Griffith Uni Scientist Develops Smart Planter
A university PhD student developed a project using artificial intelligence and simulation models to incorporate green infrastructure into buildings and the urban environment.
Digital Literacy Training for PWDs in the Philippines
The Department of Information and Communications Technology recently trained persons with disabilities on digital literacy; the eServices platform of the Department of Social Welfare and Development is now available.
Singapore to Boost Maritime Decarbonisation, Digitalisation
SIT has partnered with a marine advisory organisation to promote maritime decarbonisation and digitisation; it will focus on information exchange and research projects to boost Singapore’s maritime ecosystem efforts.
Wellington, New Zealand Launches Maori Language App
The mobile application, launched by the Wellington City Council, is a free, easy-to-use, interactive app to help locals and visitors to the city get started on their learning journey with phrases created specifically for the city.
PolyU Co-Launches New Lab
PolyU and a partner company are launching a new Joint Lab that will focus on joint research projects including AI-driven computational imaging and its chipisation, computer vision, immersive multimedia and AR/VR technology.
Indonesia to Boost Digital Space Protection
Indonesia will expand its collaboration in protecting digital space acknowledging that the advancement of digital technology is inextricably linked to the task of making the digital space ecosystem safer and more productive.
Vietnam Ranks 63rd in Global Index of Digital Entrepreneurship Systems
Vietnam has ranked 63rd out of 113 global economies in a global ranking of digital environments and support systems for entrepreneurs. Indonesia ranked 71st, India ranked 75th, and the Philippines ranked 79th.
Singapore to Launch the First 6G R&D Lab in Southeast Asia
The country hopes to become a worldwide hub for 6G R&D with the Infocomm Media Development Authority teaming up with the Singapore University of Technology and Design to open Southeast Asia’s first 6G R&D facility.
Indian Railways Boosts Digital Payments, Online Services
The government is encouraging passengers to purchase food through digital methods via catering units at railway stations. It has also launched E-Catering Services, which allows passengers to pre-order meals when booking their e-ticket.
Floating Digital Centre in the Philippines
Philippines’ DICT launched its first-ever floating digital centre to address the digital divide and educational needs of unserved/underserved areas; restored the high-frequency radio wrecked by Typhoon Odette.
Exclusive! Boosting Government Performance and Citizen Trust
Upgrading data infrastructure and delivering value to citizens by deploying cutting-edge tech solutions.
Singapore: InSAR Shows Coastal Towns’ Vulnerability to Sea-Level Rise
Land sinking is associated with the extraction of subterranean resources and fast urbanisation, according to InSAR, a method for mapping ground deformation that uses radar images of the Earth’s surface taken from orbiting satellites.
HKU Researchers Develop Post Lithium-ion Battery Tech
Researchers at HKU’s Department of Mechanical Engineering have developed a rechargeable aqueous battery with a magnesium metal anode which opens a new direction for the development of post-lithium-ion batteries.
Da Nang, Vietnam Gets Ambulance Monitoring Utility on Smart City App
The utility, which has been integrated into the Danang Smart City app, allows the municipal Emergency Centre, the Health Department and residents to monitor the operation of ambulances.
Promoting Digital Cities and Transformation in the Philippines
The Philippines is keen to promote collaboration focused on government, public, and private sector projects to establish an enabling ICT environment; it has introduced the Digital Cities 2025 Programme and Digital Governance Awards.
RMIT Scientists Working to Supercharge Next-Gen Lithium Batteries
RMIT University researchers, in collaboration with CSIRO, used supercomputers to develop an ultra-fast way to screen hundreds of potential molecules that could make suitable electrolytes for lithium-metal batteries.
Singapore Releases Financial Services Transformation Map 2025
The updated Financial Services Industry Transformation Map 2025 outlines the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s growth strategies to further solidify the country’s position as a major regional financial hub in Asia.
Vietnam to Raise Online Public Services Use to 50% by 2023
Over the last eight months, over 4.78 million documents were processed online, three times higher than the same period last year while more than 129.6 million documents were synchronised, doubling the figure made in the same period in 2021.
Government and Academia Collaborate to Develop Pollution Control Strategies
HKUST’s Institute for the Environment and the HKSAR Environmental Protection Department will collaborate on a large scale to study to develop science-based regional ozone and photochemical smog control strategies.
California Passes Bill Protecting Children’s Online Data and Privacy
The California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act or Assembly Bill 2273 was recently passed into law. The act imposes regulations on companies offering online services, goods, or features that kids are likely to access.
Solar Tech to Reduce Costs for Maori Households
About 150 Maori households will benefit from clean, affordable, and locally generated power as the government is supporting 16 small-scale solar projects through a NZ$3 million fund.
HKSTP Partners for Biotech Innovation and Digital Health
Under the partnership, the firm will launch its first co-incubation programme in HK aimed at accelerating the growth of biomedical tech start-ups engaged in digital health solutions and the overall development of digital health.
Indonesia Approves Personal Data Regulations
The Personal Data Protection Act was recently adopted by the Indonesian House of Representatives and is scheduled to enter into force upon promulgation, making the country the fifth in ASEAN to have personal data legislation.
Singapore: AI in the Age of Plenitude
Tembusu Conversations is a dialogue series that familiarise students with challenges related to tech through interaction with professionals from different sectors; NUS is the recipient of a prestigious international award.
HKU and ASTRI Partner to Expand HK R&D Talent Pool
Under the MoU, the two will determine their respective IP rights and ownership of R&D results to facilitate the commercialisation of joint R&D or implementation projects under the jurisdiction of both parties or affiliated HKU institutions.
New Zealand, Australia Collaborate on Satellite Positioning Services
The Southern Positioning Augmentation Network is expected to aid civil aviation, vehicle guidance, precision agriculture, the navigation of drones and other unmanned vehicles, and the tracking of maritime shipments, among others.
Wearable Tumour Device in the U.S.
U.S. Researchers have developed a new wearable gadget for identifying tumours beneath the skin that might greatly accelerate and reduce the screening cost of cancer therapies; can also transmit data to a smartphone app.
Free Online Library in the Philippines
The government aims to establish a free online library for elementary and secondary learners to augment the existing online library services; it also encourages the students to maximise the benefits of digital technology.
Thailand-U.S. Partnership on Smart Cities
Thailand is pursuing smart city development with the help of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency; the nation aims to create a centre for trade, investment, regional transportation, and a strategic gateway to Asia.
Singapore-India to Collaborate on FinTech
The Monetary Authority of Singapore and the International Financial Services Centres Authority will pursue cross-border FinTech innovations, while the Singapore Tourism Board announced that Travel Agent licenses will be issued electronically.
