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Ong Ye Kung: Singapore Must Be Deliberate, Not Just Driven, on AI
For months, the conversation around artificial intelligence in Singapore has been dominated by investment numbers, company expansions, and the relentless march of new tools. But at NCS Impact 2026 earlier this month, Minister for Health and Coordinating Minister for Social Policies Ong Ye Kung stepped back...
OPPO Reno16 Series Hits Singapore with AI Camera Upgrades and 3D Design
The mid-range smartphone market in Singapore just got a fresh contender. OPPO has brought its Reno16 series to local shelves — the Reno16 5G and Reno16 F 5G — and the headline feature is a familiar one: AI-powered photography that aims to make every shot look curated without needing a manual editing suite.
Sovereign AI isn't optional — it's survival, says NUS AI Institute director
NUS AI Institute director Professor Mohan Kankanhalli warns at ATxSummit that countries relying solely on foreign AI models risk permanent 'digital colonisation' and outlines Singapore's hybrid approach through AI Singapore, Sea-Lion models, and targeted investments.
NTU Study Reveals Most Medical AI Developers Unfamiliar with Singapore's Regulatory Frameworks
Singapore invests heavily in AI-driven healthcare, but the developers building those medical tools may not know the rules that govern them. A new study by Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) has found that the majority of medical AI developers lack familiarity with regulatory frameworks —...
Broadcom and Powertech Launch $400 Million Singapore JV for Next-Gen AI Chip Packaging
Singapore's semiconductor ecosystem just landed another major commitment. Powertech Technology, the Taiwan-based semiconductor assembly and test giant, has approved a US$400 million joint venture with Broadcom to build a panel-level advanced packaging facility in Singapore — one of the largest dedicated AI...
AI-Generated News Anchors Are Spreading Misleading Claims About Singapore on TikTok
AI-generated news anchors with realistic delivery are spreading misleading claims about Singapore on TikTok, exploiting the gap between synthetic media capabilities and platform detection systems. The trend pressures Singapore's regulators and media literacy programmes to respond before the technology outpaces policy.
Singapore Polytechnic Launches HCC Platform for AI-Driven Job Redesign
Singapore Polytechnic has launched the Human Capital Collaboratory (HCC) to help businesses redesign work around AI adoption through a structured four-step methodology. The initiative offers consultancy from SP staff and students along with AI-enabled solutions and continuing education pathways.
Google Search AI Mode Now Connects Apps So You Can Do Things Without Leaving Results
Google has started rolling out the ability to connect third-party apps directly inside AI Mode in Search, starting with Canva, Instacart, and YouTube. Users can design, shop, and curate playlists without leaving search results, turning the search box into an action engine.
Temasek's New Strategy: More America, More AI, Less China
Temasek's record S$518 billion portfolio signals its most significant strategic pivot in a decade, prioritising AI investments, increasing US exposure, and adopting a more selective approach to China. The shift formalises AI as a core allocation driver rather than just a thematic overlay.
Why Hosting US and Chinese AI Giants Is Just the First Step for Singapore
US and Chinese AI giants are setting up in Singapore at an accelerating pace, but having them here is not the same as benefiting from their presence. Cornell professor Lin William Cong argues that whether they lift the whole economy or merely bid up salaries depends on how deeply they embed into local ecosystems.
Poor Data Infrastructure Is Stalling AI Growth in Singapore, Confluent Report Finds
Nearly four in five Singapore IT leaders say inadequate real-time data infrastructure is preventing their organisations from scaling AI, according to Confluent's 2026 Data Streaming Report. The survey found 78% face infrastructure gaps despite 75% deploying agentic AI solutions, with 73% reporting stalled projects as a direct result.
Fake Think-Tank Used AI-Generated Profiles to Target Intelligence Analysts: Report
A fake think-tank claiming to be Singapore-based used AI-generated employee profiles to approach security analysts and intelligence personnel, The Straits Times has found. The Institute of East Asia Strategic Studies has no official registration in Singapore, and most of its listed experts appear fabricated.