Developing Cutting-Edge Medical Tech in Hong Kong
CU Medicine has partnered to develop advanced endoscopy and laparoscopy devices, aimed at transforming diagnostic and therapeutic practices in the medical field, intending to foster innovation, technology transfer, and medical training.
Australia’s Growing Satellite Capability
The development and testing of Australian satellites, such as Kanyini and SpIRIT, represent vital steps in enhancing the nation’s satellite capabilities, fostering collaboration, and addressing complex technical challenges, particularly in thermal management, in the country’s growing space industry.
Hong Kong: The Growing Role of AI in Business Transformation
A survey reveals businesses are embracing digitalisation but predominantly operate at a “Basic” level, with notable AI integration growth and room for improvements.
Australia to Strengthen Privacy Safeguards
The Australian government addresses digital privacy challenges with comprehensive reforms, accepting Tech Council proposals, enhancing protections, and advancing accountability, as part of efforts to secure innovation and bolster trust in the digital era.
PolyU Collaborates for Cutting-Edge Railway Tech
Hong Kong Polytechnic University has been awarded funding from the MTR Academy’s 2023 MTR Research Funding Scheme for six innovative railway technology projects spanning diverse areas with the goal of advancing the future of railway technology.
Hong Kong: AI-Powered Microscope Revolutionising Cancer Surgery
Powered by AI, the CHAMP microscope could revolutionise cancer surgery, offering hope to patients by ensuring more precise tumour removal during operations and expanding to various types of cancer.
HKSTP Partners for Innovative Data Collaboration Lab
HKSTP and Hospital Authority are set to launch a pioneering data lab in October, providing the tech industry exclusive access to de-identified clinical data, fostering ground-breaking healthcare innovations.
Swinburne University: Innovative Research to Market
Breakthrough Victoria unveils AU$87 million investment partnerships with five universities, with Swinburne committing AU$9 million. This collaboration aims to fast-track research commercialisation in tech-driven fields.
CSIRO Fostering Indigenous Talent at UoW
The University of Wollongong has received an enduring commitment of AU$ 500,000 from CSIRO to support Indigenous students pursuing STEM fields, aiming to ease financial burdens and empower them to excel in technology and science-related domains.
Innovation and Sustainability for Malaysia’s Palm Oil Sector
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) and a strategic investment firm unite to drive innovation in the palm oil industry, focusing on sustainable practices, biomass utilisation, and carbon emissions reduction through pioneering technology.
HKSTP Expands Global Tech Ecosystem
The organisation has partnered with a global entrepreneurial organisation to foster cross-border cooperation among tech innovators, extending Hong Kong’s tech ecosystem to over 200 global markets and facilitating international collaboration.
Australia’s Cutting-Edge Nuclear Medicine Facility
Australia’s Federal Government allocates significant funding to ANSTO’s new Nuclear Medicine Facility at Lucas Heights, advancing healthcare technology, fostering collaboration, and securing national sovereignty in nuclear medicine production, a critical step for long-term healthcare innovation and competitiveness.
Cutting-Edge Robotics Facility in NSW
A cutting-edge robotics facility has been launched at UT Tech Lab aimed at bolstering Australia’s high-tech autonomous systems industry. The move supports sovereign capabilities, fosters innovation, and aligns with the government’s economic resilience strategy.
APU Partners to Boost Tech Innovation and Education
The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation has entered into an MoU with a Korean company specialising in technology commercialisation to enhance research, development and education, fostering innovation and collaboration in the tech sector.
HKUMed’s Journey into AI and Digital Learning
The university is at the forefront of medical education innovation, incorporating AI, digital learning, and Generative AI technologies to enhance training and prepare healthcare professionals for the future, supported by donations to expand digital learning capabilities.
University of Sydney Revolutionising Aerospace Education
The newly acquired innovative 360-degree rotating cockpit simulator, Eight360 NOVA Simulator, provides students and researchers with a hands-on experience to replicate piloting various aircraft bridging the gap between theoretical study and practical experience.
Hong Kong: OpenAPI Platform Revolutionises Insurance Industry
The OpenAPI Platform facilitates the exchange of insurance-related information through APIs to foster innovation in insurance products and services and promote financial connectivity and compliance.
P2.59: Australia’s Robotic Satellite Project
The University of Sydney project in collaboration with Sydney-based robotics start-ups, aims to develop advanced robotic satellite capabilities empowered by AI, sensing, and control technologies to address challenges in close-proximity satellite operations.
Boosting Connectivity in Western Australia’s Carnarvon
The Carnarvon community in Western Australia experiences a digital transformation with high-speed broadband through the successful implementation of the Digital Farm Grants program, benefiting agribusinesses and residents alike.
Malaysia to Boost Technological Advancements
The Malaysian government and Tsinghua University announced a partnership aimed at catalysing tech education, research, and diplomatic ties to propel economic growth and global innovation, reinforcing shared goals and excellence.v
RescueAI: Smart City Disaster Management
The APU team achieved international recognition with their Gold Medal-winning RescueAI system, employing AI and aerial robotics to gather real-time environmental data for disaster management, aligned with Malaysia’s tech and economic goals.
Opportunities in Earth Observation Technologies
The workshop unveiled insights from a comprehensive market engagement study on Earth Observation technologies, highlighting opportunities for collaboration, commercialisation of research, capacity building, and workforce development to advance the sector in Queensland and Australia.
αLab Advancing AI and Biotech in Hong Kong
The state-of-the-art laboratory is designed to drive AI research and biotechnology innovation in the Greater Bay Area, aligning with Hong Kong’s strategic focus on becoming a global innovation and technology hub, advancing key industries such as life and healthtech .
Australia’s Digital Identity and AI Initiatives
Australia outlined the draft Digital ID legislation and the establishment of an AI taskforce, emphasising security, convenience, and inclusivity in digital identity while ensuring responsible AI usage in government agencies.
Unveiling Malaysia’s Cutting-Edge Oat Processing Plant
An oats industry giant has opened a high-tech processing plant, driving global exports, supporting national food security, and aligning with Malaysia’s technology and sustainability goals.
Unveiling Hong Kong’s Biotech Prowess
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation spearheads a biotech and technology initiative in Paris, showcasing Hong Kong’s global potential in driving biotech innovation and fostering cross-border collaboration with France.
CSIRO’s sBeacon Revolutionises Data Sharing
sBeacon, a cloud-native innovation, revolutionises genomics research with rapid and cost-effective data sharing, aiming to democratise genomics and enhance healthcare outcomes worldwide.
Hong Kong: From Traditional to High-Tech
HKPC receives accolades for innovative applications of smart manufacturing and robotics technology, including “Smart Pack@TCM” and “IoT Smart Toilet Cleaning System,” in alignment with the national blueprint, transforming traditional industries and property management.
Hong Kong Embraces Green Fintech
HKMA has launched the Green Fintech Competition to drive innovation in sustainable banking. Focusing on four key themes, it invites global fintech firms to develop solutions for climate resilience and offers a platform for industry collaboration.
New South Wales Innovation Blueprint
The NSW government is teaming up with universities and businesses to develop an Innovation Blueprint, aiming to rejuvenate the state’s innovation sector, tackle R&D decline, and attract investments for economic prosperity.
