EXCLUSIVE – Addressing the challenges of rising migration through fluid information exchange within and between governments
“There’s no international migration without a border, there’s no border without (at least) two countries. And if the countries do not speak to each other, no response will be effective.”
Singapore aims to achieve fully cashless public transport system by 2020
“A major milestone will be the opening of the first cashless rail line from 2019 – the Thomson-East Coast Line.”
Making library collections truly accessible through digitally enabled crowdsourcing
“We have also been able to make connections with certain communities that we may not otherwise have had the opportunity to engage with.”
National Digital Health Strategy (2018-2022) approved by Council of Australian Governments
The ADHA, which is responsible for co-ordinating implementation of the strategy, will now be consulting with partners across the community to develop a Framework for Action.
Macao Government embarks on 4-year smart city project via public-private partnership
Projects include the development of an integrated system for public services; enhancement of tourism services and building a smart transportation network.
CSIRO scientists trialling new humane technology to scare away vertebrate pests from farms and crops
CSIRO is looking to partner with local agribusinesses to continue testing and trialling the technology in Australia.
EXCLUSIVE – In conversation with Internet Society’s Rajnesh Singh (part 2) – Shared responsibility for cybersecurity, persistent issues with cloud
“Who should have those conversations? Should it be the IT guys, the government people? No. It has to be a collaborative approach.
South Australia Police Helicopter fitted with advanced infra-red sensor tech to enhance search & rescue capability
This upgrade complements investments in technology, such as the new firearms simulator, facial recognition technology, body worn cameras and rugged tablets.
Two Indian states exploring the use of Blockchain technology for storing government data
Globally, the use of Blockchain-based platforms for storing land records is being explored in several countries.
MDEC signs MOU with Entrepreneurs’ Organization Malaysia Chapter to boost digital adoption
“This is the best time for businesses of all sizes and types to sprint to top as they push for true innovation and look at getting onboard with Industry 4.0.”
New Zealand introducing Bill to update telecommunications regulatory framework
The Commerce Commission will be able to make codes that address retail service quality, if the industry fails to develop industry-led codes that are adequate.
Australia Post’s digital identity platform to be adopted by businesses and government
It removes the need for Australians to repeatedly use several forms of identity to prove who they are or have numerous passwords to access products and services.
Insights into the Digital Evolution Index – The Singapore context, implications of country size, the trust factor
“Without trust, there is no digital economy and trust is not just domestic, it’s global.”
Indian securities market regulator constitutes committee to explore FinTech and RegTech opportunities and challenges
It will look at a wide range of issues from Blockchain to crowdfunding, robo-advisory, algorithmic trading, virtual currencies, digital payment gateways and more.
Australian Securities and Investments Commission investing in data analytics and digital investigation capabilities
“A critical part of detecting, understanding and responding to issues is our ability to process large volumes of data and to extract intelligence from the diverse data sources now in use.”
Thailand government announces plan to set up IoT Institute and Big Data analytics centre
The IoT institute will be a part of the Digital Park to be built in Chon Buri province, as a flagship project under the Eastern Economic Corridor.
IoT network being launched on New Silk Road as part of Belt and Road initiative
The test network will be tailored to the Beilin District’s business needs, and will include an environmental monitoring data platform.
UN publishes report on leveraging ICT for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
The people with the most to gain from ICTs are also those most likely to be locked out of the benefits.
More government support for technology adoption in Singapore's food services and retail industries
“Trends such as increased automation in the Food Services industry and the growth of e-commerce in the Retail industry provide new business and career opportunities.”
CEO Gavin Slater outlines five key priorities for Australia’s Digital Transformation Agency
“Our ambition must be to provide a quick and easy way for people to prove themselves online, so they can access government services in a simple, easy and secure way.”
Second round of Advance Queensland’s Small Business Innovation Research program opens with four new government challenges
Applicants to the SBIR retain any intellectual property they develop within the program, allowing them to take their solution to a broader market.
Medication dispensing robot in Dubai Health Authority’s smart pharmacy
The DHA is adopting a fully integrated smart system for its pharmaceutical services.
CSIRO partnering with leading agribusiness to explore development of data-driven solutions for Australian agriculture
Technology can help farmers better analyse effective nutrient delivery and plant growth and assist in combating invasive species and pest infestation.
EXCLUSIVE – Cybersecurity challenges for developing nations, digital IDs and the future of public service delivery
“Unless one is able to deal with data security comprehensively, one cannot really improve the trust level and cybersecurity in any country. It is a job which the government cannot do alone.”
New South Wales Government initiates trial of driverless shuttle bus
“We want to use the trial to help develop the systems that will enable automated vehicles to be connected to our infrastructure.”
MDEC announces fourth ‘Malaysia Digital Hub’ as part of initiative to support tech startups
The Malaysia Digital Hub initiative was launched earlier this year to offer opportunities to startups for connecting to ASEAN and global digital ecosystem.
Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology forms expert committee to draft data protection framework
As the government pushes ahead towards digital economy and mandates the integration of Aadhaar with more and more government services, data protection would become increasingly crucial.
A brief look at artificial intelligence developments in China and the national AI plan for 2030
The plan points out that China has access to huge volumes of data and a vibrant commercial application landscape, it still lags behind the US in basic research.
Indian government to detect tax evasion using analytics on traditional data and social media information
Project Insight is expected to provide a non–intrusive information-driven approach for improving tax compliance
Monetary Authority of Singapore to regulate issue of digital tokens which function as securities
ICOs are vulnerable to ML/TF risks due to the anonymous nature of the transactions, and the ease with which large sums of monies may be raised in a short period of time.