Singapore: Cybersecurity and the Emerging Impact of AI
The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore’s SCL 2023 report highlights a significant reduction in phishing attempts and infected systems while emphasising the ongoing threat of ransomware and the increasing sophistication of AI-enhanced cyber-attacks.
Vietnam’s Digital Leap: Transform One Million Businesses by 2026
Vietnam has embarked on a transformative journey to digitalise one million businesses by 2026 through an agreement between the Ministry of Information and Communications and VCCI aiming to modernise the country’s digital economy and society.
New Zealand: Advancements in Facial Recognition Tech
New Zealand harnesses facial recognition tech, revolutionising law enforcement by enhancing public safety and streamlining investigations, accelerating investigations, and boosting security in public spaces.
Australia: New Quad-MOSFET for Enhanced BNCT Monitoring
ANSTO and University of Wollongong researchers create a Quad-MOSFET device for real-time monitoring of neutron beams, advancing the precision and safety of accelerator-based Boron Neutron Capture Therapy in cancer treatment.
Transforming Identity and Service Delivery in the Philippines
The unified digital ID aims to enhance service delivery, reduce fraud, and enable seamless digital transactions, while the Philippine Statistics Authority expands registration to include newborns and remote areas for broader coverage.
DeepGI: AI for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Chulalongkorn University developed DeepGI, an AI tool for gastrointestinal endoscopy, enhances early cancer detection, improves patient outcomes, and streamlines its precision in analysing endoscopic images.
Malaysia’s Smart Meters: Energy Management and Digital Transformation
The smart meter initiative is a key component of the country’s energy management evolution, transforming electricity consumption with enhanced efficiency, sustainability, and digital integration.
Advancing Innovation: Empowering India’s Startup Landscape
MeitY has advanced India’s tech startup ecosystem by supporting over 3,600 startups with ₹212 crore (US$25.5 million) in funding, alongside launching several key initiatives to foster innovation and entrepreneurship.