Data and app recommendations in Australian draft guide to ensure better access to public transport for disabled users
Real time information about arrivals should be provided at the stop/station via combination of signage, audio announcements and ‘beacon’ type technology that interacts with smart devices.
Singapore households can use smart electricity meters from next year
By the second half of 2018, the EMA will launch Full Retail Competition for the remaining electricity consumers, mostly households, who will also have the option of using smart electricity meters.
Chairman of Australian Productivity Commission on the Consumer Data Paradox
“Government and private data holder alike will need to practice a common commitment to sharing back with consumers the data that was sourced from them.”
Australia’s National Science Statement identifies three key leadership roles for government
One of the areas is participating in science by producing, using and sharing research, data and information, operating scientific research infrastructure and engaging with science internationally.
Digital Free Trade Zone launched in Malaysia by PM Najib Razak and Jack Ma
The DFTZ is part of the National E-commerce Strategic Roadmap, which aims to achieve CAGR of 20.8% for e-commerce between 2015 and 2020.
National University of Singapore team develops nanofibre solution that creates thin, see-through, high-quality air filters
“It may be possible in the future for anyone to buy the nanofibre solution and create DIY (do-it-yourself) air filters at home.”
Vietnam central bank establishes Steering Committee on FinTech
The Steering Committee will advise on solutions to build an appropriate ecosystem, including a legal framework to facilitate the development of FinTech companies in Vietnam.
EXCLUSIVE – “It’s not going to be one nation, one space agency. It’s going to be the world”- In conversation with Dava Newman
“In the 2030s we go with humans, first to the Mars orbit first and then we land on the surface.”
Indian government creates four sectoral Computer Emergency Response Teams to protect Smart Grids
The four CERTs will operate in the areas of Transmission, Thermal, Hydro and Distribution and coordinate with power utilities.
Corporate investment arm of Singapore Economic Development Board invests in American health technology firm
EDBI participated in $52.5 million growth round funding for Livongo, which provides real-time, personalized insights and support for diabetes management.
Six questions from Australian financial services regulator for entities using or planning to use Blockchain technology
Additional regulatory considerations are anticipated as the technology matures and its applications grow exponentially.
GovTech to be the implementing agency for new Smart Nation and Digital Government Office
“Over the next year, I hope to see major progress in three signature programmes – Digital Identity, E-Payments and a national IOT/sensors system.”
Developing inexpensive, accurate, non-invasive technology for rapid detection of Dengue
“What we would like to do is to figure out a way to use nanoparticles to make paper based assays far more capable for detection of various different diseases including dengue.”
EXCLUSIVE – From e-Government to Digital Government – Report on the Malaysia OpenGov Leadership Forum 2017
Terms such as citizen-centric services, citizen engagement, once-only, government as a platform have become ubiquitous in discourse. But how to move from theory to practice?
EXCLUSIVE – Pioneering ICT-based healthcare solutions at the National Telehealth Center, Philippines
“The next step would be to formalise telehealth as a modality of care in the Philippines, specially for our remote and disadvantaged communities.”
Dato’ Dr. Mazlan Yusoff, Director General, MAMPU talks about Digital First, Citizen Focused government services
2020 targets: Top 15 in UN E-Government Survey’s Online Services Index and top 30 in Open Data Barometer (2016 ranking of 40 and 51 respectively)
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission working on regulatory challenges posed by disruptive technologies
“New technology has increased access to more products, services, and information for consumers but with it come new challenges for consumer advocates and regulators.”
Republic of Singapore Air Forces’ Heron 1 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle achieves full operational capacity status
“The Heron 1 is among the most advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems in its class, able to perform several missions simultaneously with a suite of state-of-the-art sensors and enhanced range.”
Strategic investment arm of Defence Science and Technology Agency of Singapore enters into investment partnership with Canadian accelerator
“We believe that such innovative technologies and partnerships are beneficial for our mutual entrepreneurial ecosystems, as well as the defence and security needs of Singapore.”
EXCLUSIVE – Creating policies for development of ICT-driven services for the entire public sector in Estonia
“Each public sector organisation has to establish a role (chief service quality coordinator) responsible for the quality of services within his/her domain.”
Australian Landing Pad opened in Singapore to bring together startups, research institutions, MNCs and leading technology players
“Another essential factor for innovation is the free flow and exchange of information and ideas…This landing pad serves precisely that purpose.”
EXCLUSIVE – Ensuring universal access to quality, affordable, reliable and secure ICT services – Keynote address at Philippine OpenGov leadership forum
Open government defined as the intersection of accountable public officials, transparent government, and participative civil society, will play a critical role in this process.
Financial Services Authority of Indonesia issuing regulations to support OECD’s Automatic Exchange of Tax Information
Over a 100 countries have committed to automatically exchanging information, as at February 23, 2017.
EXCLUSIVE – Building and nurturing the FinTech start-up ecosystem in Indonesia – Strategy and plans at Mandiri Capital
“Our investment thesis since the beginning has been that FinTech start-ups could accelerate financial inclusion in Indonesia.”
UN expert calls for international law and multilateral treaties for balancing privacy rights and security requirements
“It is both plausible and reasonable that a significant number of states would eventually coalesce around a legal instrument which would regulate surveillance and protect privacy in cyberspace.”
National Broadband Plan proposes establishment of Philippine Integrated Infostructure
PhII is expected to provide at least 10 Mbps to households by 2020 at lower cost.
Monetary Authority of Singapore and Abu Dhabi Global Market to cooperate for nurturing FinTech innovation
The agreement sets up a framework to assist start-ups and innovators in understanding the regulatory regimes in each jurisdiction and provide support through the application and authorisation process.
Philippines President approves detailed study of government investment in broadband infrastructure
Previously, it was reported that DICT recommended a hybrid model, where telecom companies could use government-built infrastructure for a fee, to deliver services in far-flung areas.
Sarawak State government to invest MYR 1 billion for improving ICT infrastructure
The federal government will be requested to match the state government’s investment, bringing the total to MYR 2 billion.
Standards Australia releases Roadmap for Blockchain Standards, identifying important use cases and priority issues
Initial focus will be on applications in the financial services sector, the government services sector and supply chain management.