China Launches Latest Marine Research Satellite
The oceanographic satellite tasks to build an all-weather and round-the-clock dynamic ocean environment monitoring system.
Reimagine, Reinvent, Redefine Citizen Services in the New Normal – Singapore OpenGov Leadership Forum 2021 Part I
Members from the Public Sector and tech experts convened virtually to discuss ways to stay ahead of the digital revolution at the biggest virtual edition of the Singapore OpenGov Leadership Forum 2021.
U.S. Cybersecurity Agency Mitigating Potential Threats to 5G Infrastructure
An agency paper identifies three main potential threat vectors to 5 networks which are policy and standards, supply chain and 5G systems architecture.
HKSTP Reveals HK’s First Automated Robotic Parking System
The agency has introduced the city’s first automated robotic parking system with electric vehicle (EV) charging at Hong Kong Science Park, the city’s largest R&D campus.
China’s Ministry of Commerce Optimises Trade Through Tech Adoption
The ministry recently highlighted its strategy of technological adoption to drive comprehensive reform and to foster development in the service trade sector.
KKU Engineering Students Develop Novel Smart Safety System
The system analyses a request for information in the network system and then displays the results of the network with the CCTV layout chart to show the data through an application.
Taiwan Presents Treasure Hunt Challenge and Digital Museum Platform
The nation is commemorating International Museum Day by launching the “Treasure Hunt Challenge” event and inviting people to create their own digital museums on the Open Museum website.
CityU Develops Advanced Robot Sensors to Facilitate Superior Touch and Feel
By mimicking human skin, new kinds of tactile sensor technologies created at CityU, offer hope to improving the quality of life for people suffering serious injuries and disabilities.
U.S. Defense Agency Delivers Zero Trust Cybersecurity Reference Architecture
To help the U.S. military maintain information superiority on the digital battlefield, the agency has delivered the initial Department of Defense Zero Trust Reference Architecture.
DICT Inspires Education Sector in the Philippines with Tech
The agency will provide free ICT equipment to public school students along with a crash course on cybersecurity to minimise risks and threats online.
Vietnam to provide 5G coverage nationwide by 2022
The Ministry of Information and Communications’ new mission is to lead the national digital transformation process to build a digital Vietnam, including a digital government and economy.
U.S. Navy to Utilise Flank Speed Cloud
Selected navy personnel will get access to the flank speed cloud that provides increased data security in a new cloud environment and improves user experience.
UniSA Dvelops Novel Nanotech to Aid Cystic Fibrosis Treatment
The new technology uses a biomimetic nanostructured material to augment the antibiotic for CF, increasing efficacy A 100,000-fold.
China Makes Historic Landing on Mars
The Zhurong rover successfully landed on Mars, signifying a milestone for China’s increasingly bold space ambitions.
India To Establish Tech, R&D Infrastructure Centres For Public-Private Use
The centres will be housed in the country’s top technology and engineering schools such as the Indian Institutes of Technology; three have been set up at IIT-Kharagpur, IIT-Delhi and BHU Varanasi.
New Zealand Introduces National AI Strategy
The AI strategy will allow New Zealand to provide a coordinated approach to the adoption and use of AI in the country.
Taiwan Holds Cybersecurity Exhibition
Taiwan’s cybersecurity exhibition showcases powerful cybersecurity defences and aims to promote cybersecurity industries with R&D potential.
Indonesia to Create Biggest Local Tech Group in SEA
The group will span online shopping, courier services, ride-hailing, food delivery and other services and will be the biggest private technology firm in the region.
Brain-computer Interfaces Turns Thoughts into Texts
U.S. scientists develop a brain-computer interface (BCI) to restore communication to people who have lost the ability to move or speak.
MDEC Confident Digital Economy Growth Will Continue
MDEC reiterated its commitment to boosting Malaysia’s competitiveness by enhancing digitalisation initiatives and digital skills of the workforce.
The Philippines’ BSP Grants E-Money Licenses
The accreditation allows companies to convert consumers’ cash into electronic money which they can use to transact online.
Enterprise Singapore to Re-Introduce E-Commerce Subsidy Schemes
E-commerce subsidy schemes are made available again to help businesses diversify their revenue channels and defray costs of going online amid COVID-19 Phase 2.
WA Launches Voucher Programmes to Create Tech Jobs
The WA government and an Australian MedTech firm are investing $400,000 into local businesses to boost Medical Technology and Pharmaceutical manufacturing (MTP) through the $16.7 million New Industries Fund.
China Urges Scientific and Technological Innovation
At the 18th meeting of its national leading group, it was agreed that the nation required significant and urgent efforts in scientific and technological innovation.
New Zealand’s Healthcare and Education Sectors Continue Strong Digital Transformation
Greater innovation will see New Zealanders being able to access virtual healthcare services. Meanwhile, a new student management system will include business intelligence reporting.
Taiwan Explores “New Normal” Through Technological Art
The Ministry of Culture announced that four teams have been selected to explore the theme of post-pandemic “New Normal” through technological art.
Tech Boosts Indonesia’s Informal Sector
A new app aims to transform how customers interact with travelling food vendors, locally known as “pedagang keliling”, found in both urban and suburban areas.
U.S. Defense Agency Inviting Proposals for Robotic Radio
In a bid to maintain better communication among its members, the agency is inviting proposals around small, lightweight, low-power robotic devices.
Indian, US Researchers Develop Deep Learning Algorithms For Lensless, Miniature Cameras
Lensless cameras have applications in augmented reality, virtual reality, security, smart wearables, and robotics where cost, form factor, and weight are major constraints.
Digital University in India Launches Online Blockchain Course for Start-ups
The programme, aimed at entrepreneurs and start-ups, delves into the various use cases of Blockchain, analysing real examples of how different industries execute the technology and improve businesses.