Singapore: Enhancing Public Sector Data Security
The fifth annual data security update highlights significant progress, including the implementation of all 24 PSDSRC initiatives, a decrease in high-severity incidents, and the introduction of new tools and training to enhance public sector data protection.
Digital India Initiative: Training to Advance e-Governance
MeitY and IIM-Bangalore are conducting a 6-day Digital Government Senior Leaders’ Programme to enhance the skills of senior government officials in digital governance and e-Governance project implementation.
Indonesia’s VGOS Telescope to Transform Global Astronomy
The VGOS radio telescope is in collaboration with SHAO-CAS and aims to advance Indonesia’s astronomy capabilities, enhance international cooperation, boost research, and improve technological precision across multiple fields.
PolyU Partners for Cutting-Edge Biomed Research Institute
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Zhongshan Municipal Government have partnered to create a research institute focused on biomedicine, aiming to advance technological innovation and improve healthcare through industry-academia cooperation.
Vietnam: E-Commerce Surge Amid Rapid Digital Transformation
Vietnam’s e-commerce sector is set to reach US$30 billion by the end of 2024, driven by rapid digital growth, influential technologies, and strategic government support for cross-border trade and digital transformation.
Australia: FRNSW’s Advanced Virtual Bushfire Training
Fire and Rescue NSW and UNSW collaborate to create an AI-powered immersive simulation system, enhancing firefighter training and preparedness through realistic virtual bushfire scenarios and interactive emergency response training.