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Explore the highlights from SensingSG Connect: Singapore in Transition, where experts discussed Singapore's evolving workplace, leadership changes, and shifting citizen expectations. Discover how data and public sentiment are driving policy and business decisions in Singapore.

As AI becomes more prevalent across sectors, robust governance is essential. Singapore's Model AI Governance Framework leads the way, addressing key concerns from accountability to security. Explore how this framework aligns with regional perceptions and what it means for the future of AI in Southeast Asia.

Discover how Singapore's pioneering AI Governance Framework leads the way in shaping the future of AI technology and governance standards across Southeast Asia, as we shed light on its role in fostering trust and setting regional benchmarks.

As Singapore solidifies its position as Asia's top financial center, the new administration under PM Lawrence Wong must address challenges such as rising wealth, an aging population, and slower economic growth. Discover how Singaporeans feel about the leadership transition and what they consider essential for the future.

Explore our recent SensingSG findings, highlighting a notable upswing in positivity prevailing throughout Singapore amid economic and leadership transitions. Discover key insights into community sentiment, personal finances, and governance perceptions, shaping the nation's trajectory.

Microsoft's ambitious plan is set to transform the workforce landscape in ASEAN by focusing on four key areas: creating an inclusive, AI-ready workforce, bridging the cybersecurity talent gap, enhancing AI skills among developers, and empowering non-profit organisations to leverage AI for social impact.

Across SE Asia, Singapore is currently leading the race to attract Chinese tourists. And it’s not just the lure of visa free travel – its emphasis on safety and cultural offerings that are both contemporary and aim to hit the right sweet spot for tourists makes it well positioned to build on its success going forwards.

Blackbox Research CEO David Black explores how changing consumer needs, a dynamic workforce, and the rise of AI are impacting the food and retail industries. He offers a three-pronged approach for businesses to adapt and thrive: integrate technology, empower employees, and adopt agile job redesign.

For most people, financial services have become an almost exclusively digital domain, with fewer and fewer consumers banking over phone calls or visiting an actual office. This does raise a question, however, as to what we feel safer doing. Which tasks and functions create more stress than others?

To explore the current state of trust and safety concerns among Southeast Asian consumers regarding online financial services and AI, we spoke to over 3,000 respondents across Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.