Laurence Liew, Director for AI Innovation at AI Singapore, discusses the adoption of AI in Singapore, the success of the AI Apprenticeship Program, developing generational AI talent, Singapore's place in the global AI ecosystem, and his vision for Singapore's tech future.
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Singapore's national AI strategy aims to move organizations from being AI unaware to AI ready, and AI Singapore plays a key role in driving AI innovation and talent development.
The AI Apprenticeship Program implemented by AI Singapore successfully trains professionals in AI and machine learning, equipping them with valuable skills and leading to job offers after graduation.
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Building internal capabilities and talent in AI
Singapore has been focusing on building up internal capabilities and talent in the field of AI. Lawrence Liu, the Director of AI Innovation at AI Singapore, discusses initiatives such as the 100 Experiments, Singapore's AI Apprenticeship Program, and the Generational AI Talent Development Initiative. These programs aim to develop AI talent within Singapore and drive adoption of AI technologies and businesses. By offering training and real-world projects, AI Singapore is equipping professionals with AI skills and helping companies effectively utilize AI.
Singapore's national AI strategy and goals
Singapore has articulated a national AI strategy to harness the potential of AI technologies. In 2019, the Singapore national AI strategy was developed to bring focus and engage government agencies in the AI wave. AI Singapore, an organization driving AI innovation, is a key part of this strategy. The goal is to move organizations from being AI unaware to AI aware, and eventually to AI ready. Singapore has seen significant interest in AI adoption, particularly due to the presence of large tech organizations in the country. The Singapore government aims to create an AI-savvy workforce and support companies in building AI capabilities.
AI apprenticeship program and talent development
AI Singapore has implemented an AI apprenticeship program to train professionals in AI and machine learning. The program targets individuals with a passion for data and AI, regardless of their educational background. Apprentices are assigned to real-world projects in collaboration with companies, where they work full-time for 9 months. This intensive training provides hands-on experience and valuable skills. The program has been successful in developing AI talent and has led to many apprentices securing job offers after graduation.
Singapore's position in the global AI ecosystem
Singapore is positioning itself as a neutral and attractive hub in the global AI ecosystem. The country has created a business-friendly environment, attracting AI startups and multinational companies. Singapore's government actively supports the adoption of AI technologies, such as the use of GPT models. AI Singapore is also collaborating with neighboring countries to develop AI capabilities. Singapore aims to be a leading user of AI tools and technologies, leveraging them to enhance productivity and compete globally.
In episode 98 of The Gradient Podcast, Daniel Bashir speaks to Laurence Liew.
Laurence is the Director for AI Innovation at AI Singapore. He is driving the adoption of AI by the Singapore ecosystem through the 100 Experiments, AI Apprenticeship Programmes and the Generational AI Talent Development initiative. He is the current Co-Chair of the Innovations and Commercialisation working group and Co-Chair of the "Broad Adoption of AI by SME" committee.
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