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🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) 🤔 Blockchain isn't just used for crypto! Find out the other ways to tap on this tech 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0304 (2) 🤖 Free AI training programme aims to prepare 15,000 students for STEM careers 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0305 (3) 🪖 Check out our homegrown defence tech innovations 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0306 -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

📣 #GovTechisHiring Software Engineers TechHunt, our signature recruitment event, is back in person this year. We are hiring thinkers and doers who share our passion to build #TechForPublicGood. Here’s how you can apply: 1️⃣ Submit your application at go.gov.sg/applytechhunt2022 2️⃣ If you’re shortlisted, you’ll be invited to attend the event to network with our GovTechies and take on our coding challenge and assessments 3️⃣ Hear back from us within 48 hours on your application results if you are successful! 🗓 Application for Software Engineers will close on 15 Aug, 2359. 😉 Sounds exciting? Find out more at go.gov.sg/techhunt2022 -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) 1.5m Singaporeans receiving up to $700 in GST vouchers in Aug. GovCash (a GovTech product) will replace cheques as the mode of payment this year. 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0301 (2) Singapore pilots sustainable way to grow our data centre capacity 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0302 (3) How is the Singapore's Government going to legally regulate the metaverse? 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0303 -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

👾 #TechOfTheFuture 👾 How familiar are you with Web 3.0? 🤓 Learn more about the different versions of the Web and its evolution! Learn how Web 3.0 is making its way into society, bringing about a semantic Web through artificial intelligence, transparent transactions for businesses (thanks to Blockchain and cryptocurrency), a fully decentralised Web, and constant connection wherever we are! Which feature of Web 3.0 do you think will make the most difference in our society? 🤔 P.S Check out the comments for the images! -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we're 👀 for Tech Associates to join us via our Technology Associate Programme (TAP)! A great opportunity for those who have recently graduated with less than 2 years of work experience. If you know how to think big, have fun and get stuff done, and have a passion for technology, APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0102 Applications for TAP close on 31 August 2022. 🤗 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. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🛎 New #Singpass Security Page 🛎 Would you hand over your physical identity card to just anyone? 🙅🏻‍♀️ Your Singpass is your digital identity to access thousands of services and contains personal information. Treat it with care, just as you would with your physical identity card! ⭐️ Join us in the fight against evolving scams. Learn how scammers might reach you, what to look out for, and how you can actively protect your digital identity: 🔗go.gov.sg/even-safer-singpass 🔖 Bookmark and revisit the page to stay updated on the latest security tips. Protect your family and friends by sharing this with them! -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we're 👀 a Product Manager for LifeSG! If you are proactive, have proven product management experience in a fast-paced and agile environment, and demonstrated the ability to be a key influencer in the team's strategy, APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0101 🤗 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. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

✨☪️ Wishing our Muslim community a blessed Selamat Hari Raya Haji ☪️✨ Share with us some of the traditions your family makes sure they will never miss in the comments! Learn more about the importance of this day here. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) A slew of measures will be implemented by the Government to ensure that phone users can interact with SMSes safely 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-298 (2) Army camps to be integrated with smart technologies as part of SAF's digital transformation efforts 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-299 🌎 #WORLD 🌎 (3) China accelerates towards a digital, intelligent future with the help of 5G 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-300 -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🪖 #LifeSG NS55 Credits updates 🪖 The NS55 credits have been disbursed progressively to past and present National Servicemen via the LifeSG mobile app from 1 July onwards. The credits will appear on your homepage under “Benefits and support”. If your card is showing $0, wait for an SMS to inform you when your credits are in! 🤔 Got a question on NS55 credits? Head over to MINDEF's FAQ page here to find out more. 🟢 Download the LifeSG app now to use the credits once they’ve been disbursed to you: 🔗 https://go.life.gov.sg/EcSc -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we're 👀 a Cybersecurity Specialist in Data Security! If you have experience in IT security consultancy, knowledge of security technologies and products, identity and access management, and cloud design and architecture, APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0100 🤗 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. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

📣 #CONTEST 📣 Calling all parents! Racking your brain over how to keep the little ones engaged over the weekends? 🤔 We've got you covered! 🤗 Encourage your child to unleash their creativity this school break by entering our drawing contest with their most imaginative artwork! Everyone is welcome to participate – this contest is open to all ages! 🏆 Stand a chance to win exclusive GovTech Swags, including a totebag, mobile stand, mouse pad and more! The top 3 winners will be chosen based on the public’s vote on Instagram Stories and on our Telegram channel between 13-15 July. Visit those channels at 🔗 go.gov.sg/connectwithgovtech 😎 How to participate: 1. Download and complete any one of the template at 🔗 go.gov.sg/gt-contest-jun22 2. Upload your ✨ p i c a s s o ✨ art piece in the same link above by 10 July, 2359 For contest terms & conditions, head to: 🔗 go.gov.sg/gt-contest-jun22-tnc 🎨 All the best! -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🛎 #TraceTogether Tokens Updates 1️⃣ From 1 July (today), SingPost’s direct delivery service for first-time issuance of TraceTogether Tokens will cease its services. 2️⃣ From 1 August, TraceTogether Token counters at Community Clubs/Centres (CCs) will only operate from Saturday to Monday. These counters will be open at all 108 CCs. 3️⃣ The TraceTogether Token vending machines currently found in malls will also cease operations from 1 August. Members of the public who need a new Token or a replacement Token may visit the TraceTogether counters during the operating hours. You can replace your old Tokens at vending machines placed in the CCs. The list of CC counters and vending machine locations can be found at 🔗 https://token.gowhere.gov.sg. Members of the public can also switch to or continue to use the TraceTogether App should there be a need to reactivate contact tracing. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

😷 Here's how to get your Recovery HealthCert ⭐️ If you have recently recovered from Covid-19 and fulfil other eligibility requirements, you can now retrieve your Recovery HealthCert from Notαrise! 🔗 notarise.gov.sg The document will allow entry to countries that recognise it for travel. Watch the video to find out more! For the latest, relevant updates and a list of FAQs, check out: 🔗 https://safetravel.ica.gov.sg/departing/overview 🔗 go.gov.sg/notarise-faq. ⭐️ Note: You do not need both Vaccination and Recovery HealthCerts to travel. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

📚 #HistoryofTech - SIM Cards 📚 📱 If you own a phone, you probably own a sim card too! Sim cards have come a long way since 1991, with the first iteration being as big as a credit card 😮 Watch the video to learn more cool facts about SIM cards -- which if you don't know yet, SIM stands for Subscriber Identity Module! If you prefer to read, check out our article at 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-technews-041 -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🔥 #HotJoboftheWeek! 🔥 #GovTechisHiring and we're 👀 a Communications and Integrated Marketing Senior Manager! If you have experience in marketing tech, digital marketing strategies, CRM/CDP solutions, and have a proven track record of successfully executing publicity plans that taps on integrated platforms, APPLY NOW: 👉 go.gov.sg/tg-hjotw-0099 🤗 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. -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🗞 #TechNewsRoundup 🗞 🇸🇬 #SINGAPORE 🇸🇬 (1) Community care sector to get $18m under new initiative to drive digital efforts and increase productivity and job satisfaction in related organisations 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0295 (2) Under the new proposed Internet rules, social media platforms will be legally required to implement safety standards and content moderation processes 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0296 🌎 #WORLD 🌎 (3) US researchers discover quantum sensors that can detect any electromagnetic pulse 🔗 go.gov.sg/tg-tnr-0297 -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!

🛎 PSA: How to claim your CDC vouchers If you haven't heard, every Singaporean household can now claim an additional $100 in CDC Vouchers! 🥳 Follow the three easy steps in the video: 1️⃣ Claim your vouchers with your Singpass account: 🔗 go.gov.sg/cdcv 2️⃣ Receive your unique voucher link sent via SMS from RedeemSG. Note to only trust link vouchers that starts with "https://voucher.redeem.gov.sg" 3️⃣ Locate participating hawkers and heartland merchants via the Go Where map: 🔗 go.gov.sg/cdcvouchersmerchants Give this video a ❤️ if you found this helpful. Vouchers will expire at the end of this year, so spend away! -- Follow @GovTechBytes for more tech news, tips, events and govt product updates!