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2022-05-20 12:30:41 #TechNewsRoundup

#SINGAPORE
(1) Looking for activities to do this week?
Check out the Digital for Life festival from 21 to 29 May, happening all around the island. Explore how technology can impact your lives at work and at play
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0280

(2) Companies are encouraged to apply for Cyber Essentials, Cyber Trust marks and more with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0281

(3) Travelling soon?
You might no longer need to present your passports or boarding passes at Changi Airport when clearing immigration with the help of biometrics verification technology
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0282

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2022-05-20 11:01:56 #Event: Stack-X Data Science Connect 2022

Join us for a virtual conference that brings together a community of data professionals from the private and public sectors, as senior leaders and technical experts share thought leadership and best practices in Data Transformation, Data Products, Data Engineering, AI Applications and Video Analytics.

7 - 8 July 2022
9.00am – 5.00pm

Register early by 31 May and stand a chance to be invited to an exclusive after-event party on 7 July. Slots are limited

For programme details, visit:
go.gov.sg/stack-x-dsc-programme

Register here:
go.gov.sg/stackx-dsc-gttg

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2022-05-16 12:31:07 #HotJoboftheWeek!

#GovTechisHiring and we're for a Cybersecurity Architect to join our Cybersecurity Consultancy Service team!

If you are experienced in cloud security architecture, network design, applications development, and knowledgable on security practices and techniques to mitigate cloud security risks, APPLY NOW:
go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0093

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2022-05-13 12:30:30 #TechNewsRoundup

#SINGAPORE
(1) What you need to know as birth and death certificates go digital on 29 May
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0277

#WORLD
(2) Taiwan has created an app-based "invisible fence" to help farmers guard their crops
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0278

(3) Taiwan's chip industry is one of the world's largest, and it's stepping up with a zero-waste manufacturing centre
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0279

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2022-05-12 12:30:24 #GovTechStack: STACK-X Meetup Hybrid #Event

Couldn't make it for the Meetup this week? Sign up for the next one happening next week! First 50 on-site registrants will receive an exclusive swag pack

The team from GovWallet, one of GovTech’s latest digital tools, will discuss the technicalities behind this improved way of distributing government payouts. Our speakers Immanuella, Dalson, and Jia Jie will take you through the development journey of improving the user experience for citizens and helping more merchants onboard to the programme.

Find out more and register here:
go.gov.sg/tg-webinar-0041

Details in Singapore Time
: 19 May
: On-site at GovTech's HQ or online on Zoom
: 7 - 8:30pm
: It's FREE!

if you are attending in-person
if you are attending online

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2022-05-11 07:01:48 Redeeming your digital government credits is now a breeze!

In partnership with #GovWallet, #LifeSG app users can now redeem their digital government credits at merchants that accept NETS QR payment!

Just remember to look for the “NETS” icon under the merchant’s QR code before you scan and pay!

Download the LifeSG app to get started:
https://go.life.gov.sg/ADpo

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2022-05-09 12:30:59 #HotJoboftheWeek!

#GovTechisHiring and we're for a Digital Business Analyst to work with our partnered Government Agencies to apply digital technologies to meet Agency, citizens and businesses needs.

If you have development or consulting experience, participated in at least one full software or product development cycle, have strong analytical, conceptualisation and problem-solving skills,
APPLY NOW:
go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0092

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2022-05-06 12:30:27 #TechNewsRoundup

#SINGAPORE
(1) Bought something online, and it has been stuck at customs? ICA is tapping on technology for faster cargo clearance at Tuas Port to manage higher shipment volumes
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0274

#WORLD
(2) Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority is establishing its metaverse HQ in a dynamic virtual world of "The Sandbox"
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0275

(3) Taiwan is using AI to come up with an early medical warning system for ICU patients
go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0276

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2022-05-06 09:01:20 #GovTechStack: STACK-X Meetup Hybrid #Event

Now that community measures have been eased, we can Meetup in-person! First 50 on-site registrants will receive an exclusive swag pack!

Speakers from our Government Digital Services, Shaina and Keith will talk about designing the Singapore Government’s grant administration ecosystem, which consists of the OurSG Grants Portal, the Business Grants Portal, and the Fraud Detection Platform. The tripartite approach facilitates a greatly improved application and administration process for Government assistance to harmonise, streamline, and scale the grant journey as well as provide enhanced grant governance.

Find out more and register here:
go.gov.sg/tg-webinar-0040

Details in Singapore Time
: 12 May
: On-site at GovTech's HQ or online on Zoom
: 7 - 8:30pm
: It's FREE!

if you are attending in-person
if you are attending online

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2022-05-04 12:30:28 #KnowYourTech

Ever wondered how your favourite video-streaming platforms are pushing you personalised recommendations?

The answer is through Big Data!

From predicting severe medical events in patients to forecasting weather, Big Data is a driver of activities across many industries. Watch the video to learn more!.

GovTech is no stranger to using Big Data in building tech for public good too! Learn how we improved the experience of job seekers on MyCareersFuture:
go.gov.sg/tg-technews-040

Let us know in the comments what other uses of Big Data you know of!

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