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Do you know how to spot suspicious activity in your email inbox? Check out our quick guide to prevent yourself from falling prey to phishing, spam and malicious links or attachments. Stay safe everyone! Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews

Did you know? Malware can be uploaded onto devices through phishing campaigns disguised as communication sent by entities claiming to be local or internal health agencies. In times of a pandemic, we need to be extra careful online. Safeguard your privacy and data with our quick guide on how to prevent malicious software from latching onto your desktop and mobile phone. Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews

Technology has been supporting the fight against #COVIDー19. By open sourcing the code behind #TraceTogether, the Singapore Government hopes to contribute to global efforts and help countries develop similar contact tracing solutions quickly. Read more here: https://go.gov.sg/six-things-about-opentrace Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews

📣 *TraceTogether just launched!* Contact tracing is vital in our battle to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. To help with this resource-intensive and painstaking work, our GovTech engineers co-developed the new TraceTogether app with the Ministry of Health. If you've unknowingly had close contact with someone who caught COVID-19, whether you know the person or not, the app will help contact tracers get in touch with you more quickly! 📱 *How does the app work?* It estimates the proximity between app users and the duration of encounters through the exchange of short-distance Bluetooth signals between mobile phones. The app does not collect any personal details and geolocation data. 🛡 *Let’s fight this together!* Download TraceTogether now for Android and iOS and turn on Bluetooth to play a part in community-driven contact tracing. When more people use the app, we will be safer together! More info at https://go.gov.sg/tracetogether

Everyone has been stepping up precautionary measures this season to ensure safety and reduce the risk of an infection. A bunch of GovTechies, from the Sensors and IoT team, have also been using #techforpublicgood. They have put together an automated and contactless temperature-taking system, for a safer and more efficient way of measuring one’s temperature. Learn more about the prototype here: go.gov.sg/temp-taking-system

With the rapid shift in the digital landscape, cybercriminals are evolving their nefarious tactics. It pays to have an understanding of these potential and emerging threats. Read up on five trends from our cybersecurity analyst and what measures you can take to protect yourself: https://go.gov.sg/cybersec-trends-to-note Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews

📝 Deep dive into how engineers at the Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine Singapore (TCOMS) are powering winds of change for the marine industry. 💻 Utilising data analytics and smart sensing technology, the centre will feature the world’s deepest Deepwater Ocean Basin facility with wave and currents generation facility. These can simulate harsh ocean environments. 📝 The recreation of waves up to 30 metres high will allow testing anything from conventional offshore structures to underwater robotics! Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews and social media channels.

[Lunar New Year - Promotion] Celebrate this Lunar New Year with bundled goodness, just like the Moments of Life app which bundles different Government services into a single platform just for you. Simply download the Moments of Life app and flash the homescreen to redeem. 📍10 Mr Bean Outlets 📆 25 Jan 2020 to 1 Feb 2020 ⚠️ While stocks last. T&Cs apply Visit go.gov.sg/molmrbean for more details.

GovTech wishes everyone a happy Chinese New Year and good fortune!

Join Martin Fowler, Chief Scientist at Thoughtworks, during STACK as he shares what makes good #software design and best practices to deliver great products. STACK is the #tech event of the year to connect government, industry and the tech community. Register today and benefit from our early bird price before 31 January 2020: https://go.gov.sg/stack-agenda

For many, the term “blockchain” is associated with cryptocurrency. But it is much bigger than that! It has the potential to transform how data is exchanged across various sectors as well as how verification is done. Check out how it’s advancing our Smart Nation developments. Also read on OpenCerts, one such initiative tapping on the power of blockchain: https://go.gov.sg/opencerts-platform Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews

Your computer should have a fresh start in the new year too! 🥳 Try these simple tips this weekend to optimise and declutter your system. Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews and social media channels (details in info page)

Get 2020 off to a great start with STACK, Singapore’s largest government-led developers conference! With over 80 tracks, 60 speakers and workshops there’ll be something for all techies! Check out the programme and sign up now to enjoy early bird rates: http://govtechstack.sg/agenda

GovTech wishes everyone a #HappyNewYear!⁣

As 2019 comes to an end, we glance back at some of the highs of the year! We thank all our fans for their support and look forward to another great year as we continue to harness tech for the public good. View the highlights here: https://go.gov.sg/year-in-review-2019 Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews

And while we are in the season of giving, here is a shiny new sticker pack for all our followers: https://go.gov.sg/govtech-sticker-pack Get your friends and family to follow us on “GovTechBytes”! Three lucky followers will stand a chance to win X-mini Xoundbars this festive season. Contest ends on 31 December 2359 hours. Happy holidays!

Season’s Greetings from all of us at #GovTech! May your holiday be filled with lots of love.

Share some of these apps that could help keep your grandparents in touch with their friends and family, make their lives more convenient and keep them healthy! 👨🏻‍🦳👵🏻🥰 📱 Moments of Life: - Browse through Active Ageing Programmes - Access certain discounts on food and drinks - Access Government schemes and benefits that they are eligible for 📱 SingPass Mobile: - View all essential information (e.g. CPF balance, housing details) at a glance 📱 ActiveSG app - Receive $100 after signing up to spend on fitness activities and get access to exercise facilities. Read more here: https://go.gov.sg/three-apps-to-share-with-grandparents Keep up with the latest tech news via our digital newsletter: go.gov.sg/givemetechnews