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Why SMEs are being left behind in the AI integration race
The writer mentioned in this opinion piece that Grab will launch a programme to help 10,000 F&B, e-commerce and retail SMEs build AI skills, including a two-day course co-developed with SUTD.
Mother of Four Rebuilds Her Confidence After Long Career Break
A mother of four rebuilt her confidence and re-entered the workforce through an SUTD research initiative under LKYCIC, which helped her recognise transferable skills and explore new career pathways.
How AI is reshaping education and work
This opinion piece on “How AI is reshaping education and work” highlighted how AI is changing learning and workplace practices, citing SUTD’s allowance of AI use in exams with instructors’ permission, while stressing the need for responsible use, critical thinking, human judgment and data safeguards.
Students Taking Leave from University to Gain an Edge
More local university students are taking leave of absence for reasons ranging from medical recovery to internships and entrepreneurship, as they seek time to build experience and plan for an uncertain future. SUTD’s Chief of Staff (Student Experience & Transformation), Mr Jonathan Kua, noted that about 2% of SUTD students apply for leave of absence each year, a figure that has declined slightly over the past five years.
Two students use technology to improve transparency in the korban process
SUTD student Muhammad Hakeem Muhammad Kamil and NUS student Muhammad Izz Ryanshah Nor Azam have co-founded RawdaX, a digital platform using technology and AI to improve transparency, clarity and efficiency in managing korban, akikah and charity-related livestock processes.
The Circle Line’s almost complete. Its walkways don’t have to be empty
In this opinion piece by Research Assistant Professor Samuel Chng from the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, he writes about how underappreciated MRT walkways can be changed from spaces to places.
The Singapore Pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale returns to Singapore, showcasing urban planning through the dining table
The homecoming exhibition of the Singapore Pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 was launched at the National Museum of Singapore by Minister Indranee Rajah.
Robots at Singapore’s AI zone to clean, patrol and deliver goods
Singapore is positioning itself as a hub for “physical AI” robots and autonomous systems that can clean buildings, deliver goods, patrol public spaces, etc. Professor Mohan Rajesh Elara shares some insights on this.
Grab, consultancy RSM to launch AI and cybersecurity initiatives for 12,000 SMEs
These programmes will be launched over two years as part of a national initiative to help businesses transform digitally. The article also highlighted that Grab is co-developing a two-day AI programme with SUTD called “From AI Awareness to Business Advantage: A Practical Roadmap”.
Singapore ramps up AI push for SMEs with new initiatives, partnerships
Grab will launch the Grab AI Programme for SMEs, in partnership with IMDA, to reach 10,000 F&B, e-commerce and retail SMEs through a range of initiatives. The programme offers free online training videos, complimentary masterclasses and webinars, which includes a structured two-day AI course co-developed with SUTD.
