Singapore’s Unified Government SMS Sender ID
Singapore introduces gov.sg as the unified SMS Sender ID for all government communications starting July 1, 2024, aiming to enhance public confidence, streamline messaging authenticity, and combat impersonation scams effectively.
Curtin University Algorithms Revolutionise CubeSat Precision
Curtin University’s new algorithms enhance CubeSat precision and autonomy, revolutionising their use in space missions and benefiting industries such as environmental management, agriculture, disaster response, and infrastructure inspection.
Hong Kong: Advancing Autonomous Driving and EV Tech
CUHK signs MOU to collaborate on automotive research, including 3D inspection and driverless cars, aiming to commercialise innovations and develop a smart campus, enhancing Hong Kong’s tech landscape.
Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Malaysia’s Vision for ASEAN
Malaysia is keen to host the ASEAN Year of Skills 2025 in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation, focusing on enhancing ICT, technology and digital skills to prepare the ASEAN workforce for the future.
Singapore: Harnessing Data and Tech for Climate Risk Management
Project Viridis, developed by the BIS Innovation Hub and MAS, integrates regulatory and climate data using advanced technology to equip financial authorities with critical insights for managing climate-related financial risks
New Investment Fuels Digital Jobs Programme in Victoria
Victoria’s Digital Jobs program provides 12 weeks of free digital training and placements for mid-career professionals, supported by an AU$4.4M investment, addressing tech skills shortages and boosting career transitions into tech.
Singapore: IMDA’s Efforts to Boost Cross-Border Resilience
Singapore and Hong Kong enhance cross-border resilience against scams through an MoU, as IMDA collaborates globally to combat scams, underscoring the nation’s commitment to protecting citizens in the digital era.
PolyU and DGS Launch AI-Driven Swimtech Lab
PolyU and DGS collaborate to create an AI Swimtech Lab, using advanced technology and biomechanics to enhance swimmer performance, foster innovation, and promote STEM education among students.
Pollution’s Toll on Global Health: NTU’s Data-Driven Insights
NTU’s data-driven study reveals the staggering toll of PM2.5 pollution on global health, emphasising the urgent need for targeted interventions and policy considerations amid climate variability.
PolyU’s Advanced Tech Drives Chang’e-6 Lunar Exploration
PolyU, in collaboration with CAST, created an automated surface sampling system for Chang’e-6, marking a milestone by successfully collecting and packaging lunar samples from the moon’s far side for return to Earth.
Malaysia Empowering Digital Citizens: Access, Safety, Responsibility
Malaysia is actively pursuing digital safety, advocating for early digital literacy and implementing proactive cybersecurity measures to foster a resilient and inclusive digital society.
Singapore’s Approach to Smart Urban Development
Singapore’s Smart Nation journey emphasises the pivotal role of technology, sustainable urban development and partnerships to foster innovation, digital transformation and societal empowerment for a vibrant and resilient future.
Curtin University to Lead Western Australia’s GreenTech Hub
Curtin University will operate Western Australia’s new GreenTech Hub, a key part of an AU$ 40M initiative, focused on accelerating green technology development and supporting the state’s decarbonisation goals.
Singapore Deepens AI Collaboration with the U.S.
The two nations marked a significant milestone in AI collaboration by co-leading a roundtable that highlighted shared principles and future cooperation in critical and emerging technologies, deepening existing ties.
University of Adelaide Partners to Advance Innovation
The University of Adelaide has partnered with a local engineering firm, focusing on advancing innovations in health, AI, sustainability, climate change, and resilience, leveraging combined expertise and resources.
Singapore: IPEF Champions Tech-Driven Sustainability
Deputy Prime Minister Yong highlighted regional cooperation and innovation in clean energy, with significant investments and partnerships announced to advance sustainable infrastructure and climate tech solutions in the Indo-Pacific.
Australia: AI on Cube Satellites for Rapid Bushfire Detection
Australia develops AI-powered cube satellites that significantly enhance bushfire detection speeds by processing hyperspectral imagery onboard, enabling rapid smoke detection and early intervention to prevent fire escalation and damage.
Singapore-U.S. Collaboration on AI and Innovation
The Singapore-U.S. collaboration on AI and innovation focuses on investments, joint governance frameworks, and initiatives driving advancements in Singapore’s digital economy, supported by US companies and aligned with sustainability goals.
Australia-India Collaborative Space Tech Initiative
Australia and India enhancies their space industry collaboration through an AU$18 million grant programme supporting innovative projects, reflecting their commitment to advancing space technology and fostering a prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
Innovative Solar Technology Powers CityUHK
CityUHK and Hong Kong Electric collaborate to install 2,000 high-efficiency bifacial solar panels, generating 1.15GWh annually and reducing carbon emissions, enhancing campus sustainability with a real-time monitoring platform and innovative cooling paint.
Malaysia: Tax Incentives to Boost Digital Economy
Malaysia’s new tax incentives for digital companies aim to attract high-tech investments, create high-value jobs, and promote sustainability, reinforcing its position as a digital innovation hub in the ASEAN region.
Sustainable Growth: Green Data Centres in Singapore
Singapore is committed to AI-driven innovation and sustainable data centre growth, emphasising the nation’s strategic investments and collaborative efforts to balance technological advancement with environmental responsibility.
PolyU Launches Research Centre for Grid Modernisation
PolyU launched the Research Centre for Grid Modernisation, aiming to develop innovative power systems and support carbon neutrality and sustainable energy goals in Hong Kong and China.
Singapore’s Leadership in Advancing Urban Sustainability
Associate Professor Faishal Ibrahim underscores the pivotal role of technology, smart city innovations, and sustainability in urban development and the role of collaboration for a sustainable future.
Responsible AI: Singapore’s Leadership in AI Governance
Singapore leads in responsible AI governance through initiatives like the Model AI Governance Framework and AI Verify, ensuring ethical AI practices shape the nation’s digital future and contribute to global AI standards.
Hong Kong’s Robot-Guided Spinal Surgeries
HKUMed has introduced robot-assisted technology in spine surgery, completing 20 procedures since October 2023, aiming to improve precision, safety, and surgical outcomes for patients with various spinal conditions.
Australia: AI Insights on Containing COVID-19 in Prisons
A study finds vaccination and prompt lockdowns most effective in reducing COVID-19 spread in prisons. An AI-based model using NSW data underscores the need for combined measures for optimal containment.
AI Verify Project Moonshot: Pioneering AI Safety Testing In Singapore
Singapore launches AI Verify Project Moonshot, introducing a new toolkit for AI safety and security, and celebrates the first anniversary of the AI Verify Foundation, marking significant advancements in global AI standards.
Singapore’s New Strategy for Quantum Technologies
The NUS Centre for Quantum Technologies has been raised to the status of a flagship national research centre, with nearly S$300 million over 5 years, aiming to cultivate a quantum ecosystem and establish Singapore as a premier hub for quantum technologies.
Singapore’s Smart Port Challenge 2024: Global Maritime Innovation
MPA and NUS Enterprise have launched the Smart Port Challenge 2024, expanding globally to foster innovation in maritime technology through international roadshows and strategic collaborations.
