Ministry of Social and Family Development to invest S$15 million in emerging technologies

Singapore will invest S$15 million to drive its push in harnessing emerging technologies like AI for social good, as it looks to become a global leader in the space. Speaking at an inaugural conference for sector partners, Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli said the government will lead efforts to bridge innovation with frontline expertise. This, as artificial intelligence is gaining ground across Singapore's social service sector, from facial recognition for medication checks to platforms supporting case workers. Chloe Teo reports.