{
  "id": 7777043,
  "title": "Singapore rolls out over 200 AI courses and new initiatives to boost skills and workforce readiness",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/singapore-rolls-out-over-200-ai-courses-and-new-initiatives-to-boost",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-16T11:50:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/singapore/2026/09/16/singapore-rolls-out-over-200-ai-courses-and-new-initiatives-to-boost-skills-and-workforce-readiness/235445"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singapore has introduced a range of initiatives, including over 200 artificial intelligence (AI) courses, to enhance career prospects, skills development and AI readiness, according to the Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA). The agency announced these measures in a statement. Alongside the AI courses, SWDA has provided a complimentary six-month subscription to chosen premium AI tools, aiming to equip individuals with the necessary skills and boost their confidence in utilizing AI effectively.\n\nAdditionally, the agency has collaborated with the Singapore Institute of Technology to create the AI Ready Quiz. This tool enables individuals to evaluate their AI readiness and determine suitable courses to improve their AI capabilities. Other initiatives include the launch of Connect by SWDA, a comprehensive platform that offers one-stop careers and skills support for both individuals and employers. Furthermore, SWDA has introduced the OurWorkforce portal, which provides employers access to workforce programs and training resources.",
  "summary": "SINGAPORE, Sept 16 — Singapore has launched new initiatives, including more than 200 artificial intelligence (AI)...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Singapore launches over 200 training courses with free AI subscriptions, new skills centre",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/singapore-launches-over-200-training-courses-with-free-ai",
        "published": "2026-09-16T04:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}