OVERVIEW
The World Bank Singapore Office will host a three-day Learning Event (LE) on the topic of Disruptive Technologies for Development from June 25 to 27, 2018 in Singapore. The event will be curated and moderated by the Future Cities Laboratory at the Singapore ETH Centre.

The Learning Event will provide a platform for knowledge exchange and structured learning on key topics related to the use of Disruptive Technologies for Development. Good practice knowledge and experience from Singapore and other countries will be highlighted as will the experiences of the participating country delegations. The thematic focus of the Learning Event will lie on the potential of Disruptive Technologies for integrated development with sub-themes such as integrated urban planning, transport, water, energy, waste, health, economy and land. The event will focus on capacity building and application in ASEAN+ countries. Among others, Singapore’s ecosystem approach towards Disruptive Technologies for Development and regulatory framework presents a significant opportunity for knowledge sharing and collaborative learning. topics of discussion include the following:
Potential of Disruptive Technologies.

Understanding the threats and promise of disruptive technologies (e.g. blockchain, artificial intelligence, big data, machine learning, 5G, and cloud computing, autonomous vehicles) and the technological and social developments driving them (sensors, digitalization, battery technology, data storage, computing power, decentralisation, new social contract).

OBJECTIVES
The LE will provide an opportunity for delegations to develop a deeper understanding of Disruptive Technologies for Development. Delegations will:

• Gain an understanding of what are disruptive technologies, some of the main technological and social trends that are driving them, and how they are impacting upon the way urban settlements are planned and managed

• Consider the different role government, private sector and civil society actors play in the successful adoption of disruptive technologies

• See how disruptive technologies are being harnessed in Singapore and internationally, with a view to application within the ASEAN+ region, to support sustainable development

• Identify required knowledge, skill and practices to make best use of disruptive technologies in management systems

• Share experiences on technological innovation, procurement and implementation processes

• Provide a framework that focuses on processes of planning for and institutionalization of disruptive technologies to address relevant developmental challenges within developing nations

• Share and discuss how to move technological innovation into World Bank projects

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