Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia Cooperate to Grow Digital Economy
The three countries are coming together to explore untapped trade and investment opportunities in the digital economy through collaborative efforts and knowledge sharing, as experts recognise the transformative potential of digital transformation in the region.
India’s Digital Solutions Go Global
The MoUs signify a global initiative to share India’s digital solutions, particularly the India Stack, to boost digital transformation and cooperation, fostering bilateral and multilateral collaboration in the field of information and communication tech
India’s New AR/VR App for Memory Studies
The MovingMemory app, introduced by IIT-Madras, digitally reconstructs personal memories at historic sites and offers virtual tours of iconic Indian places. It will be made available on Android, iOS, and browser-based platforms.
AI-Based Chatbot to Support Indian Farmers
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has integrated an AI-based Chatbot into an app for a government scheme to financially support farmers. It offers information about application status, payment details, and eligibility inquiries.
Anti-Spam Initiatives Reshape Vietnam Telecom Sector
The nation has reduced the sale of spam and unauthorised SIM cards through stringent measures, leading to positive outcomes in the country’s telecom market, including decreased sales of junk SIM cards and improved control over SIM card distribution.
India: Mobile Soil Quality Assessment for Farmers
The device aims to address contamination issues in rural India. The device provides a user-friendly readout of soil quality through a mobile application, targeting accessibility for non-experts.
Vietnam Plans Phasing Out 2G for 4G and 5G
Vietnam is set to shut down its 2G network by December, paving the way for more advanced telecom tech. The move will reduce 2G subscriptions to under 5% by the end of 2023, with a complete shutdown scheduled for 2024.
India Transforming Agricultural Data Governance
The Unified Portal for Agricultural Statistics will address data-related governance challenges in agriculture like the lack of standardised and verified data. It aims to support policymakers in decision-making.
Vietnam’s Nationwide Digital Transformation Centres
The government is establishing digital transformation centres in cities and provinces across the country, aiming to provide guidance, business-oriented applications and resources to facilitate embracing digitalisation.
Digital Inclusion in the Age of Emerging Tech
TRAI has released a consultation paper to address concerns regarding the accessibility and affordability of services that rely on broadband connections, particularly among marginalised communities.
