Philippines Department of Education launches ‘Academic Panda’ for schools amid COVID-19
The service takes its cue from a food aggregator application that allows residents to order food and supplies from the comfort and safety of their homes.
From source to sink: how data science helps Singapore manage its water resources
GovTech and national water agency PUB joined forces to create a model that helps Singapore effectively manage its precious water resources.
ASTRI launches Graduate Programme 2020
Successful candidates of the Program will work across a wide range of disciplines in technology research and corporate developments. They will work with world-class professionals in a multi-cultural environment.
PolyU develops advanced camera for Nation’s first Mars mission
To capture ultra-wide-angle images for scientific research, the camera has a wide field of vision with low distortion optics. It was also designed to withstand the extreme temperature variation of the nine-month journey between Earth and Mars.
Singapore’s National Innovation Challenges to accelerate innovation & solutions post COVID-19
S$40 million in funding has been dedicated to National Innovation Challenges to ramp-up the development and adoption of solutions, where each challenge is allocated up to S$2 million.
Joint research team develops bird-like drone
A drone prototype that mimics the aerobatic manoeuvres of one of the world’s fastest birds, the swift, is being developed by an international team of aerospace engineers in the latest example of biologically inspired flight.
GovTech cybersecurity specialists zero in on zero-day vulnerabilities
Find out what zero-day vulnerabilities are and how white-hat hackers at GovTech’s Cyber Security Group are hunting them down to keep government systems safe.
Griffith and tech firm partner to address the UN SDG challenges
The partnership will include joint research projects and development of innovative technology or service delivery of interest and benefit to both Griffith and the firm across a range of subject areas.
Shark-spotting drones to protect NSW beachgoers
The drone devices are now capable of flying thousands of kilometres and can automatically detect the size and species of a shark.
HKUST and Guangzhou Metro partner to nurture intelligent transportation
The program is set to groom all-round talent with special training in the innovation of and professional skills in intelligent transportation – a new spectrum which combines transportation, artificial intelligence and data science.
HK government tech lab rolls out new AaaS solution
The solution helps businesses unify the authentication experience across multiple platforms with simple integration. It is a highly customizable solution that is easily integrated into the application through various SDKs, to manage the app’s user sessions.
No short supply of good ideas
This GovTech team developed a mobile app, SupplyAlly, that enabled hundreds of volunteers to distribute millions of reusable face masks to residents in Singapore over one weekend.
PH government department uses QR code scan for COVID-19 health check
The move is one of several digitalisation methods by the Department of Labour and Employment to prevent the spread of the virus.
India develops AI-based COVID protection system
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) has developed the COVID Protection System (COPS) for the workplace. The system will automate workflow, significantly reducing the need for physical contact and social interaction. According to a press release, the system is a conglomeration of the following technologies: Solar-based intelligent mask automated […]
NITI Aayog’ launches ATL App Development Module for school students
NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission launched its ATL App Development Module for school students nationwide which aims to transform school students from app users to innovative app developers.
How GovTech developed fit for purpose temperature scanners – Part 3
This temperature scanner developed by GovTech’s Smart Nation Platform Solutions (SNPS) team combines hardware and software for the best of both worlds.
Northern Samar, Philippines to get free internet access
Under the Free WiFi for All project, internet services will be provided to 36 public schools and four training centres.
Viettel to improve internet services in Hanoi, Vietnam
Single-band antenna and signal processing stations will be replaced by modern devices that can integrate multi-technology and multi-bandwidth.
The Philippines creates unified website for COVID-19 information
In an attempt to prevent the spread of fake news, the website harmonises data from different sources, giving the public easier access to accurate information.
HKU study calls for more measures to enhance e-learning preparedness
Gathering information about the experiences and needs of primary and secondary schools during the periods of suspension and resumption will help HK improve education opportunities, digital competence and well-being of students.
HK government launches Critical Event Management solution
The CEM platform automates manual processes; amplifying ad hoc data feeds to provide richer intelligence and correlating threats with locations of assets and people. This ensures more rapid and comprehensive incident assessment and remediation.
How GovTech developed fit for purpose temperature scanners – Part 2
As the COVID-19 pandemic worsens around the world, Singapore is shoring up its efforts to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Doctor Covid – chatbot improving care for COVID-19 patients at community care facilities
The mobile app, Doctor Covid, boasts a variety of features in patients’ native languages to help effective communication and to support medical teams in close monitoring of their health and well-being.
Can COVID-19 Virus spread be accurately predicted in cities?
Governments have the task of predicting where will have the highest probability of virus spread in the city and how will they be equipped to do this.
How GovTech developed fit for purpose temperature scanners – Part 1
Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the Sensors and Internet of Things (SIOT) team at GovTech invented a system that automatically measures a person’s temperature.
Joint venture to boost drone tech in Thailand
The new company will develop drone solutions and conduct research for a wide variety of applications including data analytics and digital farming, as well as work together with companies in the agricultural industry.
Thailand looks to use electric tuk-tuks in tourism
EVAT will provide technical knowledge to tuk-tuk drivers participating in the programme on how to switch from an LPG-powered engine to an electrical one as well as the environmental benefits of using electric vehicles.
Smart motorcycle parking solution in Indonesia
With increasing congestion problems due growing density, increase in vehicle owners, limited road surface and in adequate parking, the startup’s smart solution addresses the problem with their compact motorcycle storage.
Philippines government launches free internet initiatives
Along with free Wifi programs, the President signed an Act mandating the government to provide free internet access in public places.
Overseas Filipino Bank uses AI in virtual account opening platform
The state-owned Overseas Filipino Bank (OFBank) has announced that its digital-only facility incorporates an artificial intelligence-based system to facilitate real-time account opening. The new virtual bank account opening platform allows overseas Filipinos, overseas Filipino workers, and their beneficiaries to submit all requirements online securely and conveniently, the OFBank President said during the Laging Handa public […]
