Singapore Launches 500 AI Projects, Expands SME Tech Partnerships

Singapore is intensifying its focus on artificial intelligence (AI) as a key driver of its digital economy strategy, with initiatives aimed at boosting AI expertise and adoption among enterprises, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The government plans to offer 800 new AI training opportunities through programs such as AI Singapore and partnerships with major tech firms like AWS, Microsoft, Alibaba Cloud, and Singtel, targeting both AI novices and seasoned practitioners. These efforts are part of the broader Digital Enterprise Blueprint, which has already supported over 10,000 enterprises in their digital transformation since 2024. New collaborations include the Alibaba Cloud Digital Accelerator Programme providing training and cloud credits to thousands of SMEs, as well as cybersecurity and generative AI literacy programs led by ST Engineering and Prudential Singapore, respectively. Singapore aims to launch over 500 AI-related projects supporting more than 1,000 enterprises to deepen AI capabilities and accelerate technology deployment. Senior Minister of State Tan Kiat How emphasized the importance of AI in sustaining economic growth, noting that the digital economy contributes nearly 18% of the country's GDP and will continue to be a growth catalyst.