New Framework Rolled Out to Support Singapore’s Green Plan
In achieving the country’s move to green plan and to support Singapore’s green finance market, NEA had rolled out a new green bond framework to sustain the country’s environment.
Machine Learning Helps Fine-tune Climate Models
U.S. researchers utilise machine learning to observe and make climate models for making predictions based on the abundance of historical climate data of Earth’s future climate.
Vietnam’s Sea Observation Satellite to be Launched in Japan
The satellite was developed to demonstrate it can use micro-satellite beam technology to receive automatic identification system signals to track and monitor activities at sea.
Digital Learning Brings New Opportunities to Regional Australian Communities
New models of online education can provide the flexibility to better personalise individual requirements and support learners on a lifelong education trajectory.
The Philippines to Strengthen POS Systems’ Cybersecurity in Retail
Point-of-sale malware is now one of the cybercriminals’ primary sources of stolen payment cards, the Philippines retail sector are advised to strengthen its cybersecurity measure to avoid cyber threats.
China Revises Law to Advance Innovation in Science, Technology
China proposed a draft revision to advance the quality and efficiency of its innovation in science and technology by adding the law of basic research, regional scientific and technological innovation and international scientific and technological cooperation.
Indian Institute Collaborates with Industry Player To Set Up AI Lab
The partnership will provide industry-specific domain training, remote project mentoring, engineering certificate courses, training workshops and hackathons in artificial intelligence.
Fighting Fungal Infections Using Smart Nanotech
The new polymer-based nanobiotechnology could revolutionise current anti-fungal medicines, which has been particularly challenging because so many fungal biofilms are resistant to contemporary antifungal drugs.
Digital Platforms for Mental Health and Wellbeing Support SMEs in New Zealand
The pandemic has led to an increase in mental health issues especially for SMEs in New Zealand. A leading education centre has joined with a digital mental health and wellbeing website to provide help.
Taiwanese University Establishes College of Semiconductor Research
To become a major force in semiconductor research in the nation, a Taiwanese university will establish a College of Semiconductor Research that will focus on raising the country’s international competitiveness.
Indonesia Implements Project to Convert Fuel-Powered Motorbikes to Electric
As part of a national push to make transportation more environmentally friendly, Indonesia launched a project to convert motorcycles into electric vehicles.
U.S. Researchers Develop Magnetic Beads For Better Control of Prosthetic Limbs
The system uses tiny magnetic beads to rapidly measure the position of muscles and relay that information to a bionic prosthesis.
Harnessing Cloud Tech for New Zealand’s Health Sector
A domestic telco and cloud-based computing system company have collaborated to deliver high-performance cloud service for the health sector.
U.S. Department of Energy Awards $45 Million to Advance Solar Manufacturing and Grid Tech
The U.S. Department of Energy has funded projects to develop new tech and capabilities to bolster the resilience of the U.S. electric grid, strengthen grid infrastructure and support American-made products that accelerate clean electricity.
HKUST Scientists Develop Genome-Editing Tech Strategy
An HKUST-led team has developed a novel strategy using brain-wide genome-editing technology that offers immense potential to be translated as a novel long-acting therapeutic treatment for AD patients.
Improving Data Security in the Philippines with Next-Gen Encryption
With data security being a crucial step for businesses to operate, a global software provider in the Philippines is offering a next-gen encryption platform to secure data.
Cyber Youth Singapore Driving Cyber Resilience
Cyber Youth Singapore engaged more than 500 youth in its first Youth Tech Summit together with public and private sector partners.
HKSTP Partners to Launch New Cohort of SPRINTER 2
Their strategic partnership continues in the SPRINTER 2 programme, launching a new cohort that focuses on accelerating innovation among small businesses and mid-cap corporates in Hong Kong’s logistics, buildings and related services.
Philippine Student Develops Essay Grading App Using Artificial Intelligence
A computer science senior from the Technological Institute of the Philippines Manila took first runner-up honours in the education category in a recent competition with his essay grading app.
China Fosters Innovation and Modernisation in Agriculture
To foster innovation and promote agricultural modernisation, China launched an agricultural technology project where participants develop practical, cost-effective and environmentally sustainable technological solutions for working farms.
New Zealand to Accelerate Net-Zero Emissions on Electric Aircraft
The government is pushing airlines to develop decarbonisation solutions to meet the country’s 2050 net-zero and low emissions goals.
Australia, Vietnam to Launch Platform to Boost ICT Cooperation
With over a million people, Vietnam’s IT human resources cover hardware, software and digital content. Investors also benefit from government support policies and a local market of 97 million.
Employee Experience: Reimagining the Future of Workplace and Collaboration Amid COVID-19
Malcolm Koh, Director of CX Practice, Global Customer Engagement for Zendesk, discusses how companies can reimagine the future of workplace and collaboration amid the pandemic.
VR Tech Therapeutic Solution Launched in HK
A tech company operating under the HK Smart Government Innovation Lab is developing a system that deploys VR to create various treatment scenarios for patients with mental health problems elevating the effectiveness of the therapists’ treatment.
Indian Institute Creates Sensor-Based Road Monitoring System
The sensor-based road management system will reduce accident risks on roads with sharp curves and human intervention on traffic counts and management. It will also enable better decision-making.
Tech Initiatives for Net-Zero Carbon in the Philippines
A global leading tech company in the Philippines are setting goals in adopting its World-First sustainable innovations to achieve the country’s net-zero carbon plan by 2030.
Helping Malaysian Companies in Digital Reskilling and Upskilling
MDEC has updated and enhanced its Digital Skills Training Directory which has been expanded to offer 250 courses, covering the following focus areas data science, cybersecurity, animation and game development.
Indonesia to Reform Economy by Transitioning to Renewable Energy
With COVID-19 affecting the economic situations in many countries, including Indonesia, the government is currently looking to transition to new and renewable energy sources.
Digitalising Payroll to Benefit Employee Experience in the Philippines
In improving the Philippines’s payroll sector, one of the banks had introduced a new software product that allows eligible employees to receive a cash advance on their upcoming salary credits.
Singapore NUHS Embarks on Holo-medicine Research Using Mixed Reality Technology
Singaporean researchers are researching and exploring the use of mixed reality technology to support the development of next-generation clinical applications and improve patient safety