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Scams remain a persistent concern in Singapore, but stepped-up enforcement and new legislative and financial sector safeguards have contributed to a notable slowdown in reported cases in 2025. This article explores the evolving scam landscape and the latest measures that are helping stem the tide. The Scale and Types of Scams In the first half…
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Singapore has launched a comprehensive campaign to promote artificial intelligence (AI) literacy across the civil service, while also setting clear boundaries to safeguard essential professional skills—especially in critical sectors like healthcare. This dual strategy aims to create a digitally forward public sector that remains responsibly anchored in human expertise. Building an AI-Literate Public Service In…
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In Singapore, employers are required by law to notify the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) when conducting retrenchments, particularly when retrenching five or more employees within a six-month period from companies with at least 10 employees. This obligation aims to promote responsible retrenchment and facilitate timely intervention to assist displaced workers. Over time, this notification requirement…
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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal proceedings and law firms in Singapore is increasingly prominent, driven by innovations in generative AI (GenAI) and supported by judicial and regulatory frameworks to ensure responsible adoption. AI in Singapore Courts and Legal Proceedings Singapore’s judiciary has taken a proactive stance in leveraging AI tools to improve…
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Singapore’s advertisement and marketing industry is experiencing pivotal regulatory updates that are reshaping how businesses engage with consumers and promote their brands. These changes come amid increasing demands for transparency, accuracy, and ethical conduct across advertising channels. This industry update focuses on three key developments in 2025: (a) the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore’s…
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Singapore’s advertisement and marketing industry is experiencing pivotal regulatory updates that are reshaping how businesses engage with consumers and promote their brands. These changes come amid increasing demands for transparency, accuracy, and ethical conduct across advertising channels. This industry update focuses on three key developments in 2025: (a) the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore’s…
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Singapore is leading the region in the rollout of autonomous vehicles, backed by proactive government support and a clear regulatory framework tailored for local conditions. Recent high-profile pilot deployments, especially in neighborhoods like Punggol, are demonstrating both technological promise and the commitment to public safety. Introduction: A Smart City Shift Singapore’s autonomous vehicle (AV) initiative…
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Singapore is accelerating its efforts to safeguard the financial sector against future cyber threats posed by quantum computing in 2025. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), together with leading banks like DBS, HSBC, OCBC, UOB, and partners such as SPTel and SpeQtral, successfully completed a major proof-of-concept (PoC) sandbox program focused on quantum-safe communications. This…
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Vaping is strictly illegal in Singapore, with some of the world’s harshest regulations applying equally to both residents and visitors as of September 2025. The prohibition covers the possession, use, purchase, import, and sale of all electronic vaporisers (e-vaporisers or “vapes”), regardless of whether they contain nicotine or other substances. Key Laws and Recent Changes…
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Paperless trade facilitation in the Asia Pacific has reached new levels of advancement in 2025, with several economies moving decisively towards fully digitalized cross-border trade processes. This transformation is powered by increasing adoption of national single windows, interoperable digital platforms, and a growing body of regional frameworks and international agreements that set legal and technical…