Creating open, honest government through blockchain
If the technology continues to evolve, blockchain can help eliminate mistrust in public records and government transactions.
Why developing Asia should not fear technological progress
Even if someday robots are able to do most jobs, the decision to deploy machines will still rest with humans.
Will new technologies destroy jobs in Asia? New ADB podcast
Over four episodes, our experts discuss the impact of automation on industries and jobs in the region
Measuring rice yield from the sky
Spatially explicit maps of crop yields can help countries improve overall agricultural productivity.
6 ways to deploy ICT for quality education
For developing Asia to realize the potential of ICT in education, it must become an integral part of the learning and teaching process.
How fintech can accelerate financial inclusion in Indonesia
For the country to take full advantage of financial technology, 3 significant steps need to be taken.
E-commerce key to modernized farming in the PRC
“Internet plus agriculture" can revitalize the country’s villages and boost productivity – if the government and the private sector work together.
Creating Viet Nam’s digital health web
If everything goes according to plan, Viet Nam will become the first middle-income country in Asia to implement a nationwide standardized digital health system.
New fiber optic connection brings broadband internet to Palau
Officials from ADB and Palau discuss how high-speed internet services will improve life in the remote island nation.
A promising but bumpy road ahead for blockchain
There are several important challenges to tackle before blockchain-based solutions can solve real-world problems.