Tech
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Fiji kicks off UAT for Integrated Beneficiary Management System with International Partners
Fiji’s push for digital social protection takes a major step forward as a new beneficiary management system undergoes focused testing. With international experts and frontline officers validating its design, the initiative aims to streamline support for those in need.
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Suva Unveils Bula Parki: Cashless Parking and a Step Toward a Smart City
Suva rolls out a bold digital parking solution that could reshape city life. The Bula Parki app brings cashless payments, wallet top-ups, and expiry alerts—a glimpse at Suva’s smart-city future and a smoother ride for commuters.
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New Zealand Seeks Expert Input on Drones for Pacific Maritime Surveillance
New Zealand is exploring advanced uncrewed technologies to boost maritime security across the Pacific. A government tender seeks ideas from industry and academia as workshops and a future business case take shape—hinting at a broader defence upgrade on the horizon.
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American Samoa to Boost Pacific Connectivity with Google’s Le Vasa Undersea Cable
American Samoa is stepping into a new era of connectivity with the Le Vasa undersea cable, linking the territory to a broader Pacific network. The project promises faster, more secure internet and stronger resilience—especially in emergencies—while weaving technology with cultural heritage for a brighter digital future.
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Fiji’s Sugar Industry Bets on Drones, Rail Upgrades to Weather Climate Change
Fiji’s sugar industry is stepping up with a tech-forward plan to weather climate challenges. From drone-assisted farming to new mechanized equipment and smarter transport links, the roadmap hints at bigger gains for farmers and renewed productivity. A future of smarter cane farming and revitalized logistics is taking shape, but the full story is still unfolding.
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Starlink Lands on Lakeba Island, Paving a Connected Future for Fiji
Lakeba Island is stepping into a new era of connectivity with Starlink kits delivering internet for the first time. This upgrade could transform education, health services, safety, and local opportunities, sparking hope across the community. Residents envision online learning, faster research, safer cyclone-season messaging, and new possibilities for tourism and daily life. The change is…
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Rice Farming Goes Aerial: New Drone Tech Promises Safer Spraying
Drone technology is taking flight in rice farming, promising safer, faster field work and smarter pest control. At a major research station, pilots are training to master spraying, seed broadcasting, and field monitoring—hinting at a high-tech farming future.
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Korea Tests Domestic Wing Sail on 50,000-Ton Tanker for Wind-Powered Propulsion
South Korea is piloting its first domestically developed wing sail on a 50,000-ton tanker, a bold step toward wind-powered propulsion. A 30-meter sail on Oriental Aquamarine will run a two-year real-world trial, with early hints of notable fuel savings. If the results look promising, the technology could expand across bulk fleets, signaling a new era…
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Starlink Brings Internet to Fiji’s Namosi, Empowering Students via Community Hubs
Starlink connectivity arrives in Waivaka, signaling a new chapter for students and communities in Namosi. With village halls turning into network hubs, this upgrade promises faster access, smarter study, and a more connected everyday life—quietly reshaping education and communication in the region.
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Fiji rolls out AI-powered X-ray machines to modernize public health
Fiji is rolling out AI-powered X-ray machines in public hospitals, replacing aging gear and speeding up diagnostics. The upgrade promises sharper images and smarter decision-making, with broader access to vital medical imaging across the islands. A new era in healthcare is on the horizon.