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[#Contest] What are some tech you have imagined Singapore to have in the future? 😌💭 Let your imagination run wild, and share with us your bold ideas on tech that we can build for the public good. 🟢 Submit your ideas here: go.gov.sg/govtechturns5-totf-contest 🟢 Full T&Cs: go.gov.sg/govtechturns5-totf-tnc ⏰ Contest ends on 20 Oct, 11:59AM. 🎁 We’re looking out for the most creative and relevant submissions! 30 limited edition GovTech goodie bags are up for grabs. Winners will be announced on our social media channels on 25 Oct. #GovTechTurns5

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) Meet the new healthcare Hiro, a robot that disinfects surfaces, reminds polyclinic visitors to put on their masks and more. 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0190 🌎 #WORLD 🌎 (2) Taiwan announces six key industries they will focus on as they speed up their digital transformation with new AI innovations. 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0191 (3) United Arab Emirates launches a new smart app to improve the quality of life for their nurses. 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0192

💻 STACK-X Conference is back! 💻 This time, we discuss all things ☁️ cloud ☁️ with industry partners and public sector practitioners, virtually. Join us if you are in roles like Project Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, Solution Architect and more! ⭐️ Hear practitioners cover topics like cloud landscape and roadmap, share practical lessons on cloud adoption, and the latest enhancements to Government on Commercial Cloud (GCC). Find out more and register here: 👉🏻 https://go.gov.sg/tg-webinar-0029 #GovTechStack #GovTechSG

👀 Are you taking your COVID-19 booster shot or know someone who is going to? We heard your questions on what health status you’ll see on your #TraceTogether App. ✅ Don’t worry, it will remain as “Vaccinated”! ❤️ Do remind your friends and family to continue using their TraceTogether App/Token, as our combined community-driven efforts will help keep us safer. If you face issues getting your vaccination status updated after your second shot, please wait for a few days before submitting query to go.gov.sg/vax-status-query. 🤗 Share this with your family and friends! #GovTechSG

🤔 Have you ever wondered why Bluetooth is called Bluetooth? We've been using this more than two-decades-old tech to connect our wireless devices, and more recently, as a key component in TraceTogether. While the tech itself has evolved over the years, two things remain true: 1️⃣ It's still about short-range transmission 2️⃣ It uses a low amount of power Watch the video or read the full article to find out how it got its name: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-technews029 #TechNews #GovTechSG

🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we’re 👀 for a Data Scientist to join our Quantitative Strategy team to work on data projects! If you can build data science models, confidently present findings to solicit feedback and are familiar with tools such as R, Python, Tableau and Qlik, APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0063 🤗 Share this post with your family/friends who might be interested in this role for their next move! 👉 Visit go.gov.sg/govtechjobs to browse for more jobs.

💻 STACK-X Meetup Webinar 💻 Introducing our first international event with the tech community in the US! 🎉 Hear from our UX designers, Fala and Liren, as they discuss the importance of designing inclusively for the diverse group of users they serve. Sean from DesignMap will be sharing his observations of the UX/UI industry over the years and how it is still evolving. Find out more and register here: 👉🏻 go.gov.sg/tg-webinar-0028 Details in Singapore Time 🗓: 15 Oct (Friday) 📍: Zoom ⏰: 9:00 - 10:00am 💵: It's FREE! #TechforPublicGood #GovTechStack

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) More devices have been certified under our national's Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme. Labelled devices are less likely to encounter cyber incidents. Find out more: 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0187 🌎 #WORLD 🌎 (2) Indonesia has one of the most competitive and dynamic FinTech industry in ASEAN. They have recently launched a super app to support financial inclusion. Learn more: 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0188 (3) China's brain-inspired computing team explores uncharted AI territory. The tech was created based on neuromorphic engineering and general AI. Read on: 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0189 --- 🔽 Which country's tech are you curious about? Let us know in the comments below!

⚠️ ALERT! ⚠️ We are aware of a fake TraceTogether website that features a page for users to key in their mobile number to check for possible COVID-19 exposure. ⛔️ This is a phishing attempt - please DO NOT provide your phone number if you see a version of the website that asks for this information. We have submitted a police report and notified the administrator to take down the fake website. ✅ The official website for TraceTogether is at https://www.tracetogether.gov.sg. ✅ You will only be asked for your mobile number within the TraceTogether app at the point of signing up for an account. ✅ Any notifications on possible COVID-19 exposures will be sent to you via SMS. 🧐Spotted a phishing website? 👉 Please call the Anti-Scam Hotline at 1800-722-6688 to provide the details or make a submission at www.police.gov.sg/iwitness. ✨Let’s stay alert! Share this with your friends and family to let them know ✨ #SCScamAlert #GovTechSG

[#Contest] #GovTechTurns5 🥳 Celebrate with us by sharing what your favourite GovTech product or service is and why: ➡️ go.gov.sg/govtechturns5-favegovtechapp-contest ➡️ Full T&Cs: go.gov.sg/govtechturns5-favegovtechapp-tnc We're looking out for the most creative, inspiring and relevant submissions 😌 30 limited edition GovTech goodie bags are up for grabs. Contest ends 11 Oct, 11.59am! We'll announce winners on 18 Oct on our social media channels, remember to follow us there too!

🎧 Did you know that GovTech has a podcast series on Spotify? Follow our channel and listen to the latest #GovTechAway podcast on "What is Data Science to a Data Scientist"! ▶️ https://go.gov.sg/tg-govtechspotify Psst, listen till the end for tips on how you can kickstart a career in Data Science 😉

🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we’re 👀 for a Solution Architect (Cloud-Native) to work on end-to-end architecture and create high impact IT solutions. If you have the ability to translate business requirements into application architectural specifications, have experience as a technical lead and system architect, and interest in raising our collective technical competencies - APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0062 🤗 Share this post with your family/friends who might be interested in this role for their next move! 👉 Visit go.gov.sg/govtechjobs to browse for more jobs.

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) How are the visual impaired navigating the pandemic in Singapore? 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0184 🌎 #WORLD 🌎 (2) Save the 🐨! South Australia government will be using facial recognition drones to aid with Koala conservation 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0185 (3) 🚀💰 Chile central bank announced plans to roll-out its own digital currency in 2022 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0186 --- 🔽 How can we build more inclusive and accessible tech? Let us know your suggestions in the comments!

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🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we’re 👀 for a Web Developer to design and develop web applications our Sensors and Internet of Things capability centre. If you have the ability to translate user requirements into thoughtful application design, are knowledgeable in frontend coding languages (e.g. HTML, CSS, React or JavaScript) and want an opportunity to work on backend or mobile applications, APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0061 🤗 Share this post with your family/friends who might be interested in this role for their next move! 👉 Visit go.gov.sg/govtechjobs to browse for more jobs.

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) AI is used in the legal field to help lawyers become more efficient and service-orientated, but not used to replace them 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0181 🌎 #WORLD 🌎 (2) 🇹🇼 Taiwan is exploring digital transformation in a post COVID-19 economy 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0182 (3) 🇺🇸 Multiple cities in the United States are getting wider deployments of their self-guided delivery robots 🌟⏩ go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0183 Let us know in the discussion chat below what kind of tech news you would like to see more of! ⬇️⬇️

👨‍💻 #TechNews 👩‍💻 He was first introduced to coding with HTML language and Microsoft FrontPage in primary school. That sparked his interest to pursue programming more seriously, and he now holds a Masters in Information Systems. As a Senior DevOps Engineer at GovTech, Zui Young is proud to have worked on many projects that have helped to improve the lives of fellow citizens. 🇸🇬 An inspiration to all of us! Read his story here: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-technews028