SINGAPORE: The Government will introduce legislation setting out seven categories of serious offences for which TraceTogether data can be used for police investigations, said the Smart Nation and Digital Government Office (SNDGO) on Friday (Jan 8). These include offences related to terrorism, drug trafficking, murder, kidnapping and serious sexual offences such as rape. Privacy concerns over the national contact tracing tool for COVID-19 were raised after it emerged in Parliament on Monday that under Section 20 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the police have the power to order anyone to produce any data - including TraceTogether data - for the purposes of a criminal investigation. A day later, Minister-in-charge of the Smart Nation Initiative Vivian Balakrishnan clarified that the police can obtain TraceTogether data only through a person involved in the investigation. Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam also told the House that the use of the data would be restricted … [Read more...] about Legislation to be introduced setting out serious offences for which TraceTogether data can be used for police probe
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Wahoo ELEMNT RIVAL Watch Review
WITH gyms closed yet again, we couldn't think of a better time to test out the new Wahoo multisport watch. The new ELEMNT RIVAL GPS watch has been designed with triathletes in mind, and Wahoo can count the Brownlee brothers, Alistair and Johnny, amongst those trusting the device to aid their training. Released in late 2020, Wahoo fans have been long awaiting the release of a Wahoo watch. But was it worth the wait? Wahoo ELEMNT RIVAL, £349.99, Wiggle - buy here Wahoo RIVAL Watch Review: Quick Summary First and foremost, we should mention that this isn't a smartwatch (in the traditional sense of the word, anyway) and nor does it pretend to be. If you're looking for a watch which plays music and has built-in coaching and contactless payments, then this isn't the watch for you. However, if you're after a multisport watch which will provide you with detailed data on metrics such as heart rate, elevation changes, and GPS based distance, time and cadence, then read on. … [Read more...] about Wahoo ELEMNT RIVAL Watch Review
26 home office must-haves: the best working from home gifts
Last modified on Jan 15, 2021 18:18 GMT Katherine Robinson Do you know someone who’s working from home during the pandemic who could use a bit of a pick me up? Or maybe you want to treat yourself? We’ve complied the ultimate list of top gifts for those working from home, including the top home office must-haves and best work from home items and products The pandemic has transformed millions of us from Starbucks-toting commuters into work from home pros – dressing smart from the waist up and doing our best to Feng Shui our bedrooms into something resembling an office space . While some have taken the change well, others are struggling. If you know a home worker - or your fave colleague - who could do with a bit of a pick-me-up, or even if you want to treat yourself, we've got you covered. We've scoured the best online retailers for the best gifts for those working from home – whether you're after something to brighten up their … [Read more...] about 26 home office must-haves: the best working from home gifts
Feature: Rising virtual stars bring down the house in digital era
Video Player Close by Xinhua writers Yao Yulin and Wang Xiaojie BEIJING, Feb. 26 (Xinhua) -- Among the prize winners at the 11th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMAs) in January was one that bucked convention and raised a few eyebrows, largely because the performers were not human. The award for Outstanding Song in a video game went to the band K/DA, consisting of four imaginary characters from League of Legends, one of the world's most frenetic games. While the news may have been eye-opening for some, it reflects a growing trend of fascination with virtual stars, which seem to have several advantages over their real-life counterparts. In 2020, China's online streaming giant iQiyi launched the country's first-ever talent show for virtual idols, Dimension Nova, where its own virtual band, RiCH BOOM, blew everyone's mind with the razzmatazz of their performances. "They are so different, clad in Peking Opera costumes on their debut show. Although they have a hint … [Read more...] about Feature: Rising virtual stars bring down the house in digital era