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AI Singapore, a national initiative supported by the National Research Foundation and hosted by the National University of Singapore, focuses on building strong AI capabilities to generate social and economic impacts, foster local AI talent, create a robust AI ecosystem, and elevate Singapore's presence in the global AI landscape. Launched in May 2017, it consolidates resources from research institutions, startups, and companies in Singapore to perform practical research, grow knowledge, develop AI tools, and prepare talent for the future.

Key Programs and Initiatives:

1. Research Programs:

   • AI Research Grant Calls: Supports fundamental AI research to develop novel AI techniques and collaborations, with a focus on areas like trustworthy AI, privacy-aware AI, and resource-efficient AI.
   • PhD Fellowship Programme: Aims to nurture AI research talent by providing support to Ph.D. candidates in Singapore's Autonomous Universities.
   • AI Accelerated Masters Programme: Offers incentives for Singaporeans to fast-track their academic journey with a Master's by Research degree.

2. Governance:

   • Focuses on the trustworthy deployment of AI through research on fairness, transparency, and accountability.
   • Supports efforts in understanding the societal impacts of AI and ensuring ethical AI use.

3. Technology and Innovation:

   • Addresses national challenges through AI solutions with significant social and economic impacts.
   • Programs include the 100 Experiments (100E) which helps companies create their first AI solutions and the AI Apprenticeship Programme (AIAP) aimed at developing AI talent.

4. Product Development:

   • AI Singapore develops open-source AI products and frameworks designed to be user-friendly and openly accessible under specific licenses.

5. Educational Initiatives:

   • LearnAI programme provides educational resources for students and professionals to become AI competent.
   • Corporate Membership options help organizations enhance AI literacy among their staff.

6. International Collaboration:

   • Encourages global partnerships and seeks to position Singapore as a hub for AI innovation through alliances and collaborations with international bodies and local institutions.

7. Corporate and Community Engagement:

   • AI Singapore engages with small and medium-sized enterprises through the AI4SME program, providing connections to AI solution providers and facilitating AI adoption.
   • Conducts workshops, events, and international outreach to spread AI knowledge and application.

8. Governance and Ethical AI Use:

   • The initiative underscores the importance of ethical AI, with research support aimed at mitigating risks and understanding the human-machine interaction to foster AI adoption.

9. Career Opportunities:

   • Offers various positions and fellowships to advance AI research and application, including roles for scientists, engineers, and administrative staff involved in strategic AI development projects.

AI Singapore aims to address key AI challenges while ensuring that development initiatives align with ethical principles. Through comprehensive programs ranging from research funding to hands-on AI product development, AI Singapore seeks to enable impactful AI applications domestically and globally, promoting a knowledgeable society and thriving AI-driven industries.