Singapore-China: Forging Climate-Friendly Cities
Singapore and China have united to elevate the Tianjin Eco-City through a pioneering collaboration, focusing on green growth, technological innovation, and bilateral cooperation, setting a precedent for sustainable urban development.
Next-Gen Batteries: Paving the Future of Energy Storage
Cutting-edge research leverages a specialised zinc additive to fortify lithium metal strips, showcasing a breakthrough in lithium-ion battery production, while Monash University is making strides in sustainable energy storage solutions.
IIT-Madras’ Cutting-Edge 3D Printing for Facial Reconstruction
IIT-Madras is using 3D printing tech for facial reconstruction in patients affected by black fungus, employing in-house algorithms to transform MRI/CT data into printable CAD formats. This enables the production of custom implants crafted from medical-grade titanium.
Indonesia Building an Integrated Digital Ecosystem
The Presidential Regulation in Indonesia catalyses an accelerated digital transformation, emphasising integrated digital services and the establishment of GovTech, aimed at fostering innovation, efficiency, and a culture of change in public service provision.
Catalysing Financial Inclusion and Economic Growth in the Philippines
PhilSys’s digital IDs drive financial inclusion, evident in mobile wallet verifications, and contribute to Central Luzon’s robust economic growth, showcasing the profound impact of digital initiatives in the Philippines.
Malaysia: Cyber Security and Vigilance in Commerce
Operation Pangea XVI stands as a global defence against illicit online pharmaceutical sales, emphasizing the need for heightened cyber vigilance and awareness to secure safe e-commerce and protect public health.
Vietnam’s Roadmap for Nationwide Digital Transformation
The nation embarks on a comprehensive nationwide digital transformation focusing on empowering citizens and businesses, enhancing state management, and fortifying technological capabilities across sectors by 2025 with a visionary outlook to 2030.
Generative AI Empowering Education in Thailand
Khon Kaen University has organised a workshop on Generative AI, led by experts to integrate practical applications, fostering a dynamic learning environment and positioning the university at the forefront of technological advancements.
China Unveils National Computing Power Network
China accelerates building a national computing power network, unveiling an implementation plan to drive high-quality computing; aiming to fortify cyberspace strength and realise a digital China by 2025.
Nuclear Tech Fortifies Asia-Pacific Food Security
ANSTO’s pioneering CFF project employs nuclear technology to fortify food supply chains in the Asia-Pacific, combatting fraud and enhancing traceability for a more secure regional ecosystem.
India’s Digital Evolution: Fusing Technology and Tradition
Highlighting the importance of initial industry ties for enduring start-ups in Uttar Pradesh, aligned with Ayodhya’s significant technological advancements, blending heritage with digital transformation.
New Zealand: Tech for Sustainable Fisheries Management
The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) has employed digital technology to monitor recreational fishing practices, integrating with volunteer participation and potential AI utilisation, fostering a collaborative and responsible management model for New Zealand’s recreational fisheries.
Taiwan Pioneers AI Innovation Centre
National Tsing Hua University in collaboration has established an AI Innovation Centre in Taiwan, propelling advancements in AI technology, education, and research.; aims to foster talent, explore cutting-edge applications, and promote start-up development.
Tech-Driven Approaches to Fisheries Monitoring, Security and Sustainability
Cutting-edge technology, from DNA sequencing in fisheries monitoring to nuclear-powered food fraud prevention, drives sustainable practices and enhances food security globally.
MIT’s Vibrating Capsule for Weight Control
MIT engineers have developed an ingestible capsule that induces stomach vibrations, activates stretch receptors, and creates a perceived sense of fullness, offering a widely accessible and personalised treatment alternative for obesity care.
