Protecting data, not devices
OpenGov sits down with Maurizio Garavello, Vice President, Sales, APAC at Forcepoint LLC. Mr. Garavello discusses cybersecurity threats for the public sector, risks from abandonware and the importance of protecting data, instead of defending devices.
EXCLUSIVE – Towards a Knowledge Economy – Looking at ICT as a sector and as an enabler
“The Plan emphasises driving ICT in the knowledge economy though innovation and productivity, to enhance competitiveness and wealth creation.”
MAS announcements on FinTech Regulation – Striking the right balance
MAS attempting to introduce the right regulation at the right time to manage risks without stifling innovation.
MAS announces proof-of-concept project to use blockchain technology for inter-bank payments
The aim is to develop a less costly, more resilient system and provide guidance for exploring more areas, such as automation of securities issuance, trading and settlement.
Face Verification Service launched in Australia for DFAT and AFP with security and privacy safeguards
A biometric Face Verification Service has been launched in Australia for DFAT and AFP. There are plans to expand its use other agencies and to launch a Face Identification Service in 2017.
EXCLUSIVE – Time for 21st Century Government
In the 21st century governments at all levels in many countries are realizing that now is time to take openness, accountability and transparency to the next level. While governments are realising this need their citizens have determined that even in a representative democracy there’s still room for consultation and active engagement. The internet of things […]
EXCLUSIVE- The JurongHealth IT Journey – Integrating IT from the ground-up into a new digital hospital
Lim Soo Tong, CIO, JurongHealth Services, talks about integrating IT into a new digital hospital and the future of public health IT.
EXCLUSIVE – Elevating MDEC’s digital experiences through application of user-centric and agile development
“In doing so, we allowed MDEC to learn first-hand and understand the power of an MVP, the importance of experimentation and adoption based on an iterative model.”
EXCLUSIVE- Discussion on Big Data challenges – unstructured data, privacy, sharing, integration
Issues discussed in Singapore dialogue ranged from dealing with unstructured data to anonymisation, encryption and redaction for dealing with privacy concerns.
EXCLUSIVE – World’s first Automatic Security Analysis Testbed for IoTs established at iTrust
SUTD also announced a Master of Science in Security by Design programme to meet the rising demand for cyber security professionals.
EXCLUSIVE – Flashback to the 90s – Building an inclusive Internet
Dr. Tan Tin Wee talks about pioneering the use of biological databases and enabling the display of non-Latin characters on the Internet’s Web browser graphical interface.
Statistics New Zealand testing a cloud-based concept & classification tool
Last week, Statistics New Zealand (SNZ) released a test version of a cloud-based concept & classification tool for their open data sets, called Ari?.
EXCLUSIVE – Interview with Dr. -Ing Khafid – National Geospatial Information Network in Indonesia as part of One Map Policy
National Geospatial Information Network being set up in Indonesia as part of One Map Policy based on common standards for data collection and processing.
EXCLUSIVE -Enhanced clinician engagement in ICT design process for boosting ICT adoption in hospitals
“Clinicians need to be engaged in the IT design process to a greater degree and at an earlier stage, so that systems are intuitive and hours of training are not required when implementing those systems.”
Team from Temasek Laboratories at NTU wins Defence Technology Prize for work countering Hardware Trojans
The work done by the team ensures the trustworthiness of electronics used in Singapore’s defence systems.
Defence Technology Prize winners include systems focused on integration and networked architecture
Collation of information from multiple sources, real-time processing and seamless dissemination, facilitating decision-making
EXCLUSIVE – What to look for in your new Chief Digital Officer
Governments globally are awakening to the reality of their need for a Chief Digital Officer (CDO) to guide their journey in the Digital Age. Chief Information and Technology Officers have been busy for the last decade working to embrace and enable digital while at the same time managing information, legacy systems, IT Security and the […]
EXCLUSIVE – Digital Science Strategy at Geoscience Australia – Building an open organisation
Talking about the newly unveiled Digital Science Strategy, Dr. Nielsen tells us how he is leading the movement towards a truly open organisation.
Plans to scrap bus and train timetables in New South Wales
New South Wales Transport and Infrastructure Minister, Andrew Constance, announced plans for a working trial of on-demand buses and trains by the end of 2017.
Insights into IoT development in the Asia-Pacific region
OpenGov speaks to Mr. Cyril Perducat, Executive Vice President Digital Services & IoT, Schneider Electric
Redefined functions for the new Digital Transformation Agency in Australia
Order signed to Rename the Digital Transformation Office as the Digital Transformation Agency, specifying functions for the renamed organisation
EXCLUSIVE – Enabling strategy through ICT at La Trobe University
“Under the University’s ‘Future Ready’ Strategic Plan, there are four key pillars: Brilliant basics, Student experience, Student employability and Research Excellence.”
Digital economy focused announcements in Malaysian Budget 2017 include 'Digital Free Zone'
“The Digital Free Zone will merge physical and virtual zones, with additional online and digital services to facilitate international e-commerce and invigorate internet-based innovation.”
EXCLUSIVE – Early adoption of cloud, mobility and collaboration solutions at AHRC
“The ultimate objective is to keep enhancing the efficiency of the Commission, saving money, dramatically cutting turnaround time. It’s a continuous journey. “
EXCLUSIVE – Adopting a long-term, strategic approach to building and maintaining data centres
“The approach we have taken is to use very granular and modular blocks that are infinitely adaptable to change in technology.”
EXCLUSIVE – In-progress UN report on Big Data and Open Data – Defining issues and mitigating risks
“It is better to manage data risks against the indicators of accountability and responsibility, rather than trying to work out who owns the data.”
EXCLUSIVE – Enhancing visitor experience at the National Museum of Australia through data collection and analytics
Mike Webb, CIO, National Museum of Australia talks about understanding visitor behaviour through data analytics and integrating CRM data sources.
EXCLUSIVE – High Performance Computing resources and big data visualisation at University of New South Wales
High Performance Computing resources and a facility for 3D visualisation of large data sets at the University of New South Wales.
EXCLUSIVE – A day in the life of a CIO
From monitoring operations to meetings with the Board and dealing with crisis situations, the scope of a CIO’s role extends from operations to tactical and strategic functions.
EXCLUSIVE – ICT synchronisation by Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Resources in Indonesia
It coordinates between four major ministries, namely the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Ministry of Transportation and Ministry of Tourism