Category: Technology

One service provider’s 10-minute charge can last about 30 km, roughly the distance between Raffles Place and Changi Village.SINGAPORE: Electric vehicle (EV) drivers can soon charge their vehicles more conveniently with a growing fleet of mobile charging vans ready to hit the roads. All they need to do is contact firms offering these charging services, …

While the Web3 space is often seen as male-dominated, its transformative potential can be harnessed to uplift underrepresented communities.“When I first entered the Web3 space a year ago, I experienced significant imposter syndrome,” shares Sherawaye Hagger, Head of PR & Communications at Unilever. “The only way I could learn was through hands-on experience, so I …

Dr. Victor Khoo's appointment as co-chair signifies Singapore's leadership in global geospatial policymaking.SINGAPORE: A director at the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) has made history as the first Singaporean appointed as co-chair of the United Nations Expert Group on Land Administration and Management. Dr. Victor Khoo, who serves as the director of survey and geomatics at …

A report reveals that online scams accounted for 81% of cybercrime incidents in Singapore last year.SINGAPORE: Individuals and businesses in Singapore encountered a surge in cybercrime, including phishing and ransomware threats, last year, according to a report released by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) on Monday (Aug 29).In 2021, ransomware incidents reached 137, …

New measures aim to enhance SMS security and combat rising scam incidents.SINGAPORE: The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has put forward a proposal that could require merchants and organisations using SMS sender IDs to register with the SMS Sender ID Registry (SSIR). This initiative is part of a broader strategy to combat scams and enhance …

StarHub did not discuss compensation for affected customers when queried by CNA.SINGAPORE: On Monday (Aug 8), StarHub stated that initial investigations revealed its network was "not tuned to react to the sudden surge of concurrent users," following a wave of complaints from customers regarding broadcast issues during the opening weekend of the Premier League season.Frustrated …

Pioneering initiatives aim to enhance consumer experiences across various sectors.SINGAPORE: The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) announced three new 5G projects on Wednesday (Aug 3) aimed at leveraging the fifth-generation mobile network to enhance consumer experiences in Singapore.These projects, described by IMDA as the region's first in their respective fields, will apply 5G technology in …

Growing Concerns Over Digital Safety Highlight Need for Better Reporting Tools and Public Awareness InitiativesSINGAPORE: On Thursday (July 21), parents and youths expressed that social media platforms could better address Singapore's online safety needs amid rising concerns. During a public consultation on online safety, several participants emphasized that the reporting features on these platforms could …

Enhancements aim to streamline administrative processes and improve training efficiency.SINGAPORE: The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is set to integrate smart technologies across all army camps to enhance administrative processes and allocate more time for training activities.A key feature of this initiative will be a mobile application that enables servicemen to access camp, unit, and training …

Singapore's Push for Cleaner Transport Gains TractionSINGAPORE: Electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for 8.4% of all new car registrations in the first five months of this year, more than doubling the total for all of 2021, Transport Minister S Iswaran announced on Wednesday (Jun 8). This figure reflects a remarkable 20-fold increase compared to the same …