COVIDSafe continues to reach more in Australia
COVIDSafe is designed to help all communities in Australia and allows the community to assist health officials to quickly understand and tackle the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
India’s Prime Minister dedicates Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Power Project to the nation
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi said: solar energy will be a medium of energy needs of the 21st century because solar power is sure, pure and secure.
Indian ministry launches AI-based digital platform for skilled workforce
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched a AI-based digital platform, ASEEM, to bridge the demand-supply gap of skilled workforce across sectors.
Australia’s Architecture Taskforce releases beta concepts and canvases
The Whole of Government Architecture Taskforce is creating a Beta Concepts Model which defines and simplifies the architecture of Australian Government platforms, products, and services.
Philippines builds strategic plan for science, technology, and innovation
The plan was discussed during an online meeting with the science and technology community, public, and private sectors.
HK government launches fintech scheme
The FSTB will launch the FAST Scheme for fintech companies and start-ups, and other enterprises with fintech-related businesses to create 1,000 new jobs to employ local people and enrich Hong Kong’s fintech talent pool.
HKU undergraduates can now receive full fintech scholarships
The scholarships help attract elite students who will be supporting the future development of FinTech in Hong Kong and other parts of the world.
HK tech lab rolls out RPA AI data capturing capability
The aim is to push RPA in the public sector and solve the government’s mission challenges by liberating employees from mundane, repetitive tasks, allowing them more time to use their intellect and creativity.
Philippine ICT Department proposes digital transformation budget
Under the budget, for development and implementation, digital cities and provinces were allotted $1.1 million, and cybersecurity was allotted $21 million.
Iligan City, Philippine files bills to accelerate digital development
The bills are expected to boost the BPO and freelancing sectors amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Singapore’s K-Start Up Centre launched
The Singapore KSC is supported by Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and will serve as a launchpad for Korean SMEs and start ups to plug into Singapore’s and the region’s start up and innovation ecosystem.
Online trading in Malaysia expected to grow
Studies suggest that online trading activity in Malaysia will grow in the coming years as people are becoming more financially literate and aware of the global market trends.
Philippine local government units go digital
Local Government Units have been instructed to improve internet infrastructure in their regions, and partner with online payment providers.
Using Tech to Train and Improve Performance of Frontline Officers in Singapore
In Singapore today, officers’ firearm competency can be improved by using a better training system. The Enhanced Live Firing Range System (ELFRAS), a project initiated by the HTX Human Factors and Simulation Centre of Expertise, uses sensors and analytics to improve the shooting accuracy of those taking the test. HTX is Singapore’s Science and Technology […]
Vietnamese Health Ministry promotes online public services
The ministry has completed providing level-4 services on administrative procedures, which have been connected to the Public Health Service Portal.
Telecommunications services help fight COVID-19 in Vietnam
The government will help localities nationwide build telecom infrastructure plans to increase the rate of passive telecom infrastructure sharing to 17-20%.
Malaysia’s 2020 census to be conducted online
: Census 2020, which involves Malaysia’s 32.7 million-strong population, will be implemented in two phases, with the first phase will be conducted online, and the second will be a via face-to-face interview.
CityU scholars develops new data chips
This innovation demonstrates the capacity of micro-combs, which are optical frequency responses based on micro-ring resonators (MRRs), to perform ultra-high optical data transmission.
IT Ministry launches Digital India app challenge
The government aims to give Indian tech entrepreneurs and startups a platform to expand through the challenge.
Philippine Medical Association provides free online consultation
The online initiative is an effort to curb nosocomial transmissions and also provide better access to medical advice during the pandemic.
Philippines starts online course on COVID-19 preventive measures in the workplace
When the course is completed, successful examinees will receive an electronic-generated Certificate of Completion, digitally-signed by TESDA officials.
HKUST launches HK’s first e-verified certification platform
HKUST graduates will now receive cryptographically signed and tamper-proof e-versions of their graduation diploma certificates. In November, the University will also begin providing e-transcripts to graduates.
Government works with tech community to improve TraceTogether Token
To address public concerns as well as to improve future editions of the token, the Government Technology Agency organised a “tear down” event on 19 Jun with four experts and open-source advocates, giving them a first look at the TraceTogether Token.
Meet the 19 New Startups Accepted into SMU Business Innovations Generator’s Second Cohort of 2020
This is BIG’s second cohort this year and its largest since its inception in 2009; the 19 startups span diverse sectors such as e-commerce, cybersecurity, logistics, financial services, healthcare, and sustainability.
Vietnam perseveres in digital transformation strategy: Deputy PM
A digital government would help enhance transparency and reduce corruption and a digital economy will help create new growth models.
Boom predicted ahead for Australian ICT job market
More people were expected to continue working from home in the future, increasing the demand for heightened cybersecurity, cloud services and virtual collaboration software.
Singapore public sector and industry partner to develop technologies to mitigate climate change
Under the MOU, the partners will jointly explore, identify and develop mature carbon capture technologies, coupled with new technologies that utilise cryogens, membranes and hydrogen.
Work begins on new HK data centre
The launch of the second facility in Hong Kong underscores its importance as a major data hub, providing customers with the coverage, capacity, and connectivity requirements to support their digital ambitions.
Philippines launches Digital Cities 2025 initiative
The project will strengthen ICT councils, share best practices, launch awareness campaigns, and facilitate infrastructure initiatives.
HK government kicks off robot tech contest
Organised by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer, the campaign consists of seminars on emerging technologies, workshops, information technology case sharing and online exchanges.