SMU Launches SkillsFuture Work-Study Degree to Create More Software Engineers
The Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering) SkillsFuture Work-Study Degree aims to nurture undergraduates with a strong foundation in software engineering design and principles and competent programming skills.
New Zealand Drafts Road Map to Grow Digital Technology Sector
The government has released a draft plan that will support the continued growth of the country’s digital technology sector – to transform and fulfil its huge potential.
India Launches E-Bill Processing System
The e-bill processing system will increase transparency, efficiency, and expedite faceless-paperless payment by allowing government suppliers to submit their claims online, which will be traceable on a real-time basis.
CityU Researchers Co-Develop Advanced Robotic VR System
The innovative human-machine interface can teleoperate robots to imitate the user’s actions and perform complicated tasks. The tech could conduct COVID-19 swab tests and nurse patients with infectious diseases.
Better Broadband for Smooth Digital Services Delivery in Dallas
The Dallas-Fort Worth area is working to upgrade broadband infrastructure to ensure residents can access digital services and the government can deliver a more satisfying customer experience.
China Creates Metaverse Industry Committee
The nation unveiled its first metaverse industry group marking an important first step for the country’s pursuit of one of the most promising emerging technologies today.
Vietnam Among Countries with Most Affordable Mobile Internet
The fixed Internet unit price/per capita income of Vietnam is equal to about 41% of the world average. The country had about 71 million mobile broadband subscribers with 89.81% prepaid and 10.19% postpaid.
ASTRI and 5G Industry Leaders Showcase New 5G Integrated Small Cells
A complete O-RAN solution provider and ASTRI collaborated with 5G industry leaders to deliver a live, 5G end-to-end demonstration of integrated small cells.
Indonesian President Instructs Military, Police to Posses Strong Digital Capabilities
As many criminals have shifted their focus to the digital realm to commit their acts, the Indonesian military and police officers must develop digital capabilities, such as expertise in AI technology and digital design, to keep up.
Taiwan to Debut Central Bank Digital Currency by September
Expecting to complete the second phase of trials, Taiwan is moving straight ahead on the introduction of retail Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by September this year.
Victoria Gets Next-Generation Hydrogen Service Station
ARENA announced AUS$22.8 million in funding to a local energy company to develop, build and operate a new service station located in Geelong, Victoria, to support the uptake of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles n heavy fleets.
Detecting Mental Disorders Based on Web Posts with AI
To gain insights into people’s mental states., U.S. researchers developed an AI model that detects mental disorders using conversations on web posts by training the model to label the emotions expressed in users’ posts and map the emotional transitions between different posts.
New Zealand’s Education Technology Poised to Grow
The pandemic is seen as the driving force behind the digital transformation of learning, permanently changing the way education is consumed and delivered