’s policy objectives.
Thai SEC Grants New Digital Exchange Licence
The digital asset exchange license falls among one of several initiatives the country implemented to create a regulatory framework. They claim it will provide a legitimate and safe environment for investors.
System That Predicts Powerline Faults To Be Rolled-Out
A multi-award winning system, which was designed by Australia’s RMIT University, predicts powerline faults before they can cause blackouts or bushfires is being scaled up for commercial release. According to a recent press release, the predictive Early Fault Detection (EFD) system designed is being hailed as a game-changer for electricity network management. Melbourne-based IND Technology […]
Thailand to Get World’s Largest Hydro-Floating Solar Project
The project is consistent with the government’s policy to support electricity production from renewable energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels for electricity generation.
India to Host Smart City Conference
Since the first smart city conference, there has been a growth of 224% in the number of projects tendered and 300% in the projects grounded.
International Chamber of Commerce and Singapore Support Digitalisation of Global Trade and Commerce
The Singapore Government and major firms from key industries have signed a cooperation agreement to facilitate and accelerate adoption of digital technologies in trade and commerce.
Renewal of ICT Reskilling Programme for PMETs
This programme is a partnership between Workforce Singapore (WSG), software firm Salesforce and trade association SGTech.
Digital Platform to Boost Wine Business
VitiVisor will collect the information directly from the vineyard via cameras and sensors and analyse the large amounts of data produced to assess vineyard performance.
New Mask With Air Filtration Tech to Address Air Pollution
The mask represents a significant step towards creating a highly effective, wearable air filtration technology.
Electric Vehicle Registrations in Thailand Soar
The increase in EV registration will see the rise in the number of charging stations. 2020 may see full model commercial charging stations, with the private sector playing an increasingly important role.
Malaysian Telecom Partners Korean Blockchain Company
The two parties will collaborate on tech and business development for BSA solutions based on G-CCS 1.0 for Malaysia, ASEAN and other potential markets on the web, mobile, IoT, 5G and any other medium authentication and certification services.
NTU and HP Open Lab for Boosting Manufacturing Industry with Digital Technology
The joint effort included the creation of SkillsFuture courses for getting employees of manufacturing companies to be digitally ready.
Zambales, Philippines to Get Connected Via the Free Wi-Fi for All Program
The Memorandum of Agreement signed by DICT and Zambales government will include projects on ICT connectivity, ICT governance, and ICT training programs, among others.
FDI Growth in Malaysia Will be Driven by Digital Economy
This commitment by the Malaysian government represents good opportunities for foreign companies that have embraced or are looking to implement Industry 4.0 technologies into their business operations.
Family Tech Agreement to Keep Australian Children Safe Online
The Family Tech Agreement is designed to make it easier for parents and carers to set boundaries around the use of digital devices like tablets, smart TVs and gaming consoles.
Vietnam Makes its First 5G Video Call
As countries across the globe are using 5G services to strengthen their science-technology position on the global market and develop their economies, Vietnam, too, is deploying SG in a big way.
Singapore Launches New AI Initiatives at World Economic Forum
In the global discourse on AI ethics and governance issue, Singapore believes that its balanced approach can facilitate innovation, safeguard consumer interests, and serve as a common global reference point.