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Singapore underscores need to build trust as AI continues to evolve
Amidst concerns that artificial intelligence will negatively impact human lives, the Singapore government has advocated the need to build trust and for open industry collaboration so the necessary framework and guidelines can be established to safeguard public safety.
Japan approves second material for Samsung export: Report
Japan has approved the export of hydrogen fluoride to Samsung Electronics, the second material to be allowed since it imposed trade restrictions in South Korea in their diplomatic spat.
Singapore inks Asean partnerships to drive technology patents
A two-year agreement has been signed to prioritise patent applications in emerging technologies such as fintech, cybersecurity, and robotics, which aims to fast-track the turnaround time for initial action to six months.
Twitter bans 936 accounts managed by the Chinese state, aimed at Hong Kong protests
Twitter will also stop accepting ads paid for by state-run news agencies.
Singapore to feel impact of China-US trade dispute if prolonged
Tensions between the two economic powerhouses will lead to fragmented technology markets and, if prolonged, drag down Singapore's economy, says Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who urges both countries to find ways to establish mutual trust.
Kaspersky touts APAC Transparency Center as proving 100% trustworthiness
The company's third global Transparency Center to open next year in Malaysia.
Singapore trade minister urges global 'integration' to drive tech innovation
Trade and Industry Minster Chan Chun Sing points to a "great challenge" today where several countries no longer support integration, putting the global industry at risk of becoming fragmented when companies such as Google, IBM, and PayPal rely on cross-border data flow for growth.
Singapore eases approval process for fintech trials, unveils cybersecurity rules
Monetary Authority of Singapore launches an "express" 21-day route to approval for fintech companies applying to test products in a sandbox environment, and mandates measures aimed at improving cybersecurity posture of financial firms.
US accuses China of being a currency manipulator
The US Treasury has said China is creating an unfair competitive advantage.
APT-doxing group exposes APT17 as Jinan bureau of China's Security Ministry
Intrusion Truth's previous two exposes -- for APT3 and APT10 -- resulted in DOJ charges. Will this one as well?
APAC firms must transform cybersecurity approach
With the number of data breaches escalating and threat landscape fast evolving, Asia-Pacific enterprises will have to think outside the box and transform their cybersecurity strategy, especially since current tools are no longer effective in staving off attacks.
Singapore hopes to groom data protection officers with training framework
Government agency responsible for data protection legislation has released a competency framework and skills roadmap detailing skillsets data protection officers need, and expects more than 500 such professionals to benefit from a year-long pilot training programme.
Singapore's Minister for Culture calls on companies to lead the way with diversity
The government has made the policy changes, now it's time for companies to do something positive with that flexibility.
Singapore's public sector to adopt new measures to tighten data security
Following a "stocktake" of the public sector's security practices, Singapore's government agencies will roll out "technical measures" for existing as well as new systems to beef up data security standards, including automated detection of emails containing sensitive information and stronger encryption for files.
Singapore wants more details on Facebook Libra before deciding on regulatory response
Country's central bank remains in talks with Facebook and wants more details on how the US social media platform plans to implement its cryptocurrency before exploring potential legislation.
Twitter steps in as China-backed accounts try to sway public opinion on Hong Kong
Twitter has banned 936 accounts managed by the Chinese state and it will stop accepting ads paid for by state-run news agencies.
Wary of hacking, China will develop its own operating system for the military
Chinese military won't replace Windows with Linux, but develop a custom OS instead.
Huawei ban: Winners, losers, and what's at stake (a whole lot)
ZDNet's Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow talk with Karen Roby about how the security and trade brouhaha impacts everything from the future of regional carriers and the bottom lines of tech giants to 5G's prospects and consumer's pocketbooks. Read more: https://zd.net/2WzVRbq
Critics say Singapore's bill against fake news could lead to government abuse
If the legislation is passed, social media platforms may be ordered by government to disable accounts spreading fake news.
Singapore health ministry refutes suggestions of HIV data leak coverup
Health Minister Gan Kim Yong says the government had to "balance" the interests of affected individuals and general public after discovering in 2016 the personal data of individuals diagnosed with HIV had been illegally accessed, and only publicly revealed the incident in January 2019.
Japanese government wants to hack its citizens' IoT devices
The Japanese government is working to secure IoT devices before the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, but it's doing so at the expense of citizens' privacy. Read more: https://zd.net/2SfO3t6
TPP 11 will enter into force in December as Australia ratifies
Canada, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, and now Australia have ratified TPP 11, with the Pacific rim trade deal to enter into force on December 30.
Singapore fines Grab-Uber $9.5M over 'anti-competitive' merger
Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore says ride-sharing operator Grab adopted anti-competitive actions following its merger with Uber's regional operations, and fines each company more than S$6 million for the infringement.
Trump working with China to get ZTE back into business
Trump has said that he is working with the president of China to give ZTE 'a way to get back into business, fast'. Read more: https://zd.net/2jV989H
Japan extending startup visas to lure tech talent
To make Japan a more accommodating environment for startup entrepreneurs, the government is reportedly set to launch a nationwide one-year visa program, extending its current six-month program that is only available in Tokyo and Fukuoka.
How Singapore is catching up on drive to eliminate cash
With six in 10 transactions still involving cash and cheques, Singapore lags behind other cities in e-payments, says Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who urges need for country to keep pace.
China and Europe want to build a Moon village for space tourism
We may dream of colonizing Mars, but in the meantime, a moonbase is on the table.
Vertical forest takes root in China
Two buildings in Nanjing will feature thousands of plants, which should absorb carbon dioxide and produce clean oxygen.
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