Indian IT Ministry holds consultations on using AI for welfare schemes
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology may use AI on a trial basis for certain welfare programmes that it oversees.
HKUST researchers develop world’s strongest polymer nanomembrane
Over 25 times stronger than stainless steel with the same mass, the ultrathin polymer nanofilm has potential for multiple biomedical and environmental applications as well as many cutting-edge technologies.
Construction sector in Indonesia gets a digital upgrade
The BIM technology is a 3-D model-based process that employs data insights and tools for efficient construction and design of infrastructure projects and has been applied in a variety of construction settings.
Philippines’ Central Bank ramps up investments through its digital scheme
Government officials will collaborate to fix a higher ceiling for investments under the new online programme, allowing The Philippine Central Bank access to more funds.
Vietnam’s 5G service fees to be the same as 4G
5G services will be deployed in larger cities and in industrial zones and areas where there is a demand for smart factories.
Scholars in the Philippines to receive allowance through e-wallet
If successful, authorities say they are open to future tie-ups with other e-payment platforms to streamline disbursements to students.
Thailand spacecraft to orbit the moon in 7 years
If successful, Thailand would be only the fifth nation in Asia to build a spacecraft and send it to orbit the moon.
Indonesian government inks deal to digitalise data system in sports
Authorities hope the modernisation of its sports database will signal the start of overall improvement in the sector through the introduction of more innovative technologies
NSW’s new information and privacy committee for better governance
The committee will provide the government with information, advice, assistance and training to deliver world-leading information and privacy management practices.
