Thailand working to attract tech investment
The new ‘Thailand Plus’ package includes a measure for STEM development wherein expenses spent hiring new highly skilled manpower, in fields of science and tech will be entitled to special deduction.
NUS researchers create STAMP technology – a less invasive biopsy procedure
STAMP achieved a high diagnostic accuracy of above 94 per cent for diagnosis of breast cancer. It also provided crucial clinical information which is usually obtained post-surgery.
Singapore and China researchers propose process flow for 3D printing of miniature soft robotic actuators
These miniature small soft robots are very useful for navigating within small and space-restricted areas and for controlling small objects.
Pushing forward Thailand 4.0
Thailand is pushing forward with its tech-driven economic goals through tax incentives, smart visas, better infrastructure and a highly-skilled workforce.
Malaysia will fully adopt 5G by 2023
Malaysia regards digital technology as the driving factor for innovation and growth in many important areas including diplomacy which will be aided by 5G tech.
Vietnam’s 5G rollout plan
Vietnam plans to become one of the first countries to pilot 5G technology. Results from the implementation of the first official 5G connection far exceeded existing speeds and is a key step in commercialisation of the technology in 2020.
Autonomous cars can increase older people’s independence
The trial looks into how autonomous vehicles could increase mobility for older people and help keep them connected with their family and community.
