Singapore: Sustainable Smart Materials

Singaporean researchers discover chitin’s potential as a sustainable smart biomaterial. Humidity-responsive chitinous films generate mechanical and electrical energy, with applications in engineering and biomedicine.
Advancing Silicon Battery Technology in Malaysia

Cutting-edge silicon battery technology company joins forces with a prominent investment firm, marking a transformative alliance that paves the way for advanced battery manufacturing, innovation, and economic advancement in Malaysia.
India Partners for Indigenous 5G RAN Solution

India’s Centre for Development of Telematics forms a consortium with industry partners to develop an indigenous Disaggregated 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) Solution, aiming to foster self-reliance and global recognition in the telecom sector.
Adobe Report: Indian Brands Leading Innovation in Customer Experiences

Adobe’s Future of Digital Experiences study reveals that Indian brands will take the lead in innovative customer experiences globally, driven by AI technologies, as consumers spend more time in virtual environments and expect personalised digital interactions.
Indonesia Launches 17 Cyber Incident Response Teams

The nation has launched 17 Cyber Security Incident Response Teams in various central government agencies, aiming to develop independence and readiness in countering cyber threats, contributing to the nation’s overall cybersecurity.
Harnessing AI to Solve Flooding Challenges in the Philippines

The AI Research Centre for Community Development is formally launched in the Bicol Region, focusing on using AI to address the flooding crisis in Nabua, Camarines Sur, and aims to bring innovative solutions to benefit the region and beyond.
Propelling Hong Kong’s Tourism with AI

HKUST Business School and Hong Kong-based information provider, collaborate on the ground-breaking Tourism Index, utilising AI and big data to offer real-time predictive insights, catalysing Hong Kong’s tourism resurgence.
Rapid Rise of Digital Transactions in India

The growth of digital transactions in India has significantly surpassed the volume of cheques, driven by RBI’s initiatives and awareness programs to promote digital payments and achieve a cashless economy.
MIT and IST Austria’s Unlocking Metamaterial Possibilities

MIT and the Institute of Science and Technology Austria have developed an innovative computational technique for designing metamaterials using smaller building blocks, revolutionising the process and unlocking new possibilities in engineering applications.