Information Technology

8 in 10 S’poreans okays AI use

72% of Singaporeans feel ‘optimistic’ about AI.

SG leads APAC in AI readiness

It scored 70.1 in Salesforce’s APAC AI Readiness Index.

Circular raises US$7.6m in seed funding round 

The seed funding boosted Circular’s total valuation to US$30m.

Brands turn to generative AI to improve customer experience amidst reduced budgets

Three in five firms plan to cut their customer experience budgets in the next 12 months.

UOB trials Microsoft 365 Copilot Generative AI

The AI tool was first introduced by Microsoft in March 2023.

Generative AI-driven jobs rise in SG

One in every 490 job postings in SG is related to Generative AI.

Startup slashes need for big teams in data app development

Through Dozer, data engineers can instantly build a data serving infrastructure instead of months.

SG climbs to 5th rank in 2023 Global Innovation Index

It is now the highest-ranking Asian market in the index, beating South Korea.

Seven in 10 CEOs say businesses not doing enough to address AI consequences

An EY study showed that more than half of CEOs want to focus on ethical AI.

SG and other Asian economies record a rise in GenAI startups

More than $956m was invested and may see an increase.

Around 9 in 10 IT leaders aim integrate AI in business functions

AI is used in digital infrastructure management and sales, amongst others.

MOE to implement more AI tools for detailed education

Beginning in December, two learning feedback assistants will be implemented into the SLS.

Are employers offering ethical AI training to Singaporeans?

Almost 80% of workers polled said their firms have no policies for generative AI.

Singapore, New Zealand partner to fight scam, spam communications

The deal will enable them to protect their citizens from unwanted calls and messages.

How soft skills can be paired with AI: study

Professionals said AI can help with their confidence and problem-solving at work.