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City University of Hong Kong Receives HK$20 Million Donation to Support Computing Research and Regional Talent Development
6+ hour, 27+ min ago (281+ words) The donation was announced during a cheque presentation ceremony on 23 June, jointly hosted by Prof Lee Chun-sing, Acting President of City UHK, and Mr Liang Bin, Chairman of the Board of the Global School of Technology & Management. The university has…...
Malaysia Introduces Improvements Ahead of Early Access to BUDI Diesel Subsidy System
7+ hour, 56+ min ago (505+ words) The transition to BUDI Diesel is intended to ensure that diesel subsidies reach eligible Malaysians while closing loopholes that have cost the country billions of ringgit each year. After listening to feedback and appeals from the public, the MADANI Government…...
India Outlines Roadmap for Green Urea Production
16+ hour, 7+ min ago (389+ words) Officials emphasised that coordinated support across ministries will be necessary to make green fertiliser production economically viable. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has allocated "19, 744 crore to expand green energy infrastructure and strengthen India's clean energy ecosystem. Meanwhile, the…...
Vietnam: Shared Data Infrastructure Drives Digital Transformation
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (267+ words) The initiative focuses on aligning data standards, integrating national databases and ensuring information can be securely shared across ministries, sectors and local authorities. Officials emphasise that fragmented data systems remain a barrier to efficient public administration. Without common standards and…...
Singapore: Youth Urged to Retain Human Judgment in AI Era
23+ hour, 51+ min ago (378+ words) Singapore's Minister of State for Education and Digital Development and Information, Jasmin Lau, has urged students to retain human judgement, relationships and initiative as artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in daily life. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 10th ITE'VTC…...
Singapore: New Institute to Strengthen the Nation's AI-Driven Financial Future
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (325+ words) The new institute consolidates several collaborative programmes already led by MAS and industry partners. In the area of AI, initiatives such as the Mind Forge AI Risk Management Toolkit have been co-developed by banks, insurers, asset managers and technology firms…...
India Marks MSME Day 2026 With Launch of New Digital Platforms for Small Businesses
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (237+ words) Samadhaan 2. 0 Portal: This platform will allow MSMEs to report and track delayed payments owed by central ministries, departments, central public sector enterprises and other government entities. The system introduces a dedicated online mechanism for mandatory monthly reporting of outstanding dues,…...
The Philippines: Baguio City Police Expands Digital Road Safety Campaign
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (596+ words) The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) is expanding its road safety efforts by using digital platforms, social media creators and real-time information tools to reach motorists and commuters. Officials say the approach reflects changing public communication habits, with video-based messaging…...
China Sets 2030 Target for Clean, Low-Carbon Energy System
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (457+ words) The plan, covering the 15th Five-Year Plan period from 2026 to 2030, aims to reinforce national energy security while accelerating the transition towards non'fossil energy sources. It also emphasises technological self'reliance, stronger infrastructure and improved market structures to support the transformation of the…...
Singapore Sets Out Strategy to Strengthen Role as Trusted Financial Connector
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (341+ words) A central priority is strengthening Singapore's ability to connect capital to growth across Asia. Mr Gan noted that businesses increasingly require a broader range of funding sources beyond traditional bank lending, including venture capital, private credit, securitisation and public markets....