New platform developed for faster access to reliable spatial information for Australia's emergency response agencies
The platform gives emergency response agencies access to an authoritative, national view of a range of hazards including bushfires, floods and storms.
Nine Australian SMEs to receive AU$8.75 million in grants to develop and test innovative solutions to public sector challenges
Challenges include digitally enabled community engagement in policy and programme design and national sharing of information across jurisdictions to ensure child safety.
100 preschool services selected to receive digital, play-based learning experiences under STEM Australia (ELSA) pilot
Children at the 100 pilot preschools will have access to four play-based ELSA apps aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
World Bank Report studies impact of Industry 4.0 technologies on viability of manufacturing-led development
The report identifies ‘servicification’ of manufacturing as a key trend, driven by the generation of data and its subsequent use in smart factories.
Five teams win Startup SG grants of S$600,000 at SPRING Singapore’s inaugural global startup competition
The global startups will bring unique and innovative skillsets, talent, and networks to bolster Singapore’s position as a leading startup hub.
Australian government sets out 2017-18 investment priorities for Defence Innovation Hub
The Defence Innovation Hub and the Next Generation Technologies Fund are the two core initiatives of the new Defence Innovation System.
S$60 million lab in Singapore to develop Smart Manufacturing technologies for aerospace industry
The programme will leverage ARTC’s Model Factory, as well as A*STAR’s other relevant capabilities to test-bed new technology applications for the aerospace industry.
Singapore’s Electronics Industry Transformation Map aims for manufacturing value-add of S$22.2 billion by 2020
The transformation of the electronics industry is also expected to create 2,100 new PMET (Professionals, Managers, Executives and Technicians) jobs by 2020.
Australian Securities and Investments Commission releases 2017-20 Data Strategy
The strategy, which outlines how ASIC will capture, share and use data, is intended to transition ASIC into a more data-driven and intelligence-led organisation.
Monetary Authority of Singapore forms international advisory panel for cybersecurity
“We look forward to tapping on the CSAP’s expertise to help ensure that Singapore’s financial sector remains dynamic and secure in an increasingly digital world.”
Australian Government announces development of national Digital Economy Strategy
The strategy will set out how government, the private sector and the community can work together for the development of the digital economy.
Hong Kong government launches USD 256 million Innovation and Technology Venture Fund for co-investment in growth-stage startups
The fund will be a passive investor, making direct investment in the startups concurrently with the partner VC funds upon invitation of the latter.
Ten Australian government agencies battling it out in Cyber War Games hosted by Department of Human Services
This exercise is expected to provide a unique opportunity to step into the shoes of a cyber adversary to attack critical infrastructure.
Industrial Control Systems community formed by CSA Singapore to drive adoption of sound and pragmatic protection practices
CSA targets ICS Protection guidelines to be ready by the end of 2017 for dissemination to CII operators via their sector regulators.
CSA Singapore setting up academy to train cybersecurity professionals, starting with government and CII sectors
The launch of the Cybersecurity Awards was also announced to recognise outstanding cybersecurity professionals, enterprises and students.
S$15.6 million awarded to 9 public-private research projects under Singapore’s National Cybersecurity R&D programme
The National Cybersecurity Research & Development Programme is coordinated by the NRF, NSCC, CSA, MHA, MoD, GovTech, IMDA and EDB.
Singapore and Japan strengthen cybersecurity cooperation; ASEAN member states agree on need for basic voluntary norms for responsible ICT use
CSA had previously signed six MOU with Australia, France, India, the Netherlands, the UK, the US, and a Joint Declaration on cybersecurity cooperation with Germany.
Two new initiatives launched by tertiary educational institutions in Singapore to cultivate technopreneurial talent
For the Lean LaunchPad, NUS, NTU, SMU and SUTD will run thematic tracks on specific technology domains, including life sciences, robotics, physical sciences & water technology.
Singapore government launching an enhanced IP framework to connect publicly-funded R&D to enterprises
NRF recently awarded grants to 9 public-private cybersecurity research projects, exploring applications as deep learning anti-malware solutions and e-logistics on the Blockchain.
New steps from Singapore Government to build cybersecurity capabilities in Singapore and ASEAN region in collaboration with industry
“Globally, we are confronted with a pressing problem of a shortage of cybersecurity professionals and the government cannot grow the cybersecurity workforce and the ecosystem alone.”
Global Internet Report 2017 highlights emerging security digital divide and threats to global interconnectedness
The report finds a sense of both optimism and disillusionment about the promise of the Internet and says that the the key is to put humanity at the centre of the online world.
Monetary Authority of Singapore signs FinTech cooperation agreement with Securities Commission Malaysia
MAS has signed agreements with overseas financial regulators from several jurisdictions, including UK, France, Korea, Switzerland, Denmark and Thailand for FinTech cooperation.
Dubai Health Authority launches new medical fitness and occupational screening system reducing human intervention to almost zero
The system is integrated with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai (GDRFA-D) and the relevant data will be retrieved directly from GDRFA.
Monetary Authority of Singapore announces finalists for 2017 Global FinTech Hackcelerator and FinTech Awards
“The sustained interest in these initiatives reflects the growth and evolution of the Singapore FinTech ecosystem.”
A*STAR to sign MoU with 13 companies kicking off Industrial Internet of Things initiative focusing on digitalisation of industrial customer care
The consortium will comprise MNCs, Large Local Enterprises, SMEs, as well as start-ups, with the companies bringing capabilities spanning across the entire IIoT value chain.
MOM Singapore crowdsourcing technological solutions to reduce work?related fatal vehicular accidents
Awarded applications will be able to test?bed their R&D prototypes or deploy their Ready-to-Go solutions in real?world environments.
Australian government introducing legislation to remove double taxation of digital currency
This is among the steps announced in the 2017-18 Budget to promote FinTech innovation and growth.
DTA assumes responsibility for Australian government’s key data platforms
“The DTA works on many whole-of-government solutions and it makes sense to roll over these data platforms which interact closely with work the DTA already does.”
One-stop model service centre launched in Dubai offering government service packages around birth, marriage and employment
Bundling relevant government services across different agencies reduces their need to seek out and transact with multiple government agencies.
New Zealand government investing NZ$248 million over 5 years in 68 new science research projects
Successful applications encompass a wide range of technologies from bio printing to charging technology for electric vehicles, from machine learning to AR/ VR.
