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Young Singaporeans must think beyond our shores
This Straits Times commentary by Sean Chiao (group CEO at Surbana Jurong Group) is adapted from a speech he delivered at SUTD’s Commencement Day on 31 May 2025. In this commentary, he urged young Singaporeans to think beyond our shores in order to lead, connect and create impact on the global stage.
Universities roll out AI and other emerging skills courses amid strong enrolment demand
Local universities have launched new AI and other emerging skills courses, which have attracted more student interest and applications. SUTD Admissions Director, Ms Lynette Ang shares about the university’s admissions numbers and applicants’ interests.
The reality of AI’s promise to curb older adults’ loneliness
Brenda Lam, a 69-year-old retired banker uses an AI chatbot at least once a week. AMI-Go is created by and in partnership with SUTD and Lions Befrienders.
State-owned 2 Moulmein Road put up for use as a lifestyle hub
The Singapore Land Authority is putting up the former Communicable Disease Centre located at 2 Moulmein Road for short-term tenancy. Associate Professor Yeo Kang Shua shares his expert opinion on maintaining a balance between history and innovation when modernising historical buildings for new functions.
AI and design will see wider adoption only if tools and systems are designed well: Tan Kiat How
More companies in Singapore view artificial intelligence (AI) as a “practical tool” for growth and innovation today, with many already moving past the experimentation stage and actively deploying AI in their daily operations.
A start-up, a scale-up and a hospital bag top accolades at maiden Design AI and Tech Awards
Jointly organised by The Business Times and SUTD, the competition aims to spur innovators from start-ups and companies to harness design and technology to develop groundbreaking solutions that tackle real-life business challenges.
Meet the 3 winners of inaugural Design AI and Tech Awards
The Design AI and Tech Awards (DAITA) was launched in October 2024 with multiasset investment firm Granite Asia as a supporting partner.
Making Satellite-Based Real-Time Data Processing a Global Reality
Assistant Prof Xiong Zehui and his team developed two graph-based algorithms to enhance real-time computing in space. Their innovative methods are designed to optimise task scheduling based on the unique dynamics of satellite networks.
Are HDBs Making Us Lonely In Singapore? | OGS' What The Fact
Singapore is a dense city, yet many of us have little interaction with our neighbours. Is this a cultural trait, or has urban design made connection more difficult? Professor Khoo Peng Beng (Head of ASD) shares his insights on Our Grandfather Story’s (OGS) ‘What The Fact’ series.
Three local projects stand out in AI competition focused on real-world applications
One of the winners is local robotics company LionsBot, with its autonomous robots that are armed with AI navigation, fleet management and generative AI support.
