PolyU Launches Upgraded School of Fashion and Textiles
PolyU announced the upgrade of the Institute of Textiles and Clothing and the establishment of the School of Fashion and Textiles aimed at integrating fashion and textile education, and innovative technology research.
India Issues Guidelines for IFSCA Fintech Scheme
The scheme aims to promote the establishment of a world-class fintech hub in India by providing financial support in the form of specific grants including the fintech start-up, sandbox grant and green fintech grants.
Using Machine Learning to Identify Undiagnosed Tumours
Researchers from the United States developed a unique model that maps developmental pathways to tumour cells, which may disclose the identity of malignancies with unknown origins; and improved the picture generator using artificial intelligence.
University of Queensland’s Hyper-Accurate Cancer Treatment Tech
UQ has launched the Advanced Manufacture of Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals hub to serve as a one-stop-shop for experts and industry to come together and streamline emerging radiopharmaceutical technologies.
Plant-Disease-Detecting Robot in the Philippines
The Advanced Science and Technology Institute (ASTI) is developing AI-enabled robots that can identify plant illnesses, while the Financial Capital of the Philippines will install solar panels in all its public schools.
Thailand Strengthens Crypto Regulations and Cyber Resilience
Thailand’s SEC set new advertising guidelines for cryptocurrency companies; mobile phone users are predicted to rise; an online debt solution expo will be held; gamers are warned about online scammers.
Singapore Develops Elderly Fall-Prevention, Physiotherapy Robot
Researchers in Singapore have created an assistive robot that uses built-in sensors to detect a user’s loss of balance and then catches them with a safety belt that is fastened around their hips.
HK Police Force and HKSTP Partner on Drive Digital Policing
The Force and HKSTP will explore innovative technology and nurture I&T talent to enhance policing services to the public, propel the development of the I&T ecosystem in HK and strengthen its status as an international I&T hub.
Dashboard to Facilitate Technology Exchange Between Indian States
Each state will appoint a nodal officer to coordinate and cooperate with the centre’s Special Committee to develop and exchange the best practices. The government will also create an app for the dashboard in the near future.
Government Commemorates U.S. Digital Corps Achievements
The U.S. General Services Administration recognised the success and contributions of the U.S. Digital Corps while the nation’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency welcomes input on new cyber incident reporting requirements.
Adelaide BioMed City Gets AU$450-Million Investment Injection
Trinity City will be the bridge between the world’s most forward-thinking and innovative health and life sciences companies connecting to the world-class AU$3.8 billion Adelaide BioMed City, in the heart of the Adelaide CBD.
Vietnam Accelerates Smart City Building
Ho Chi Minh City and the government-owned Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group have signed a deal to closely cooperate to build digital infrastructure and platforms, ensure cybersecurity, and ramp up information technology manpower for the city.
Automatic Morse Lamps for Indonesian Naval Force
Indonesia through the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) made an automatic morse/signal lamp for Naval Forces; produced an energy-efficient automobile; and include big data technology for the nation’s academic research.
Smart City Development in the Philippines
Exploring growth potential, the Bases Conversion and Economic Authority and Enterprise Singapore have partnered on a smart city effort in New Clark City, the Philippines’ newest development frontier.
The Role of AI in Saving Singapore’s Wildlife
Tracking and protecting animals in their natural habitats is one of the many applications of artificial intelligence in Singapore with the potential to both save endangered species and provide protection for them.
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam Digital Economy to Make Up 25% Of City’s GRDP By 2025
Enterprises, especially those operating in information, communication, and science and technology will be encouraged to actively invest and join the digital transformation process and provide essential digital services.
Indonesia Builds Pharmacy, Medical Devices Dictionary to Standardise Data
The Indonesian Ministry of Health introduces a Pharmacy and Medical Devices Dictionary, allowing for more accurate analysis of pharmaceutical data and medical devices in the country; instituted a national initiative to develop appropriate community treatment.
Hai Phong, Vietnam Debuts City Tour Digital Map, Tourism Platform
Using the digital map, tourists can search routes to restaurants, check-in locations, and hotels and also shows visitors’ ratings. The tourism platform allows users to book services, look up reputable accommodation facilities, and read reviews and recommendations.
Progress on India’s Consumer Complaint Portal
The e-Daakhil porta is an inexpensive, speedy, and hassle-free mechanism for filing consumer complaints. Over the last two years, it has received a total of 23,640 complaints and is functional in 33 states and union territories.
Singapore Employs AI for Biomarkers for Mental Disorders
Scientists at Nanyang Technological University Singapore will use AI to diagnose mental problems; they believe AI will be able to anticipate if a patient’s mental disability will worsen and aid to offer personalised therapies.
Malaysia Secures US$2 Billion in Tech, R&D Investment from Japan
Malaysia’s Trade and Investment Mission to Japan successfully secured investments worth RM9.30 billion in strategic and high-potential sectors including E&E, R&D, biomass, information technology and communication, chemical industry and food.
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras Develops Website to Support Applicants
AskIITM is one of several initiatives developed by IIT-Madras focusing on offering online guidance and tools for students looking to apply to IIT-Madras. They can look at the existing questions on the site or ask their own questions.
HKUMed and CU Medicine Develop New MedTech
A team of researchers from HKUMed, CU Medicine as well as local and international partners has developed a new technology to unveil the optical texture and trajectories of the axonal fibre bundles on the retina.
Smart Grid, Termite-Inspired Materials Developed in the U.S.
Researchers in the U.S. have devised a framework for designing new materials that match the fundamental rules concealed in nature’s growth patterns; they are aiming to alter energy systems by establishing a “smart grid.”
ASTRI and CUHK Tech Transfer MoU
ASTRI and CUHK signed an MoU for the first time under which the two will collaborate to shorten the research time taken by joint projects and optimise resources to increase the effectiveness of R&D commercialisation.
Singapore Backs G20 Digital Entrepreneurs’ Database
Singapore, represented by Minister for Communications and Information Josephine Teo, inaugurated the G20 Digital Economy Ministers’ Meeting and the launch of the Digital Innovation Network, highlighting the country’s digital endeavours.
Vietnam Uses QR Codes for Product Authentication
An agency under the Ministry of Industry and Trade is deploying technology to support and encourage people and businesses to use digital solutions to prevent counterfeit goods in e-commerce transactions.
HKPC Launches FoodTech Lab
The Future FoodTech Lab is Hong Kong’s first-ever FoodTech prototype display platform which will showcase world-leading novel food processing technologies to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the industry.
Indonesia Transitions PeduliLindungi into Citizen Health App
Indonesia’s PeduliLindungi mobile app has been introduced as Citizen Health App. Five Indonesian startups won the G20 Digital Innovation Network Awards; a 5G Signal with international standards was used during a global meeting.
Telangana, India Seeks AI-Based Solutions to Identify, Classify Potholes
The Telangana AI Mission has launched a mobility grand challenge for start-ups. Using artificial intelligence algorithms, teams will need to analyse video feeds from specific routes in Hyderabad for potholes.
