Technology

THINKING ALOUD

Growing old alone with technology as the last quiet witness

For seniors who live alone, being ‘tracked’ is less about surveillance than being accounted for

Minister of State for Trade and Industry Gan Siow Huang highlighted the growing importance of regional cooperation as supply chain disruptions and geopolitical risks increasingly shape business decisions. 

‘Muted’ outlook for Singapore’s manufacturing sector in 2026: SMF chief

The federation rolls out initiatives to help manufacturers embrace Industry 5.0 as predicted growth slows and geopolitical risks intensify

DPM Gan Kim Yong (seventh from left) says R&D and advanced manufacturing, among others, will further reinforce Singapore’s position as a semiconductor hub.

Micron invests US$24 billion to expand Singapore manufacturing complex; 1,600 jobs to be created

This brings the company’s total investments in Singapore to around US$60 billion

The Next-Generation Energy Xccelerator Joint Lab (NEX Lab) was officially opened on Friday (Jan 23) by Minister of State for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan (third from left).

Halliburton, A*Star launch S$35 million joint lab to advance well completion tech

This collaboration will create upskilling and innovation opportunities for local enterprises, EDB says

After a quiet removal from Chinese app stores, "Are You Dead" has been launched internationally as "Demumu".

Forget DeepSeek, dying alone is China’s latest tech obsession

The new breakout app that asks ‘Are you dead?’ says much about society

Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment Janil Puthucheary (second from right) says: “Even though technology and AI have brought immense benefits, these changes are taking place rapidly and we must learn to harness them well.”

SMU commits S$5 million to new Resilient Workforces Institute amid rapid AI change

ResWORK aims to advance workforce resilience and lifelong learning

Once operational, the Viettel plant is expected to supply chips for national priority sectors such as aerospace, telecommunications and automotive manufacturing.

Vietnam takes first leap into chip fabrication with Viettel-led fab

The new plant is expected to begin pilot production of semiconductors by end-2027

Under the stewardship of Ng Kuo Pin (above), NCS emerged as a key growth engine of the Singtel Group, said Singtel group CEO Yuen Kuan Moon.

Singtel-owned NCS names Sam Liew as CEO as Ng Kuo Pin steps down

The incoming chief was formerly a managing director at GIC

If you haven’t ridden in a self-driving car yet, this year may finally be the time.

The tech that will invade our lives in 2026

From talking computers to self-driving cars, here are the trends to watch

One project uses VR to transform traditional therapy into engaging and interactive experiences for stroke rehabilitation patients. 
TAKING HEART

Singapore Poly projects leverage partnerships, VR, tech for social impact

Around 60 student-run businesses are on show at the poly’s 2026 open house