The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) has inaugurated the SIT x NVIDIA AI Centre (SNAIC) at its Punggol Campus, positioning the facility as a central hub for innovation and talent development focused on applied artificial intelligence (AI).
The centre aims to foster cross-sector and cross-border collaboration through symbolic partnerships with major industry and academic players.
The SNAIC joint venture aims to accelerate AI adoption across the broader ecosystem via applied research collaboration. It seeks to nurture a robust pipeline of AI talent to support Singapore’s national AI strategy and its strategic goal of tripling the national AI workforce.
The facility already hosts 19 industry doctorate and industry master’s (ID/IM) students pursuing studies through industry-applied research projects. These students work alongside full-time research engineers and experts from NVIDIA and SIT.
Strengthening Singapore’s talent pipeline
A key initiative launched alongside the centre is the SNAIC AI Programme, developed in collaboration with the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). This six-month programme, supported under the TechSkills Accelerator (TeSA) national initiative, aims to train over 200 AI practitioners, including fresh graduates and mid-career professionals, within the next three years.
The curriculum is split into two phases: two months of intensive AI training covering modules developed by SNAIC, including cutting-edge skills like Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmentation Generation, and Agentic AI. This is followed by four months of hands-on projects with industry partners, allowing participants to solve real-world business challenges using AI under expert supervision.
Kiren Kumar, Deputy Chief Executive of IMDA, said: “Through IMDA’s TeSA initiative, we are building Singapore’s AI talent pipeline by combining the best of industry expertise and academic excellence. With SIT-recognised certifications, and hands-on experience provided through leading company partnerships, our learners will graduate ready to tackle real-world AI challenges and contribute meaningfully to our digital economy.”
For those seeking to nurture advanced AI talent, SNAIC will also support the newly established Applied AI Doctoral Training Centre (AAIDTC). The AAIDTC aims to train 10 Industrial Doctorate students annually, focusing on complex, multi-year, industry-driven AI challenges that require developing novel methods beyond off-the-shelf tools. This system creates a tiered talent development pathway from practitioners to applied AI researchers and innovators.
Driving innovation across key sectors
SNAIC is leveraging strategic partnerships to build a robust pipeline of industry-relevant AI projects, positioning Singapore as a global centre for applied AI innovation.
Public transport innovation (SMRT): SMRT Corporation has deepened its collaboration with SIT through the SMRT-SIT Transport Living Lab. Together with SNAIC, SMRT is co-developing advanced AI solutions aimed at boosting operational effectiveness and enhancing the commuter experience.
Specific initiatives include:
- A GenAI-powered system for safety investigations designed to automate the incident reporting process, benefiting staff involved in reporting and investigations, thereby enhancing operational efficiency.
- Project AiDiSA (AI-Driven Intelligent System) which enhances automated case creation and sentiment analysis to boost productivity.
- An AI-driven lifestyle recommendation engine developed for Wink+, a mobile app offering access to MRT maps, real-time bus arrivals, and food deals accessible by public transport.
Financial services transformation (Prudential): The Prudential AI Lab is incubating AI-powered solutions to deliver a better customer experience and significant business impact. This partnership focuses on co-developing innovative AI solutions, utilising Singapore’s talent pool to support Prudential’s goal of becoming a digital-first insurer.
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Regional academic gateway: To foster cross-border innovation, SNAIC has established partnerships with international universities, including Monash University (Australia), Chulalongkorn University (Thailand), and Vietnam National University–University of Economics and Law (VNU-UEL). These collaborations will facilitate joint research projects addressing cross-border industry challenges and promote talent exchange through joint seminars and workshops, positioning SNAIC as a crucial gateway for regional applied AI collaboration in Southeast Asia.
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