FinTech experts laud Philippine Central Bank’s open finance regime
The benefits of the new banking scheme are many, including data sharing across access points which can ultimately result in better services for customers.
Griffith Uni research: digital solutions may aid athletes’ mental health
The team hopes to develop a hybrid model of care, combining traditional face-to-face approaches and innovative digital tech.
Vietnam Digital Transformation Day 2020 commences
The information and communication technology sector contributes 14.3% to the country’s gross domestic product and is expected to be a major driver for the future.
Indonesia scales up efforts to tackle cybercrime
For government authorities, close collaboration and vigilance are key to helping decrease incidents of cybercrimes in the country.
MDEC partners to expand Malaysian companies to Sri Lanka
The partnership will facilitate Malaysian companies to expand into the SEA market, and trade and investments in the digital sector between Malaysia and Sri Lanka.
The Philippines puts up new IT kiosks to aid farmers
The government has installed a new set of IT kiosks in one of the country’s agricultural epicentres as it strives to boost competitiveness in the sector by integrating innovation with existing farming methods. In a statement, the Agricultural Training Institute in Central Luzon (ATI-CL) said that it has set up a total of five Farmers’ Information […]
HKUST receives HK$20 million to develop I&T research and education
The HK$20 million will be used to propel research and development of technology as well as to reward students with outstanding academic achievements.
Game development contributes significantly to NZ’s growing tech sector
New Zealand tech firms have been incredibly resilient in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic that has severely impacted most sectors.
New Two-Factor Authentication features provide convenience for SingPass users in Singapore
The introduction of SingPass Face Verification and Multi-User SMS 2FA will provide more convenience and accessibility to government digital services securely.
Indonesia urges budding entrepreneurs to be stewards of innovation
The Indonesian government has reiterated its call for aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace innovation as the nation continues to boost its competitiveness in the global market. According to a statement, Antam Novambar, Secretary General of the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries encouraged participants of this year’s National Entrepreneurship Competition to look at technology as a means […]
PIKOM and tech firm to roll out AI-powered digital engagement platform
The agency and the global data technology provider will enable members to virtually connect with their customers and gain new ones.
India unveils new digital payments system
DakPay is a suite of digital financial and assisted banking services provided through a postal network to cater to the financial needs of various sections of society.
Philippine government strengthens immigration through new API
The new data system is expected to be used as an extra layer of security by various government offices.
Cutting-Edge Technology Tackles Brain Tumours
The machine uses gamma rays to deliver a precise dose of radiation to the target in the brain to kill cancer cells and shrink tumours while avoiding damaging healthy brain tissue.
Vietnam launches tourism business management platform
The platform automates several operations in management and business, for example, monitoring the number of guests, revenue, reservations, and room availability in a hotel.
The Philippines’ Trade and Industry Department unveils ‘digital mall’ for MSMEs
he online mall was launched in lieu of physical trade fairs organised every year by the Trade and Industry.
Novel indoor dirt detection system launched in Hong Kong
The solution is an indoor dirt detection video analytics system that can be installed on any automated cleaning robot.
Indonesia’s Trade Ministry sees positive economic impact of digitalisation of MSMEs
The government is now intensifying efforts to upscale small businesses to further stir economic growth
Singapore Government Commits Investment to Research, Innovation and Enterprise
There is growing vibrancy in innovation and enterprise, with more enterprises partnering public research institutions to generate innovative products, services and solutions.
WA launches HIVE remote monitoring initiative
The new $22 million service will remotely monitor patients in selected hospital ward beds using AI; the RPH-based service will start with 50 beds being monitored and run 24/7.
India’s telemedicine platform crosses 1 million teleconsultations
State governments are establishing robust digital health ecosystems that include IT-savvy human and infrastructural resources to boost the adoption of eSanjeevani.
Indonesia urges academe, experts to use tech to improve agri sector
The government believes innovation is an important tool in developing existing methodologies in food estate and water management.
Thai Excise Department to deploy blockchain tech to aid tax collection
Blockchain will help identify price, import duty and tax liability of each imported product. It can help assess revenue collection departments and integrate revenue collection the departments into a single database.
Indonesia calls on manufacturers anew to invest in AI, digitalisation
Indonesia has renewed its call on local manufacturers to invest in digitalisation, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence as it continues to be on the lookout for investments which can ramp up its manufacturing sector. According to his published statement, Taufiek Bawazier, Director General of the Metal, Machineries, Transportation and Electronic Industries at Indonesia’s […]
ASTRI’s tech innovations win at Hong Kong ICT Awards 2020
Two ASTRI teams won awards for their smart living and smart mobility innovations, respectively.
The Philippines adopts online tax clearance system for government bidding
The new system was formulated to streamline tax transactions and in the process, foster an improved investment climate.
Legislator and agri-experts see digital future for the Philippines
Aside from improving existing farming and fishing techniques, experts believe embracing innovation will help promote food security and productivity.
The Philippines doubles 2021 budget for broadband services
The increase in the budget for telecommunications services is in line with goals to boost connectivity, especially in far-flung areas and will drive the economy of the country.
Vietnam prioritises cybersecurity
Improving security in healthcare and education is the top priority as they are the two most targeted sectors for cyberattacks.
Australia and US armies to partner on cyber defence training
The Cyber Training Capabilities Project Arrangement, a bilateral, international agreement, will enable US Cyber Command to incorporate Australian Defence Force feedback into USCYBERCOM’s simulated training domain Persistent Cyber Training Environment.