Singapore Urges Businesses to Put Workers First in AI Plans
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Singapore is encouraging companies to think carefully about their workers as they plan to use artificial intelligence (AI). The message was highlighted at SWITCH 2026, a major technology event in the city-state, where AI and quantum technology were the main topics.
At the event, the government asked businesses to prepare their employees for changes that AI is likely to bring to the workplace. Officials said that companies should consider the people who do the work when they introduce new tools and systems. Training and support for workers were presented as important parts of this process.
The focus on AI and quantum technology shows how Singapore wants to remain a leading digital economy. For employers, this means that adopting new technology should go hand in hand with helping staff learn new skills. For workers, it means that changes in their jobs may come, and that preparation will be an important step.
The message at SWITCH 2026 suggests that the government sees people at the centre of technological progress. Businesses that plan carefully for their workforce may be better placed to benefit from AI in the coming years.
Sources: Jakarta Globe
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