Singapore Strengthens Business Continuity
To prepare for new threats, the Monetary Authority of Singapore is working to improve financial institutions’ business continuity in the face of IT outages, pandemic outbreaks, cyber-attacks, and physical threats.
HKSTP Partners to Accelerate I&T Development in HK
The partners will work together to launch a series of programmes under four key pillars – R&D, Technology Simulation, Co-incubation, and Talent and Culture Cultivation – to drive I&T development in HK.
Western Australia to Launch New Food Tech Facility
The state government, Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre, Shire of Murray and Murdoch University combined forces to develop an AU$ 13.6 million Food Tech Facility for food innovation and development.
Satellite Data to Bolster Singapore’s Environmental Research
Nanyang Technological University together with its Land Authority will collaborate to use satellite data to measure sea-level changes and the effect of the atmosphere on the weather and climate of Singapore.
Enabling Financial Technologists in Hong Kong
CUHK Engineering FinTech Applied Research Academy and its industry partner signed an MoU to develop young financial technologists by extending the 10×1000 Tech for Inclusion programme to students.
EXCLUSIVE! Hybrid Multi-cloud: Technology that Meets the Demand for Modern Infrastructure and Applications in Post-pandemic Times
Delegates convene to explore ways to accelerate cloud adoption to offer better services and wider access while lowering costs and maintaining security across organisations and agencies in Thailand.
Community Workshops to Address Digital Inclusion in NSW
The Department of Customer Service hosted online community workshops recently to address the barriers affecting the participation of customers by exploring accessibility, digital literacy, affordability and security.
Researchers Develop First Hybrid Perovskite-Based Energy Device
Scientists at Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University have developed a ‘fabric’ that turns human motion into electricity and might be put into clothing or wearable electronics to power portable devices.
HKU Team Develops Blockchain-Enabled E-Inspection 2.0
e-inStar, an in-house developed mobile application, can monitor the manufacturing and cross-border delivery of student residence modules constructed on the Mainland during the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Supports Global Initiatives to Bridge Digital Divide
The government is enhancing its digital leadership by making a ground-breaking pledge to connect the 2.9 billion people who are currently offline and unconnected around the globe.
AI to Tackle Jetty and Port Corrosion Across Western Australia
A team of researchers have joined forces to develop an AI tool to enhance the maintenance of marine structures impacted by corrosion and will explore better ways to repair ageing marine structures.
Philippine Produces Alternative UPS, Paper-Based Device for SMEs
The Philippines’ DoST is funding the development of an uninterruptible power supply and a paper-based device to assist small and medium-sized businesses in measuring the health content of their beverages.
Cloud and Beyond: A Turning Point in Malaysia’s Digital Transformation
MyDigital – the government’s vision to make Malaysia a high-income, tech-savvy nation – is a Digital Economy Blueprint for the direction, methods, actions and goals for expanding its digital economy.
Singapore Adds Digital Banking Security Measures
The Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Association of Banks in Singapore have released additional security measures in Singapore’s digital banking and will be implemented starting on 31 October 2022.
Vietnam Ministry of Industry and Trade to Authenticate E-Contracts
The digital method will save printing and transfer costs. Authorities can authenticate electronic versions of a contract to validate its origin, cutting time off the verification process and curbing forged documents.
Cutting-Edge Laser Imaging Applied for Archaeological Research
Researchers have developed a non-destructive imaging technique called Laser-Stimulated Fluorescence in which high-power lasers cause artefacts to exhibit fluorescence, revealing unseen and often unknown information.
The Philippines Enhances National Public Key Infrastructure
The use of the National Public Key Infrastructure in the Philippines has improved all government internet applications since its inception, resulting in increased delivery of government services to citizens.
Malaysia Sets Up Southeast Asia’s First Centre to Boost 4IR
The government announced the establishment of the Centre for the C4IR which aims to support Malaysia’s overarching vision under its 4IR Policy launched in 2021, as well as the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint.
AI-enabled Optical Sensing for Raw Milk Testing
Alumni from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have developed an optical sensing method that uses AI to test raw milk, allowing better quality of milk delivered and for the better care of animals.
Effective Use of ICT Promotes Among Indonesian Civil Personnel
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Informatics is confident that the training will enhance public officials’ ability to deploy information and communication technology to regional development.
Majority of Vietnamese Firms Register to Use E-Invoices
Since its launch in April, over 764,314 local companies have opted to use the electronic invoice system. More than 52,770 business households and individuals across the country are also switching to the digital method.
Digital Empowerment Programme Fosters Digital Inclusiveness in Thailand
Thailand’s Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) aspires to improve Thais’ lives through digital technologies and online transactions by launching ETDA Digital Citizen, an Internet awareness course.
Singapore Unveils Digital Trust Centre, AI Verify
In a global economy where connection, data consumption and innovative tech are expanding, trust is necessary to deepen the faith of users in people, technology and processes to create a safe digital environment.
PolyU Develops Advanced Vision Sensors
Researchers at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Yonsei University in Seoul have developed vision sensors that emulate and even surpass the human retina’s ability to adapt to various lighting levels.
India National Health Authority Develops Public Dashboard for Healthcare Data
The dashboard displays information about the Healthcare Professionals Registry, the Health Facility Registry and the number of Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts generated and digital health records linked with ABHA.
Researchers Develop COVID-19 Sensor for Wearables
U.S. researchers have developed a COVID-19 sensor that is both quick and accurate, which may lead to more efficient and effective mass testing and could be used in wearable gadgets.
Vietnam Department of Enterprise Development Launches Information Portal for SMEs
The portal is a research source and reports on various topics from leading agencies, research units, and consulting organisations. It hosts training documents, business guides, and a list of business connections.
The Philippines Seeks Enabling Environment for Satellite Players
Philippines’ Department of Information and Communications Technology and the country’s Space Agency have been working together to provide faster and more secure connectivity for all Filipinos.
Singapore Releases New Programmes to Train, Certify EV mechanics
The Land Transport Authority of Singapore has new training and certification programmes for professionals working in electric vehicle repair and maintenance.
India Issues New Draft Data Governance Framework
The draft framework will address methods and rules to ensure that non-personal and anonymised data from both the government and private entities are safely accessible by the research and innovation ecosystem.