Information and communications technology


ADB SEADS Improving Website Accessibility for People with Disabilities
SEADS now features tools that help address the needs of the motor impaired, blind, color blind, and visually impaired, as well as those with dyslexia, ADHD, cognitive and learning disabilities, seizure, and other epileptic issues.

Tags: Sustainable Development Goals, Information and communications technology

Experts Talk Solutions Episode 2: Juan Magdaraog
Podcast host Sothea Ros speaks to Juan Magdaraog, SEADS website lead, on his journey as a person with a disability and how technology has improved his life.

Tags: Sustainable Development Goals, Information and communications technology

How to Elevate the Security of Central Bank Digital Currency
Cybersecurity controls and encryption protocols can secure central bank digital currency transactions for faster, transparent movement of money across borders.

Tags: Information and communications technology, Finance

Call for Applications: $5-Million Seed Fund to Bolster Asia–Pacific Fight against Climate Change
Deadline to express interest to participate is on 15 December 2023.

Tags: Climate change and disaster risk management, Finance, Environment, Sustainable Development Goals, Information and communications technology

It’s Time for NGOs to Embrace Digital Technologies
Digital tools and resources can help NGOs dramatically reduce workloads and increase productivity.

Tags: Capacity development, Information and communications technology

Inclusion for All: Why People with Disability Matter for the ASEAN Digital Economy
Accounting for about 15% of the world’s population, people with disability matter for both societal and economic development.

Tags: ASEAN, Education, Information and communications technology, Sustainable Development Goals

Philippines: Seminar on Digitizing Visitor Registration Data and Environmental Fees
Digitizing visitor registration data and tracking the collection of environmental user fees in real-time using smart technologies could help the Island Garden City of Samal better manage tourism.

Tags: Tourism, Philippines, Information and communications technology

In Luang Prabang, Creating a Future Where the Past Thrives
Using smart solutions, an ADB-backed project is helping future-proof the city to preserve its rich history and culture, while catering to the needs of residents and visitors.

Tags: Lao PDR, Urban development, Sustainable Development Goals, Tourism, Information and communications technology

How the Philippines Is Helping Tech Startups
Two landmark laws enacted in 2019 defined national policy to foster the growth of startups, in turn, spurring the development of the ecosystem.

Tags: Philippines, Private sector development, Information and communications technology, Sustainable Development Goals

Helping E-commerce Merchants in Southeast Asia Unlock Their Potential
Providing equal access to affordable childcare, increasing financial and digital literacy, and targeted skilling programs are key.

Tags: ASEAN, Private sector development, Finance, Information and communications technology

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