A bank’s journey to secure operations in a growing virtual desktop infrastructure and virtual server environment
The first commercial bank incorporated
using joint capital from both sides of the Straits, Fubon Bank serves the whole
country from its base in Shanghai. While technology to serve its IT
structure was in place, finding a solution to secure its growing VDI and
virtual server environment was not easy.
EXCLUSIVE – Expert shares insights on the changing cybersecurity landscape in Asia Pacific region
Interconnection has never been so easy and convenient as it is now and is
only posed to get easier. New technology, digital systems and adoption of IoT
has had a huge impact in lives, relationships, work and business across the
globe. While this has opened up new horizons and avenues for growth and
development, it also creates serious cybersecurity threats and risks for businesses and individuals.
OpenGov speaks to Dr Claus Habfast, Municipal Councillor and Vice President, Greater Grenoble City Area
Dr Habfast talks about initiatives to reduce the city’s carbon footprint, the need to protect citizen data and dealing with the social impacts of the technological revolution.
Global tyre company enhances cybersecurity to protect business-critical communications and data
This case study looks
into the efforts taken by Hankook Tire, one of the world’s largest tyre
companies, to serve its increasingly complex business cybersecurity requirements.
Hankook Tire selected Kaspersky Lab as it was capable of providing the products, services and infrastructure
necessary to protect business-critical communications and data through their cybersecurity
solutions.
EXCLUSIVE – How Indonesia uses technology to protect its waters and fishing industry
Secretary General of the Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries Mr Hardijanto shared with OpenGov the country’s journey and the role of digital technology in the Ministry’s work.
AI Singapore signs MoU to promote training and R&D in AI and analytics
“Our mission is to connect Singapore-based research institutions and AI startups and companies. These collaborations will grow the knowledge and capabilities, powering Singapore’s AI efforts forward.”
Global cybersecurity firm opens first Transparency Center to better protect customer data
Kaspersky Lab moved its core infrastructure to Switzerland and opened its first Transparency
Center. By the end of 2019, data from customers in Singapore will be stored and
processed in Zurich.
Singapore’s SUTD Academy offers SkillsFuture-approved course on cybersecurity
ModularMasters programme allows adult learners to take up bite-sized skills-based modular courses that carry credits and earn an MM certificate. The MM in Cybersecurity will be the first MM programme launched by SUTD Academy.
Australia releases Digital Sourcing Framework and Digital Sourcing Contract Template
The Digital Sourcing Framework is at the centre of a series of reforms to make ICT procurement a simpler and faster process for everyone involved.
Singapore’s ICA launches secure web portal for citizen-centric e-services
Citizens can now access their personal information and ICA’s range of e-Services on MyICA, a single and secure digital platform.
DSTA forges partnerships to boost data analytics, digital technologies and defence research
As the statutory board set up under the MINDEF, DSTA implements defence technology plans, acquires defence material and develops defence infrastructure for MINDEF.
Australian Government approves auction process for 5G spectrum
The auction of 125 MHz of spectrum in the 3.6 GHz band will pave the way for new 5G services in metropolitan and regional Australia.
Singapore sets up a S$18-million research centre for next generation ports
The centre aims to improve the planning and operations of Singapore’s Next-Generation Port at Tuas and the eco-system around the port.
DPM highlights new opportunities and partnerships at inaugural Singapore Defence Technology Summit
“Technologies which help us to address gaps in our security and defence capabilities can themselves create new vulnerabilities,” said DPM Teo.
EXCLUSIVE – OpenGov Canberra Recognition of Excellence Awards 2018
OpenGov recognised 7 government agencies in Canberra, Australia, for using technology to improve citizen engagement and public service delivery.
EXCLUSIVE – Enabling digital transformation in Victoria: Report on Victoria OpenGov Leadership Forum 2018
OpenGov Leadership Forum seeks to provide an
opportunity for government officials, industry experts and distinguished
international speakers to come together to exchange ideas and learn about the
latest developments in the public sector technology landscape.
EXCLUSIVE – Victoria Recognition of Excellence Awards 2018
OpenGov recognised 8 government agencies and education institutes in Victoria, Australia, for using technology to improve citizen engagement and public service delivery.
SWIFT welcomes 27 Chinese banks to join its global payments innovation initiative
SWIFT gpi is seen as a key player in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) since it is designed to improve the customer experience in correspondent banking by increasing the speed, transparency and predictability of cross-border payments.
Minister S. Iswaran on the economic future of ASEAN and Singapore’s vision for digital economy
Minister for Trade and Industry (Industry) Mr S. Iswaran shared how Singapore will advance ASEAN’s shared interests to grow e-commerce and digital economy under its ASEAN Chairmanship this year.
EXCLUSIVE – Driving the next phase of digital transformation in Australia: Report on Canberra OpenGov Leadership Forum 2018
OpenGov Leadership Forum seeks to provide an opportunity for government officials, industry experts and distinguished international speakers to come together to exchange ideas and learn about the latest developments in the public sector technology landscape.
How Australia’s largest pharmacy group protects customer medical record and data
This case study looks at how Australia’s largest pharmacy group protects customer medical record and data through secure and reliable IT solutions.
Minister S Iswaran highlights Southeast Asia’s potentials as the region grows on the digital front
“Singapore is at the heart of all these developments and growth, and we are well-positioned to contribute to and benefit from these significant regional opportunities,” the Minister said.
NUS sets up joint lab to drive innovation in food tech and sustainable biochemicals
The S$110 million research facility will deepen knowledge of good
macronutrients and micronutrients, food products and ingredients, as well as
design eco-friendly bio-factories to produce industrial biochemicals
MAS plays key role in world’s 1st threat information sharing group for central banks and regulators
CERES Forum is a new information sharing group for central banks, regulators and supervisors to share information impacting global security and resiliency. It is the first of such global platform bringing together these entities to guard against ever-growing cyber and physical threats and to meet their unique needs.
Western Australian Government to improve public sector cybersecurity
To be launched on 1 July, the Office of Digital Government under Department of the Premier and Cabinet will drive the public sector’s digital capabilities with a focus on improving government cybersecurity practices.
Singapore to facilitate business opportunities with the ASEAN Smart Cities Network
As
the Chair of ASEAN in 2018, Singapore is building the ASEAN Smart Cities
Network to connect people and economies seamlessly.
Singapore plans to set up a research programme on the governance of AI and data use
The National Research Foundation (NRF) and the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) seek to collaborate with an Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) to set up a Research Programme on the Governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Use. The project is now calling for proposals.
National Bureau of Statistics data shows technology an engine of growth for Chinese economy
Industrial output of high-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors grew 12% and 9.3% respectively in the first five months of 2018.
EXCLUSIVE – OpenGov Breakfast Insight session on analytics leadership in government transformation
On 22 May, OpenGov Asia, in collaboration with SAS, organised an exclusive Breakfast Insights Session in Wellington, featuring analytics leadership in driving government transformation.
Hong Kong’s PolyU to apply smart sensing technology in urban tree management
Tree anchorage is critical to its structural stability. In this project, sensors are tailor-made and installed on the lower trunk of selected urban trees to monitor their tilting angle in a 3-dimensional manner, as a way of assessing the stability of the root and thus the tree.