Dubai to Introduce World’s First Flying Taxi Early Next Year
Dubai, renowned for its innovation and luxury, is set to pioneer a groundbreaking advancement in urban transportation with the world’s first flying taxi. Joby Aviation, a California-based air-taxi company, has forged a partnership with the Dubai government to launch air taxi services in the city, slated to commence in 2026, with potential initial operations as […]
Empowering ASEAN Citizens: Google and ASEAN Foundation Launch Digital Literacy Initiative
Google.org and the ASEAN Foundation have joined forces to introduce the ASEAN Digital Literacy Program (ADLP), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at elevating digital literacy among citizens across the ASEAN region, equipping them with essential skills to navigate the digital landscape effectively, according to Pattayamail published on March 22, 2024. The unveiling of the ASEAN Digital […]
Singapore New National Plan Commits Over US$15 Million on Scholarships for 15,000 Top Students to Study AI Technology
Singapore has unveiled an ambitious plan to bolster its global standing in business and innovation by injecting more than S$1 billion, equivalent to over US$743 million, into artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives over the next five years. The announcement came as part of Singapore’s 2024 National Budget, demonstrating a strategic push towards technological advancement and economic […]
Cambodia Pioneers Digital Education with Launch of First Digital University in Kampong Speu Province
The Cambodian government has taken a significant step towards advancing digital education by issuing a sub-decree to establish the country’s inaugural digital university in Kampong Speu province. Sub-Decree No. 60, signed by Prime Minister Hun Manet on 22 March 2024, heralds the establishment of the Digital University of Cambodia (DUC), a pioneering private higher education […]
China-Cambodia Satellite Collaboration Enhances Protected Area Management
China’s Siwei Surveying and Mapping Technology Co., LTD is poised to forge a groundbreaking partnership with Cambodia’s Ministry of Environment (MoE), aiming to revolutionize the management, conservation, and protection of protected areas and forests through satellite technology. This significant development emerged from a productive meeting between Dr. Eang Sophalleth, Minister of Environment, and Mr. Zhang […]
Vietnam Spends US$63m to Build 5,000 New BTS Stations, Ranking 5th in APEC
Viettel Construction Joint Stock Corporation has embarked on a substantial investment project, committing 1,460.4 billion VND (approximately US$63.5 million) to construct 5,000 Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) for lease in 2024. This expansive project will span all 63 provinces and cities in Vietnam, aiming to bolster Viettel Construction’s BTS station count to a total of 9,975 […]