Philippines local government units expand COVID-19 info awareness with Smart Infocast
Local Government Units can send out news broadcasts and official announcements as the system can deliver messages to a large number of predetermined recipients.
Philippines issues Rapid Pass guidelines for telco sector
The Rapid Pass system employs QR codes and control numbers as checkpoint passes.
India develops electrostatic disinfection technology to fight COVID-19
The machine produces a uniform and fine spray of disinfectant droplets in the size range of 10-20 micrometre to kill microorganisms and viruses.
IT firm to help Malaysians in learning from home
The campaign was brought to life to support communities who lack access to the technology that is vital in continuing our education and work.
Singapore announces winners of 5G Call for Proposal Provisional award
Singapore is expected to have two full-fledged standalone 5G networks covering more than half the island by end-2022, with deployments to begin this year.
India develops robot to assist frontline COVID-19 healthcare workers
The robot will effective for frontline healthcare officials dealing with COVID-19 patients in delivering services while maintaining mandatory physical distancing.
Indian smart city uses mobile kiosk for COVID-19 sample collection
Mounting the kiosk on a three-wheeler vehicle enables it to navigate through narrow lanes and allows the community to collect virus samples itself – doing away with the need for people to go to a hospital to give a sample.
India starts Aadhaar updating facility through common service centres
The service will help citizens in remote parts of the country to get Aadhar services closer to their place of residence.
HKSTP and HKDA launch new design-meets-tech initiative
DXT’s goal is to develop innovative products and services that are suitable for the marketplace while promoting excellence in design for technology industries in Hong Kong.
Thailand allocates THB50 billion to digitalisation rural schools
To upgrade the quality of education, the government needs to start with investing in teachers. It will be worthwhile as the nation is now talking about equipping students with the skills they need to navigate the 21st century and digital era.
