Australian Government invests in Sheep Data Management System to bring farmers into digital age
It was recently announced that the University of New England was given federal funding to develop a modern sheep data management system. The university received $490,000 from the Australian federal government to support the estimated $1 million project.
OpenGov speaks to William D Confalonieri, Deakin University, Australia
Deakin University, Australia’s eighth largest university with 52,000 students, is the first truly smart university in Australia. The smart campus initiative expects to boost student and staff engagement. This, in turn, will facilitate better learning development and help adapt the student body to the digital economy.
New app to help check seniors’ eligibility for government subsidies in Singapore
Singapore’s ageing population is rapidly increasing. By the year 2030, the proportion of elderly will be 14.64 % of the Singapore population. At the same time, the old-age support ratio will be declining to 2:1 in 2030, from 5:1 in 2014.
Thai government receives help from UNCTAD to advance E-Commerce
In 2013, the global worth of business-to-business e-commerce exceeded $15 trillion while business-to consumer reaching $1.2 trillion. These measures from the UNCTAD Information Economy Report 2015 reflect the potential for an e-commerce boom in the coming years.
MIMOS promotes IoT as a way to increase income and opportunities in Agricultural sector
This past week, it was announced that the Malaysian Institute of Microelectronic Systems (MIMOS) will be working to help agriculture and aquaculture production throughout Malaysia with the use of IoT.
Housing and Development Board wins Singapore Energy Award 2015
The Housing and Development Board (HDB) was recently awarded with the Singapore Energy Award 2015 at the Singapore International Energy Week 2015.
South Korean ICT Ministry looks to have 40% of Public Organisations move to the Cloud
On Tuesday, South Korea’s Ministry of Science, ICT, and Future Planning stated they are looking to seek support for cloud computing across the nation. The ministry aims to do this by having more agencies adopting cloud computing services.
Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Finance announces opening of the NUS-A*STAR Clinical Imaging Research Centre
Yesterday, the opening of the Clinical Imaging Research Centre (CIRC) was announced by Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Finance, Singapore. The CIRC was made possible through a joint venture between National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR).
CyberSecurity Malaysia signs MoU with Oman and takes on the security skills gap
Yesterday, CyberSecurity Malaysia facilitated the signing of an agreement to strengthen cyber security cooperation between Malaysia and Oman. The agency also made the announcement that they would hold an information security certification programme to train leaders throughout ASEAN.
Indonesian Chamber of Commerce launches of Online Shopping Site For SMEs
Indonesian Chamber of Commerce (Kadin) launched the website Ukm market as an e-commerce platform for SMEs. Ukm market features a number of Indonesian artisan, health, household, and other products.
Philippines Department of Science and Technology looks at remote sensors to help rice production
It was recently discovered that remote sensors will help increase rice production in the Philippines. Remote sensors have the power to report on agricultural production and spot crop irregularities. This is done by the generation of agricultural insights from using satellite imagery and ground data.
OpenGov speaks to Mr. Ang Kian Seng, BCA, Singapore
The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) recently revamped their Green Mark scheme in early September, marking 10 years since the initial Green Mark scheme was launched. Green Mark works to set parameters and establishes indicators to guide the design, construction and operation of buildings towards increased energy effectiveness and enhanced environmental performance.
Vietnam participates in Information Safety Drills to prevent attacks
Vietnam was the host country for 14 countries participating in the 2015 ASEAN Computer Emergency Response Team Incident Drills (ACID) this past month. These drills were conducted to address cyber security incidence responses.
OpenGov speaks to Mr. Benedict Sulaiman, Siloam Hospitals, Indonesia
This past week, OpenGov had the chance to speak to Mr. Benedict Sulaiman, Head of ICT Operations and Pipeline, Siloam Hospitals, Indonesia about what he is working on and what will he be looking forward to in 2016.
Prime Minister Turnbull is planning to fund tech research group Data61
Supporting Australia’s innovative ability has been one of Mr. Malcolm Turnbull’s key initiatives since taking office. Turnbull continues to invest his attention towards the development of ICT technology, so as to boost Australia as a whole.
Philippines President Benigno Aquino signs in modernisation plan for weather bureau
The Philippines has long been working on solutions to improve disaster response and management. As we recently discovered, NASA was using a rainfall analysis tool to track Typhoon Koppu’s impact on the country.
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key to launch $3m Tech Hub in Wellington
Wellington will be welcoming a great new addition to its city this week, when New Zealand Prime Minister John Key will be launching the $3 million business Tech Hub.
OpenGov speaks to Norizan Binti Harun, Department for Irrigation and Drainage, Malaysia
The Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) has integrated innovative solutions to improve its management of water resources throughout Malaysia. Since they have been under the direction of the Ministry of Natural Resource and Environment, JPS has taken on new and expanded responsibilities over the past few years.
Geospatial intelligence to strengthen Global Transparency and Security in wake of Paris terrorist attacks
This past week, our world was rocked by the Paris terror attacks. A whole city was brought to sorrow and many people across the world mourned with France. As the Islamic State militant threat seems to increase globally, we can’t help but consider what solutions may help our defense against them.
Enriched IT Programme in Secondary Schools programme in Hong Kong launched
Last week, on 7 November, the Hong Kong Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) celebrated the launch of the Enriched IT programme for Secondary Schools. More than 300 students were in attendance for the celebration which kick-started the initiative which aims to increase IT knowledge and skills sharing within secondary education across the territory.
Hong Kong Financial Secretary welcomes future Fintech Innovation
Hong Kong SAR is striving to be a hub for Fintech innovation. As one of Asia’s global financial hubs, it is not so far off from attaining this goal.
Implementation of e-Government to be accelerated in Indonesia
It was recently announced that the Ministry of Communications and Information Indonesia will assign the Project Management Office to help accelerate the implementation of e-Government throughout the country.
Singapore Energy Market Authority awards S$5 mil to Energy Pilot Programme
The Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore, has recently awarded the sum of S$5 million towards the development of Pulau Ubin Micro-grid Test-bed Project Phase 2.
Vietnam to adopt 4G in 2017, after trialing services in 2016
It has been announced that Vietnam will work on providing 4G connectivity, running services on a trial system next year and then making it officially available in the year 2017.
Russia and Vietnam to increase Technology Cooperation between Governments
It was announced earlier this month that Russia and Vietnam are planning for increased technology cooperation between the two governments. They are planning to share knowledge in the areas of education, science, and technology between the two countries.
Digital Service Delivery, a field of concentration for Dato’ Sri Dr. Halim Shafie, MCMC, Malaysia
Dato’ Sri Dr. Halim Shafie is one of Malaysia’s great civil servants. He started his career in the Ministry of Education, Malaysia in 1972 followed by appointments at INTAN, since 1976 and Malaysian Administrative Modernisation and Management Planning Unit (MAMPU), in the Prime Minister’s Department, since 1987.
Dato’ Zainal Abidin Bin Kasim, Deputy Director (Operations), Royal Malaysian Police reacts after terror attacks struck Paris
This week, I caught up with Dato’ Zainal Abidin Bin Kasim, Deputy Director (Operations), Royal Malaysian Police, to discuss what his reactions are after the Paris terror attack and how he plans to step up police activity within Malaysia. Dato’ Zainal Abidin Bin Kasim, Deputy Director (Operations), and former Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police, Chief of Inspector General of Police’s Secretariat (Research & Development) at Royal Malaysia Police Headquarters, has been in the Royal Malaysia Police for over 29 years.
Malaysian PM to set up messaging centre for counter-terrorism and calls on Asean to build a more connected community at ASEAN Summit
As the 27th Asean Summit was held this past weekend, the top government leaders of Asean were gathered in Kuala Lumpur to discuss the most pressing issues to the region.
The Summit also welcomed dialogue partners, including Australia’s Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, China’s Primier Li Keqiang, United States President Barack Obama, United Nations Secretary-general Ban Ki-moon, and others.
The Next Frontier for Innovation and Productivity in the Public Sector, as presented by Mohit Sagar at INTAN Digital Exploration 2015
This past week, INTAN Digital Exploration 2015 was hosted by the National Institute for Public Administration (INTAN) on their campus located in Kuala Lumpur. The event celebrated the government’s journey towards digital transformation, while reminding the public servants of the opportunities provided by advanced technology.
Land Transport Authority helps establish Transport Research Centres to boost Smart Mobility in Singapore
One of the key thrusts of the Smart Nation vision is Smart Mobility. What exactly is that? Smart Mobility represents the end result of technology integration to produce quicker and more efficient transportation systems. The aim is that there is a day where you are not accounting traffic into your commute time, or you do not need to wait extra time to find a spot on the bus or train.
