The Philippines Enhances National Strategy for Financial Inclusion
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas will upgrade its National Strategy for Financial Inclusion ensuring it remains a flexible framework for fostering financial inclusion across the country.
Indonesia Government Urges Banks to Strengthen Digital Security
To address cyber security issues in the finance sector, the Financial Services Authority is urging banks to enhance their information technology governance and risk management.
NUS-ISS Unveils New Facility and More Initiatives to Grow Singapore’s Digital Talent
The university is accelerating the national digital transformation journey with initiatives to recruit digital talent and pursuing comprehensive partnerships with enterprises, trade associations and professional bodies.
Indonesia Develops AI-Based Platform for Natural Resource Monitoring
BRIN’s Aeronautics and Space Research Organisation is working on an artificial intelligence tool to help monitor the country’s natural resources and environment.
Central Banks of Indonesia And UAE Central to Boost Cooperation in Payment Systems
A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Central Banks of Indonesia and UAE in order to strengthen payment system cooperation, combat money laundering and prevent the financing of terrorism.
Philippine Finance Sector Embraces More Digitalisation Initiatives
The Department of Finance has recently introduced a series of innovative initiatives aimed at facilitating online trade and making tax exemption filing more convenient.
Singapore’s GoBusiness Portal to Launch One-Stop Dashboard for Businesses
The government website, GoBusiness will be upgraded to create a one-stop shop for organisations and businesses to meet all their government-related demands.
Indonesia Government to Launch Programmes to Enhance the Education Sector
The government will provide many measures to boost teaching quality in schools next year as part of its efforts to reform the education sector.
The Philippines to Showcase World-Class Technologies During Science & Technology Week
Scientific breakthroughs and technological advancements will be highlighted during the Eastern Visayas Regional Science and Technology Week, recognising their contribution to the country’s long-term development.
Indonesia Encourages Development of Digital Ecosystem in Financial Services Sector
The Financial Services Authority is urging the finance sector to promote the development of a digital ecosystem to facilitate the rapid growth of digital commercial and financial activity.
Singapore’s New Plan to Help Precision Engineering Industry Digitalise
The Precision Engineering Industry Digital Plan now empowers over 2,700 businesses and 101,000 employees to boost efficiency and transform through digitalisation.
The Philippines to Transform Urban Areas into Smart Cities
The Department of Science and Technology-Calabarzon has inked an MoU with the city government of Sta. Rosa to develop solutions and integrated interventions that would enable it to transition into a smart city.
New Zealand Looking to Enhances National Cybersecurity
The nation will conduct its national cyber security summit in Wellington early next year to discuss recent ransomware and trojan attacks in both New Zealand and Australia, as well as how to protect citizens and businesses.
New Zealand Hospital Deploys UV-C Technology to Fight COVID-19
Ultraviolet-C radiation has been shown to be effective in eradicating the virus and it is commonly used in the emergency room and the respiratory wards at Dunedin Hospital to prepare for COVID-positive patients.
NEDA Implements Early Strategies for Country’s Economic Recovery
The National Economic and Development Authority will focus on key areas to support economic recovery as well as to lay better foundations for future administrations to help realise the ‘Ambisyon Natin 2040’ goals.
The Philippines to Further National Financial Literacy
The governor of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas stressed the importance of improving the country’s financial literacy, which will benefit not just the people but also the economy.
Cybersecurity Measures and Digital Programmes Implemented for Indonesia’s MSMEs
The Indonesian is encouraging micro, small, and medium enterprises to go digital and promoting cybersecurity projects that will assist them in dealing with digital threats during business operations.
Supply Chain 4.0 Launched in Singapore to Integrate More Technology for Businesses
Supply Chain 4.0 Initiative, which integrates more technology to help smaller businesses deal with big future interruptions in product or service supply, has been allocated $18 million in investment for tech research.
Philippine Science, Technology, and Innovation Project to Further Accelerate National Development
National Academy of Science and Technology’s STI project was recently handed over to the DOST and NEDA to help further accelerate and harness the country’s science and technology development.
Enhanced SETUP 4.0 to Support Local MSMEs and Businesses
The government has once again upgraded its SETUP 4.0 initiative which is aimed at offering new technology and innovations as well as ensuring enterprise resilience and continuity for all businesses.
New Zealand Vaccination Verification App Released for Businesses
Businesses can now use the Covid Pass verification app to check if their customers have been vaccinated. This approach will assist New Zealand in mitigating COVID-19 while also ensuring public safety.
Digital Payments Strengthened Between the Philippines and Singapore
The Cross-Border Payment Agreement between Singapore and the Philippines is expected to provide financial inclusion to MSMEs and strengthen cross-border collaboration in the fintech sector.
New Zealand First’s AI White Paper Urges Investing in Artificial Intelligence Research
The country’s first AI white paper was recently drafted by New Zealand’s Artificial Intelligence Research organisation, which calls for considerable initiatives and investment in AI research.
The Philippines to Expand ICT Services for Rural Areas
The DICT will increase its ICT services, focusing on underserved and unserved areas and will accelerate the deployment of internet connectivity across the country.
Indonesia to Accelerate Digital Technology in Workplace
Every facet of every industry has altered due to the adoption of digital technology. The Minister of Finance has mentioned that digital technology adoption will dominate the future of Indonesian workplaces in a few years.
Singapore Government Looking to Enhance Its Commercial Cloud Services
During GovTech’s virtual conference, it was confirmed that the government will be upgrading its Commercial Cloud service to better manage and secure the use of public cloud services.
More Digital Solutions Launched to Benefit Philippine MSMEs
A Philippine bank has introduced a sales monitoring technology platform to assist MSMEs in tracking sales and cashflows.
The Philippines Promotes Cybersecurity Awareness for Financial Sector
The Bankers Association of the Philippines launched a campaign to boost cybersecurity awareness among the banking community as cybercrime has cost over PHP 1 billion this year and more people turn to digital transactions.
Indonesia Government to Boost Digital Talent for Industry 4.0
The government is looking to develop more local digital talent from the younger generation to play a vital role in supporting the country’s economy and Industry 4.0.
New Zealand University Scientists Develop Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Tech
Lincoln University scientists have recently developed a game-changing greenhouse gas emission reduction technology that will reduce methane emissions produced in the agriculture sector.