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Digital Transformation

How will tech be impacting New Zealand by 2030?

Tech is already New Zealand’s third-biggest sector, with demand for software programmers rising 11 per cent a year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2018

Big Data

Satellite sensing detects global water movement

Free browser access lets users track 30 years of shifting surface water, with satellite data showing major land gains and reservoir growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018

Physical Security

Trenchless technology minimises disruption

Lower-cost pipe repairs are helping cities cut sewage leaks and avoid roadworks as ageing sewer networks come under pressure.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 24th Sep 2017

Risk & Compliance

Global work-related accidents and injuries cost billions

Work-related illness and injury are stripping 3.9 per cent from global GDP each year, as poor safety measures carry a heavy economic toll.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017

Agricultural Technology

How to have a renewable energy world by 2050

A shift to wind, water and solar could cut air pollution deaths, create millions of jobs and save trillions in health costs by 2050.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017

Internet of Things

Kiwi furniture company leading the world

Up to 40 per cent of PLN Group’s revenue now comes from overseas clients as it eyes expansion into Europe and North America.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

Smart Cities

Future cities about liveability and well-being

Experts say better planning of homes and streets could cut health costs and improve liveability in future cities.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017

Smart Cities

Future cities are about liveability and well-being

Affordable housing and healthier neighbourhoods are being cast as the key to cutting future city costs and improving residents’ well-being.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017

Global Stories

Singapore stories

Data Privacy

Singapore the sixth APEC economy to commit to responsible data sharing

Both the CBPR and PRP systems require organisations to develop and implement data protection policies that align with the APEC Privacy Framework.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Mar 2018

Network Infrastructure

Metronode's Perth DC to land subsea cable linking Asia

Metronode's Shenton Park data centre in Perth has been chosen as the landing station for a new subsea cable connecting Singapore and Perth via Indonesia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017

Supply Chain

Public feedback demands clarity in Singapore's draft Cybersecurity Bill

Stakeholders' feedback on Singapore's draft Cybersecurity Bill highlights a need for clearer regulations and concerns over the proposed licensing framework.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2017

Hyperscale

Singapore most robust data center market in APAC; Aussie ranks fifth

Singapore tops APAC data center market, excelling in infrastructure and stability, with Australia ranking fifth. Capacity to grow amid robust investment.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017

Smart Cities

The ins and outs of securely operating the enterprise cloud

Today, and more than ever before, a multi-layered approach to cloud security is no longer an option but a requirement.

By Jimmy Fitzgerald • 5 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Singapore stories

Phishing

Kaspersky Lab appoints new general manager for Southeast Asia

Kaspersky Lab appoints Yeo Siang Tong as new general manager for Southeast Asia, with focus on strategic growth in key markets.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Mar 2018

Hyperscale

Hong Kong multi-tenant data center market continues to edge out Singapore

Hong Kong's multi-tenant data center market continues to outpace Singapore's, maintaining its lead despite land constraints, reveals 451 Research.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2018

Hyperscale

Digital Realty adds Colt connectivity to Singapore data centers

Digital Realty bolsters Singapore hubs with Colt's high-speed connectivity, fuelling local digital transformation.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2018

Digital Signage

NEC contributes biometric & sensor tech to Singapore public safety trials

The security trials, conducted over a 12-month period, were held both in and near Jurong Island as part of the Safety and Security Industry Programme.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2018