Self-driving Cars with New Smart Solutions in China
The country has developed autonomous vehicles, including self-driving robo-taxis and unmanned delivery vehicles which marked a milestone for the commercialisation of autonomous driving.
Disinfection Robots Deployed in Singapore’s Healthcare Facilities
Singapore is the world’s second most automated country in terms of robotic development and the recent deployment of disinfection robots to health care to help mitigate COVID-19 is another feather in its cap.
Tech Trends in Future Cities
A report revealed six key themes that will likely shape the future of cities which are smart city concepts, sustainable technology, city infrastructure, artificial neural networks, remote working and studying and a clearer picture of city innovation.
Person-to-Merchant QR System Rolled Out in the Philippines
Digital payments have accelerated as more people own smartphones and have access to the internet; QR based payment systems based support the central bank’s efforts to boost electronic payments in the country.
Blockchain Academy Offers Courses in Blockchain Fundamentals in India
Kerala Blockchain Academy, under the state-run Digital University Kerala, is offering two free fundamental programs in blockchain technology. The courses are online, free of cost and one month long.
China’s Cybersecurity Strategy for an Increasingly VUCA Digital Landscape
To promote cybersecurity in an increasingly risky digital landscape, China will increase spending on cybersecurity, heighten people’s awareness and update cybersecurity law.
Powering Vaccinations with Tech to Spur Philippine Economy
Tech empowered vaccination programmes will play a vital role in preparing people to join the workforce which will accelerate the country’s economic growth despite these challenges.
AI Learns Cause and Effect of Navigations Tasks
MIT researchers have demonstrated that a special class of AI is able to learn the true cause-and-effect structure of a navigation task during training and can perform well in novel scenarios it has never experienced.
Quang Ninh, Vietnam Uses ICT to Fight COVID-19
Quang Ninh leads in the application of technology to fight COVID-19 in the country with plans to implement AI-based solutions, QR code scanning and camera systems to improve security and reduce transmission.
Taiwanese Engineers Invent Power Bank Energised by Water
Taiwanese engineers invented a gadget that is bendable, can be repeatedly used, immediately generates power, is environmentally friendly, highly efficient and capable of continued output.
Singapore Launches New Operational Technology Cybersecurity Initiative to Seek Fresh Cyber Talent
A new initiative designed to provide a foundation upon which Singapore can attract and develop talent for the emerging OT cyber security sector in the country.
New Automation and Robotics Test Facility Coming to WA
A new 51-hectare automation and robotics testing facility called the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct is being built in Neerabup to prepare Western Australia for future industries.
Developing a Roadmap for Cyber Defence in the Philippines
As cybercrime becomes a more prominent issue in the country, both the Philippines public and private sectors, play an important role in assisting the country in mitigating cyber threats and keeping the public safe from cybercriminals.
Vietnam Aims to Develop Rural Tourism Through Digital Transformation
Vietnam is taking measures to develop rural tourism through digital transformation, as the effective development of rural tourism will contribute to turning tourism into a spearhead economic sector and promote sustainable new-style rural area building. According to a news report, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism […]
U.S. Cybersecurity Agency Releases Guidance for Remote Users
The released guidelines cover secure remote user access with four new security capabilities: user awareness and training, domain name monitoring, application container and remote desktop access.
Queensland Deploys MEDA Platform for Roads
Queensland’s TMR has introduced a MEDA platform that comprises a collection of modern, flexible and scalable tools and practices that allow the department to build solutions that meet its needs using standard patterns.
New Zealand Releases Ideas for Policy on Emissions Reduction Plan
To address the country’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the government will lay the groundwork for the first Emissions Reduction Plan, which will be released next year. This plan is expected to propose cheaper public transportation, a cap on building emissions, and tax breaks for clean cars and others.
Vietnam to Pilot Mobile Money Services for Two Years
Mobile Money is expected to make a drastic change in the payment of essential services, especially in remote areas, where people do not have bank accounts or access to modern payment services.
China’s Approach to Cyberspace Governance
To promote governance in cyberspace, China utilised digital technology to provide better public service and worked with the international community to enhance digital government efficiency.
4IR Catalyst Grant Launched for Malaysian Tech Companies
The 4ICG grant will help tech companies to scale up and increase productivity and product quality. Successful local applicants will be awarded up to 50% of the total project cost, subject to a ceiling limit of RM2 million.
Taiwan’s Revolutionary Technology for Agriculture and Livestock Industry
Taiwanese government-supported research teams that utilised different smart technologies to solve the main problems in pig farms by reducing waste and odour and maintaining pig production efficiency.
Singapore Launches ASEAN Centre to Strengthen Regional Cyber Security Landscape
The country has been working on a new entry point for ASEAN member states to collaborate on research, knowledge sharing and training to respond to cyber threats.
The Role of AI in Human Lives
A new report identified progress in AI, from speech and language processing to AI that can predict how proteins fold; the report also pointed out risks, including incompetent machines of inferior intelligence.
Regional Biotech R&D Centre Launches in HKSTP
The new R&D centre is aimed at transferring the biotech firm’s state-of-the-art technologies, products and services in cell and gene therapy to Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and APAC region.
Philippine Government to Make R&D Inclusive to Drive Growth
R&D in the Philippines is aimed at increasing productivity in many sectors of the economy, most notably agriculture, and the government is expanding access to R&D facilities across the country to drive a post-COVID rebound.
China Speeds Up 5G Development
To quicken the rollout of 5G wireless technology, China step us the development of 5G and extend the applications in a wide range of sectors.
MDEC and MDA to Catalyse Digital Economy Ecosystem
MDEC and MDA will partner to provide digital insights, webinars and training for MDA members and non-members. The series will kick off with MDA @ School programme and is set to offer relevant training programmes to Malaysian talents.
New Zealand Launches Cyber Security Academy to Increase Diversity in Cyber Security Workforce
To bolster the country’s cyber security sector, a telecom and ICT company established its first cybersecurity academy which will help students gain key skills that will allow them to enter the workforce in this field.
Taipei Combines Fashion with 5G Technology
Taipei used 5G network services in the fashion shows and art performances to create an immersive exhibition venue and overall to provide a new integrated experience link for live broadcasts.
3D Cell Printing Tech Earns ANSTO Eureka Prize for Technology
Researchers and industry partners from UNSW Australia, the ACN, Children’s Cancer Institute and an Australian biotech firm received the 2021 ANSTO Eureka Prize for Innovative Use of Technology for their method to rapidly-produce 3D cell structures.