The importance of contact tracing in Singapore and the role technology plays
Using tech has made finding and monitoring contacts after exposure to infected persons far more effective; it helps the health system to get this group adequate care and treatment and prevents further transmission of the virus.
How Singapore government’s communication keeps nation moving forward in crisis
The Singapore Government and it’s ministries have all pulled together to keep the nation working, through its various digital initiatives throughout this pandemic from the very start.
Cyber resilience in a pandemic
As organisations rapidly deploy a remote workforce plan in the face of a pandemic, they have to not only contend with creating polices and infrastructure, but also with bad actors waiting to exploit COVID-19.
Italy’s government set up digital solidarity site to help citizens amid COVID-19 lockdown
Italy’s Ministry for Technological Innovation and Digitisation teamed up with the country’s digital agency for a dedicated website with initiatives launched by operators, companies and associations throughout the country to mitigate the effects on citizens of the coronavirus emergency.
COVID-19 is pushing the future of work to be remote
For most companies, employees working remotely will likely be a short-term solution, but this induced mass experiment could promote the concept of remote work as an established norm.
How Drones are Assisting Government in China Fight COVID-19
Drones are now becoming essential tools in the fight against the new Coronavirus outbreak in China. People are using drones to carry out tasks like spraying disinfectant over villages, dispersing public gatherings and facilitating construction. Drones could dramatically improve how China attempts to kill the virus in public areas. They can cover far more ground […]
A*STAR’s NanoBio Lab designs safer high performing batteries
NanoBio Lab, a multidisciplinary lab-incubator specialising in nanotechnology, has designed a semi-solid electrolyte for lithium-sulfur batteries that improves their safety without compromising their performance
IPOS Chief Exec nominated as Director General for the World Intellectual Property Organization
WIPO is a specialised agency of the UN responsible for intellectual property services, policy, information and cooperation. The support from WIPO when Singapore was still a young country in its formative years has enabled Singapore to develop a strong IP regime in Singapore.
Transformation – key to business development in Singapore
The Singapore government is focussed on helping companies grow locally and abroad; the ‘3 Ups’ strategy is designed to enable enterprises to achieve better outcomes together with the government.
Singapore government plans to strengthen innovation ecosystem
As part of the Research, Innovation and Enterprise 2020 Plan, the Singapore government is providing strong support to companies in innovation activities, including translating research into commercially viable products.
GovTech’s fast acting citizen-centric response amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Recognising the importance of getting timely and accurate information, a team of developers at the Government Technology Agency of Singapore developed MaskGoWhere – a website providing information on mask collection points.
Singapore government transforming public service processes
The Singapore government is transforming the public service for the future; a specific example is the Ministry of Finance (MOF) efforts in transforming government procurement through rule reviews and pervasive use of technology.
Malaysia announces RM20 billion Economic Stimulus Package amid Covid-19 outbreak
Several plans have been put in place to ensure Malaysia’s economy will continue to be on the right track to sustainable growth with a focus on leveraging and investing in ICT to keep the nation competitive and productive.
Data initiatives to support Europe’s bid to be first climate-neutral continent
Launched in December last year, Europe’s Green Deal aims to make Europe the world’s first climate-neutral continent by 2050.
The European Commission Releases its Strategy for Data
Built on four pillars, the EU strategy designed to establish policy measures and investments to enable the data economy in Europe for the next five years.
Singapore IMDA receives 3 proposals for 5G Network
Singapore is expected to have two full-fledged standalone 5G networks covering more than half the island by end-2022 and full island-wide coverage is expected by 2025.
Technology, Innovation & Enterprise dominate Economic Growth Strategy in Budget 2020
With the aim of retaining its position in the region, the Singapore government wants its economy to be driven by innovation and digitalisation; enhancing its digital connectivity to create new value and opportunities.
Online Platform Helps All Students in Malaysia get an Education
Classruum, an e-learning platform in Malaysia, provides online lessons, including video tutorials, notes, trial examination, and gamification for all children countrywide.
World Health Organisation Offering Online Training Resources to Help Educate on 2019-nCoV
The free learning resource is available to anyone interested in novel coronavirus on WHO’s open learning platform for emergencies, OpenWHO.org.
UK foreign minister aims to build on technology and trade with Singapore and Malaysia
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab will meet Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan and Minister for Trade and Industry Chan Chun Sing to ensure the relationship between countries will flourish now the UK has left the EU.
Local Trade Associations in Singapore committed to Digital Transformation for SMEs
An MOU was signed among five local trade associations, SPRING Singapore and the People’s Association to set up Small and Medium-sized enterprise (SME) Centres within the five Community Development Councils.
Tech Industry Feels Increasing Impact of Coronavirus Outbreak
Governments around the world are also closely monitoring the situation as it evolves. Depending on how the virus situation progresses, the impact on economies could intensify.
The Growing Trend of City-Scale Digital Twins Around the World
A digital model of a physical asset, a digital twin collects information via a variety of IoT tools and applies advanced analytics, machine learning and AI to receive real-time insights about the physical asset’s performance, operation or profitability.
UK Space Delegation Lands in Singapore
The mission builds upon the close ties built through the UK-Singapore ‘Partnership for the Future’ launched last year and aims to deepen understanding of the growing space landscape and develop long-lasting partnerships.
The Ministry of Trade and Industry Singapore Announce Board Changes at the Agency for Science, Technology and Research
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) drives mission-oriented research that advances scientific discovery and technological innovation.
Singapore Payment Services Act to Promote Confidence in Use of E-Payments
The Payment Services Act provides a forward-looking and flexible regulatory framework for the payments industry that allows rules to be applied proportionately and to be robust to changing business models.
Singapore Leads in Translating MicroRNA Research Into Clinical Applications That Will Improve Healthcare and Save Lives
Singaporean biotech start-up MiRXES, National University of Singapore (NUS) and Diagnostics Development (DxD) Hub of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) are leading three initiatives to position Singapore as a global leader in translating microRNA research into clinical applications that will improve healthcare and save lives. They held meetings in January 2020 to […]
Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Promote Digital Economy Platform to Enhance Business and International Trade
With the initiative, MTDC and WLC aim to use this platform MDDEAS® with the world’s largest technology firms to digitally connect businesses in Malaysia with their global trade partners and bolster enhanced efficiency and security of trade.
Singapore Government Invested in AI to Advance the Smart Nation Journey
The rise of applicable, deployable AI represents a golden opportunity for Singapore to open new frontiers of growth and transcend its geographical limits. The Singapore government aims to develop and implement its National AI Strategy continually, in order to respond to the rapidly changing technology landscape and to seize new opportunities that AI presents.
International Chamber of Commerce and Singapore Support Digitalisation of Global Trade and Commerce
The Singapore Government and major firms from key industries have signed a cooperation agreement to facilitate and accelerate adoption of digital technologies in trade and commerce.