Indonesia: Digital Competencies for Smart Governance
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The initiative in Aceh Province aims to enhance digital competencies among local leaders and public servants, paving the way for smart governance and positioning Indonesia as a leader in digital transformation within the Southeast Asian region.
Navigating Ethical Frontiers: AI Strategies for Indonesian Smart Cities
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The collaborative efforts shed light on ethical AI considerations and strategies, crucial for the development of sustainable and innovative smart cities in the country.
Social Beat: Public Sentiment Management in Ho Chi Minh City
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Developed by Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Information and Communications, the tool leverages AI to revolutionise public sentiment analysis, offering real-time insights to inform policy decisions and counter misinformation.
Big Data: Thailand’s Path to Economic and Social Advancement
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The Big Data Institute will push economic and societal growth through big data and AI, aiming to drive Thailand towards a more competitive digital economy, enhancing efficiency, innovation, and quality of life.
Accelerating Ho Chi Minh City’s Digital Economy
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Backed by strategic initiatives outlined to enhance digital infrastructure, promote non-cash payments and support SMEs, Ho Chi Minh City aims to significantly boost its digital economy, targeting 20% of its GRDP by 2025 and 40% by 2030.
Tech-Powered Universal Health Coverage in the Philippines
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Pampanga pioneers a tech-focused integration of its health system, spearheading the path towards Universal Health Care through strategic technology use, legislative support and collaborative efforts between local leaders and health professionals.
New Zealand: Advancements in Citizen Infrastructure
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New Zealand has demonstrated its dedication to enhancing public transportation through technology integration, aiming to improve efficiency, comfort, and accessibility for residents.
Thailand’s Digital Government Initiative
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Thailand’s Digital Government Development Agency collaborates with 13 local governments and Burapha University aiming to enhance public services and drive digital technology integration in local governance.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Wholesale Markets Gear Up for Digital Transformation
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The city’s wholesale markets undergo a digital transformation, enhancing efficiency, safety, and overall management, ensuring their continued relevance in the city’s supply chain.
Shaping Singapore’s AI Landscape
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Singapore adopts a comprehensive approach to AI governance, reinforcing trust through ethical frameworks, proactive regulations, and collaborative global initiatives, while balancing innovation and addressing challenges in areas such as copyright and security.
New Zealand: Digital Advancements Nelson’s in Public Transit
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Nelson City Council is advancing its smart city vision with 13 new eBus shelters, enhancing public transportation which are equipped with digital features, showcasing the city’s commitment to a modern, inclusive, and technologically advanced transit experience.
Vietnam: Smart Traffic Solutions for Ho Chi Minh
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Ho Chi Minh City is spearheading a sophisticated smart traffic management system, leveraging technology and prioritizing AI integration, as part of its comprehensive approach to address congestion and enhance urban living
Thailand Adopts the Digital Local System for Local Government
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The Digital Local System exemplifies national commitment to innovation and technological advancement by fostering a digital transformation initiative to improve local governance, enhance efficiency drive transparency, and reduce costs.
Navigating Indonesia’s Smart City Landscape
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A researcher advances smart city concepts for Surabaya, emphasising local context and exploring top-down urban development, fostering innovative outcomes, and ensuring smart cities effectively tackle diverse urban challenges.
Smart Nation Aspirations: India’s AI Revolution
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India accelerates its journey toward becoming a smart nation with key initiatives, exemplifying the country’s commitment to building smart cities and leveraging cutting-edge technology for a smarter and more interconnected future.
Ahmedabad, India AI: Transforming Urban Surveillance and Security
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The city pioneers AI-driven urban surveillance, transforming safety and governance, while Uttar Pradesh leads the nation with plans for a AI city in Lucknow, integrating cutting-edge technologies.
Hanoi’s Vision for Sustainable and Tech-Driven Urban Transportation
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The comprehensive urban development plan aims to position the city as a hub for sustainable growth and technological innovation, encompassing digital transformation, green initiatives, and smart urban solutions.
Indonesia’s Digital Evolution in Smart Cities
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A collaborative event led by the Smart City and Community Innovation Centre at Institut Teknologi Bandung and ICESCO, explores the digital transformation and circular economy’s pivotal role in shaping inclusive and sustainable smart cities of the future,
The Philippines: Local Government Adopts Paleng-QR Ph Plus
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The province of Pangasinan in the Philippines adopts Paleng-QR Ph Plus, a modern payment initiative, accelerating digital transactions and enhancing financial inclusivity in public markets and utility vehicles, aligning with national goals for digital transformation.
Thailand Addressing Sustainability with Technology
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NSTDA is harnessing technology by combining scientific expertise and corporate commitment for a more resilient future, focusing on the BCG model, eco-friendly housing, and Thai sustainable development goals.
Unveiling India’s Maiden AI City in Lucknow
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Uttar Pradesh initiates plans to pioneer India’s inaugural AI city in Lucknow, a groundbreaking hub fostering innovation and technology advancement in the heart of the state, in line with the nation’s digital ambitions.
Wellington’s Digital Parking Solution
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Wellington City Council has introduced 400 Pay by Plate parking machines, revolutionising urban parking with a paperless, tech-forward approach, ensuring an efficient and user-friendly parking environment.
Singapore-China: Forging Climate-Friendly Cities
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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.
SIMPaCT Redefining Urban Cooling Strategies in Australia
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SIMPaCT, a pioneering project funded through the Digital Restart Fund, employs innovative technologies to address urban heat by optimising irrigation and leveraging water conservation, showcasing Australia’s commitment to sustainable urban development.
Transforming Hong Kong into a Tech-Driven Smart City
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HKSTP’s groundbreaking partnership with a major corporation marks a $200 million investment toward a Technology Innovation R&D Centre, accelerating Hong Kong’s transformation into a pioneering smart city.
Thua Thien-Hue, Vietnam Embraces Digital Future
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Thua Thien-Hue held a Digital Transformation Week event focusing on digital data infrastructure and regional connectivity to enhance public awareness, refine strategies, and share digital products and solutions.
Singapore-Shenzhen Smart City Collaboration Shaping Urban Frontiers
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Singapore solidifies digital collaboration with Shenzhen; marking a significant leap in urban innovation, focusing on AI, sustainability, and cutting-edge solutions for a smarter cityscape.
Vietnam Shaping a Tech-Forward Landscape
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Vietnam International Digital Week 2023 marks a pivotal event in ASEAN’s technological landscape, fostering collaborations, sharing insights, and shaping the region’s digital future alongside Thua Thien-Hue’s Digital Transformation Week.
Digital Integration Revamping India’s Grassroots
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India’s sweeping digital integration in Gram Panchayats exemplifies a transformative journey, leveraging technology to overhaul governance, empower local communities, and drive transparency in rural development initiatives.
Collaborative Strategies for Thailand’s Smart Cities
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The multi-stakeholder alliance pioneers a holistic approach to smart city initiatives, aiming to transform urban landscapes through innovation, research and inclusive development, in alignment with the nation’s economic and social development plans.