Artificial Intelligence in Singapore: A roundup

AI is no longer just a buzzword. It’s transforming the way businesses operate, innovate, and compete—especially in Singapore.

In 2025, Singapore solidified its position as a regional AI powerhouse, combining strategic government initiatives, multinational investment, and a growing network of businesses adopting AI across industries.

This report breaks down everything you need to know: key programs, global tech investments, company use cases, and actionable insights to help your business leverage AI.

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Singapore’s Enterprise Compute Initiative (ECI): Turning AI ambitions into Action

Singapore companies now have access to strategic AI programs designed to accelerate adoption and integration.

The government is actively partnering with tech giants to ensure businesses have both the resources and the know-how to implement AI solutions effectively.

These programs below create a full ecosystem of resources, funding, and expertise, helping companies overcome technical, financial, and talent barriers.

Simply put: Singapore businesses now have the support to go from AI ideas to real-world impact faster than ever.

These programs helped establish Singapore as the forefront of AI centre of excellence.

Google Cloud & DISG: AI Cloud Takeoff

Target 300 digitally mature companies.
Help establish AI Centres of Excellence.
Include up to S$500K in funding, cloud credits, technical consultancy, and implementation support.
Enable companies to develop AI-driven products and services faster and more efficiently.

Microsoft & DISG: Agentic AI Accelerator

Support 300 companies in co-developing AI roadmaps.
Focus on human-AI collaboration, integrating AI into business workflows.
Up to S$250K in Azure cloud credits, plus S$700K extra in training and services for select firms.

AWS & DISG: AI Springboard

Support 300 enterprises, from startups to large corporations.
Provide up to S$600K in cloud credits and training, plus access to implementation partners and technical guidance via AWS Generative AI Innovation Centre.

AI traiblazers programme

The AI Trailblazers Initiative, launched in 2023, is designed to bridge the gap between AI strategy and execution. Many companies struggle with talent shortages, data infrastructure, or technical know-how. AI Trailblazers tackles all three.

By providing access to technology, mentorship, and collaborative networks, the initiative allows companies to test, validate, and scale AI solutions quickly, without the typical risks associated with AI adoption.

In the Q3 2025 highlights, Singapore saw impressive results after implementing this programme:

Impact so far:

84 organisations supported
100+ AI use cases implemented
Visa & DP Architects: Built AI models that enhance customer experience and streamline architectural design workflows.
Ocean Network Express: Launched an intelligent chatbot to improve customer service efficiency.

Global tech giants are deepening Singapore roots

Singapore is quickly becoming the go-to hub for AI in the Asia-Pacific region. Why? It’s the perfect combination of infrastructure, talent, regulatory clarity, and government support. This makes the city-state a launchpad for global tech giants looking to scale AI initiatives across industries.

Here’s a closer look at key moves in Q3 2025:

Microsoft
Microsoft opened its first AI lab in Southeast Asia, focused on developing inclusive and impactful AI applications. The lab is designed to tackle real-world challenges, from smart urban planning to AI-driven healthcare solutions.

The lab supports Singapore’s vision of becoming a trusted global hub for AI. By aligning with the country’s National AI Strategy 2.0, Microsoft ensures its research is relevant, ethical, and scalable.

The lab doesn’t just produce papers—it’s helping businesses integrate AI into daily operations. For example, Microsoft has partnered with local banks and logistics firms to implement predictive analytics, optimize operations, and improve customer experience using AI models developed in this lab.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

AWS launched a multi-million-dollar Innovation Hub in Singapore, aimed at accelerating AI and digital transformation for public and private sector organizations. The hub provides companies with hands-on access to cloud infrastructure, AI tools, and expert guidance, making it easier to experiment, pilot, and scale AI solutions.

AWS plans to invest US$9 billion in Singapore by 2028, reinforcing the country’s position as a regional cloud and AI powerhouse. This includes building data centers, expanding technical support, and offering programs that lower the barrier for SMEs to adopt AI.

Several local companies are already leveraging AWS’s AI capabilities. For instance, logistics companies are using AI-powered demand forecasting, healthcare providers are implementing predictive maintenance for medical equipment, and government agencies are enhancing citizen services through AI chatbots.

Morgan Stanley: 70% of Singapore companies are using AI

AI adoption in Singapore has moved from experimental pilot projects to mainstream business strategy.

According to a recent Morgan Stanley report, over 70% of companies in Singapore now use AI in some form, a remarkable figure compared to other economies in the region.

The report highlights three major areas where AI adoption is driving tangible results:

Labour savings

AI-powered automation is reducing manual work across industries. For examples,

Grab uses AI for dynamic route optimization, reducing driver idle time.
Sea Group leverages AI chatbots to handle customer queries, cutting support costs.

Product development

AI helps companies analyze customer trends and design better products faster. For examples:

Singtel uses AI-driven analytics to tailor telecommunications packages for different customer segments.
Singapore Airlines applies AI in predictive maintenance, ensuring new services are launched efficiently and safely.

Supply chain efficiency

AI enables real-time demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics optimization. For examples:

Keppel employs AI in its industrial operations to reduce downtime and enhance productivity.
Sembcorp Industries integrates AI to optimize energy consumption and supply chain management.

Ready to leverage AI in Singapore?

Singapore is setting the pace for AI adoption in Southeast Asia. With strong government support, global tech investment, and a growing network of companies embracing AI, the country offers a clear blueprint for businesses to innovate, scale, and compete globally.

Whether you’re a startup, SME, or multinational, now is the time to explore Singapore’s AI ecosystem and turn AI ambitions into measurable results.

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