Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaHong Kong Explores AI Use in Public Service DeliveryHong Kong’s Digital Policy Office (DPO) convened government officials, legislators and technology sector representatives on 17 August 2026 to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) could support the transformation of public service delivery. The exchange session focused on practical AI applications in government operations, including workflow optimisation, complaint handling and data analysis. According to the official […] (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·17 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostAI chipmaker Biren projects up to 22-fold revenue surge amid China’s hi-tech boomChinese artificial intelligence chipmaker Biren Technology projects that its first-half revenue could shoot up by up to 2,107 per cent amid the AI hardware boom, joining industry peers like Hygon Information Technology and Cambricon Technologies in reporting accelerating demand for home-grown chips. The Shanghai-based graphics processing unit (GPU) maker, which debuted on the Hong Kong stock exchange in January, estimated revenue for the first six months of 2026 to reach between 1.15 billion... (opens original source in a new tab)Ann Cao·17 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaSingapore: MPA Uses Digital Technologies to Strengthen Maritime SafetySingapore is strengthening maritime safety through real-time data integration, digital reporting systems and trials of autonomous and remotely operated marine technologies. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·17 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostChinese robots on the march despite tech war hurdlesDid the stair-climbing Chinese robot vacuum or flying robovac prototypes that wowed visitors at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas go into production? American consumers will probably not find out. Nor will US businesses and households get to buy Iron, Xpeng’s humanoid robot, so lifelike it had to be unzipped on stage to convince onlookers it was a machine. Even Elon Musk, whose Tesla is developing Optimus, praised his Chinese competitor’s model. The next generation of the dancing.. (opens original source in a new tab)Wency Chen,Daniel Ren·17 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)South China Morning PostHong Kong firm bets on Chinese open-weight models to rival CoreWeaveThe rise of Chinese open-weight models has shaken up the global artificial intelligence (AI) market in recent months. With China’s systems offering high performance at a lower cost, businesses around the world are looking at shifting away from Silicon Valley’s leading providers. Now, a new Hong Kong-based company aims to turn that trend into a billion-dollar business. The “neo-cloud” provider Antimatter is helping firms switch from the dominant US models – and the cloud systems that serve them – (opens original source in a new tab)Xinmei Shen·17 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaThailand Launches Digital Shield Forum to Boost Online ResilienceThailand is strengthening digital resilience through a nationwide Digital Shield campaign combining tech, cross-sector cooperation and public digital literacy to combat online scams and cyber threats. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaMalaysia: 2040 Plan Strengthens Penang’s Semiconductor AmbitionsPenang is seeking to strengthen its position in the semiconductor sector by moving beyond assembly and testing into higher-value activities including chip design, system architecture and prototype development. According to the Draft Penang State Structure Plan 2040, the state aims to become a leading semiconductor design hub in ASEAN by 2040 while also expanding advanced […] (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaVietnam: Hanoi Expands Smart Policing with UAVs, AI and Digital KiosksHanoi is expanding policing with UAVs, AI cameras and smart police kiosks using digital identity, voice recognition and data systems to strengthen public security, traffic management and digital services. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaThe Philippines: Advancing Digital Broadcasting for Disaster AlertsThe Philippines is strengthening digital broadcasting and disaster resilience by requiring digital TVs to support emergency alerts while advancing the transition from analogue to digital television. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaAustralia: Satellite Connectivity Boosts Queensland’s Emergency ResponseQueensland is deploying satellite communication units to more than 400 rural fire brigades to strengthen emergency connectivity, firefighter safety and disaster response in remote communities. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaIndonesia Expands QRIS Fee Relief and Launches Domestic Credit CardBank Indonesia has launched a new domestically processed credit card system and expanded its QRIS Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) relief policy as part of broader efforts to strengthen Indonesia’s digital financial ecosystem. Announced during the country’s 81st Independence Day celebrations on 17 August 2026, the measures are intended to improve payment efficiency, widen access to […] (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaIndia Expands Digital Outreach to Address Rising Rural DiabetesIndia is strengthening its focus on preventive healthcare and digital health delivery as diabetes cases increase in rural communities. Speaking at the launch of the RSSDI Rural Outreach Digital Portal and the VISHWAS diabetes awareness video library, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said community-led and technology-enabled approaches would be essential to improve early diagnosis, treatment […] (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·16 August 2026
