ANGEL Lab: NTU Singapore Partners to Drive Green Innovations
NTU and a leading technology company have launched the ANGEL Lab to advance green digital technologies and sustainable lifestyles, focusing on eco-friendly innovations and energy-efficient AI solutions.
India: Revolutionising Healthcare with AI
The NHA and IIT Kanpur MoU aims to develop a federated learning platform and open benchmarking system, advancing AI in healthcare to improve diagnosis, treatment, and health outcomes in India.
Indonesia: New Regulations Strengthen Data Centre Industry
Indonesia is advancing its data centre industry with new regulations to enhance investment, foster competition, and support the country’s digital transformation goals, aiming for global leadership and technological innovation.
Hanoi: Leading Vietnam’s Digital Transformation
Hanoi is leading Vietnam’s digital transformation by implementing key initiatives such as digitising public services, adopting electronic health records and enhancing digital infrastructure, despite facing various challenges.
New Zealand: Tech Sector Growth and AI’s Potential
New Zealand’s tech sector is experiencing significant growth, with AI driving productivity and innovation, supported by new initiatives like the AI Activator and GovGPT to enhance business competitiveness and public service delivery.
Malaysia Forges Global Partnerships in UAV and Defence Tech
Malaysia is bolstering its technological capabilities through international collaborations in defence and UAV technologies, focusing on service provision, advanced technology adoption, and knowledge transfer to enhance its global competitiveness.
AI to Transform Weather Forecasting in the Philippines
The Philippines is set to revolutionise weather forecasting by integrating artificial intelligence to provide more frequent and accurate updates, extending forecast periods, and improving disaster preparedness.
Emerging Workforce: Skills for India’s Young Population
India is leveraging its youthful demographic dividend by implementing significant skill development initiatives aimed at bridging skill gaps and enhancing employment opportunities through various government schemes and global partnerships.
New PolyU Collaborates to Establish Innovation Incubator
PolyU and Suzhou Kowloon Hospital have launched an innovation platform focused on advancing medical technology, particularly through AI and medical engineering, to drive clinical applications and improve healthcare quality and patient outcomes.
Indonesia’s Commitment to Inclusive Internet Access
Indonesia is accelerating efforts to equalise internet access and digital literacy across the country, with a focus on bridging the digital divide, enhancing infrastructure, and investing in comprehensive upskilling programmes.
Art to Agriculture: Digital Innovation Leads the Way in the Philippines
The Philippines is revolutionising sectors from the arts to agriculture by leveraging digital technologies, such as blockchain and advanced tools, to drive innovation and progress.
ROBUST Programme Transforms Australia’s Weather Services
The Bureau of Meteorology’s seven-year ROBUST programme modernised IT systems, enhancing cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and weather services delivery. With AU$866 million invested, it ensures resilient, secure, and reliable national weather services into the future.
Singapore’s Approach to Safeguarding Biometric Data
Singapore is enhancing its regulatory frameworks and governance measures to protect biometric data, ensure compliance with privacy laws, and balance innovation with robust data security practices for national safety.
Advancing Digital India: MeitY’s New Capacity-Building Phase
MeitY has launched Phase III of its capacity-building initiatives, focusing on enhancing Digital Public Infrastructure, fostering global collaborations, promoting knowledge sharing, and equipping public officials with skills to drive digital transformation.
HKSTP Drives Smart Construction Tech in Southeast Asia
HKSTP promotes advanced construction technologies like AI, robotics, and sustainability innovations, fostering collaborations and expanding Hong Kong’s influence in Southeast Asia’s evolving construction industry.
BIO Network Enhances Local Engagement in the Philippines
The Philippine Information Agency’s new Barangay Information Officers network aims to boost grassroots communication and public engagement through advanced digital tools and training.
Australia: Mandatory AI Guardrails for High-Risk Settings
The Australian Government proposes mandatory AI guardrails, targeting high-risk applications to address potential harms, enhance public trust, and provide businesses with regulatory clarity. Public consultations aim to refine these regulatory measures.
Vietnam’s Leap Towards Tech-Driven Auditing
Vietnam showcased its commitment to enhancing auditing practices through advanced technologies like big data and AI, emphasising transparency, efficiency, and global collaboration, at the 8th INTOSAI WGBD.
Indonesia Looking to Transform its Start-up Ecosystem
The NextHub Global Summit 2024, hosted by Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Informatics and a foundation, aims to rejuvenate the national start-up ecosystem by fostering key connections and addressing global tech challenges.
New Zealand’s Strategic Push to Harness AI
New Zealand’s government is advancing its AI strategy with the launch of the AI Activator to support businesses and GovGPT to enhance access to government services, reflecting a commitment to leveraging AI for economic and social benefits.
Singapore: Safeguarding Elections in the Era of AI
MDDI has introduced a bill to safeguard Singapore’s electoral process from AI-generated misinformation, such as deepfakes, by enhancing the security of online election advertising and strengthening measures to protect voter confidence.
India’s Latest Health Report: Data-Driven Insights
The report leverages big data and digital innovation to provide crucial insights for improving India’s healthcare infrastructure and manpower, facilitating more informed policy-making and strategic planning.
Indonesia: Digital Transformation in Energy Research
ITB leaders visited the China-Indonesia Joint Research Laboratory, which focusing on new energy technology and materials, integrating digital tools like AI, IoT, and big data to enhance research, promote sustainability, and foster global collaboration.
Sustainable Solutions Hong Kong’s Textile Industry
The Open Lab, launched by HKRITA, fosters collaboration and drives scalable, sustainable innovation in the textile industry. It serves as a hub for applying cutting-edge technology to address global environmental challenges.
Cybersecurity Boost: Vietnam Sees 75% Drop in Cyberattacks
Vietnam has achieved a remarkable 75% reduction in detected cyberattacks as of August 2024, reflecting its strengthened cybersecurity measures and ongoing commitment to digital protection amid evolving global threats.
New TAFE Campus Addresses Digital Skills and Local Workforce
The new AU$25 million TAFE campus in Sunbury focuses on digital technologies and vocational training to meet the growing regional demand for tech skills and workforce development.
Singapore: Refreshed BE IDP Focuses on AI and Cybersecurity
The refreshed Built Environment Industry Digital Plan aims to advance digital transformation for SMEs in the built environment sector, incorporating AI, cybersecurity, and digital skills training to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness.
New Initiative to Support ‘Skilled India’ Vision
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship’s new initiative with a food delivery company aims to upskill 240,000 workers in logistics and quick commerce, enhancing their career prospects and industry readiness.
Malaysia’s Digital and Semiconductor Ambitions
Malaysia is boosting its digital and semiconductor ambitions by integrating the Penang STEM Talent Blueprint with the National Semiconductor Strategy and launching the Advanced Technology Equipment Cluster.
Mobile Hub Boosts Disaster Management in the Philippines
The GECS-MOVE initiative introduces a mobile communication hub and advanced technology to enhance disaster response and coordination, ensuring more effective emergency management in the Philippines.
