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Protecting our people against scammers is part of our ongoing efforts at IMDA. From 1 July, you can opt to block international calls and SMSes, respectively, to reduce your risk of receiving them. Simply reach out to your respective telco (Singtel, M1 Limited, StarHub or SIMBA), and get them to activate the separate features for you free of charge. Once activated, you can only receive calls and/or SMSes made from Singapore numbers (depending on the feature activated), including Singapore users roaming overseas who are calling or texting home. If you are travelling, you can choose to disable the blocking feature(s) - a simple step to ensure you are good to go! Learn more about our other anti-scam efforts here: https://lnkd.in/gZ7TpQzC #TechnicallySpeaking #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect

Our Digital for Life (DfL) movement is gaining incredible momentum as we expand our network of partners, dedicated to helping Singaporeans embrace and leverage digital technology, leaving no one behind as Singapore progresses towards a digital future. More than 300 partners have come onboard, collectively supporting over 400,000 beneficiaries. We are honoured to have President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Patron of the DfL movement, grace our DfL Partners’ Appreciation Event to celebrate this achievement, alongside Minister for Digital Development and Information, Mrs Josephine Teo. We are proud to acknowledge 12 exceptional partners as DfL Champions including Amazon, AiSP (Association of Information Security Professionals), Cisco, Cognizant, DBS Bank, Google, Huawei, Lions Befrienders, Micron, Singtel, Standard Chartered, and UOB for their outstanding contributions. Additionally, we also recognised 38 DfL Catalyst Partners this year for their sustained commitment to strengthen our collective efforts towards digital inclusion. As we face ongoing challenges in online safety, like AI-generated deepfakes, we invite more partners to join us in developing more resources and programmes to empower Singaporeans to navigate the online space safely. Together, we can make a difference. https://lnkd.in/g3GMuUw7 #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect #DigitalForLife

Meet Raj R., a postgraduate student currently pursuing his Master of Science in Data Science at New York University. As part of IMDA’s SG Digital Scholarship, the 2023 SG Digital Scholar looks forward to connecting with fellow scholars and attending IMDA's data and Al-related events 🗓️ He was drawn to the scholarship for the valuable engagements with the SG Digital Leadership Accelerator community of future tech leaders and mentors, learning from the best in the field. Following his studies🎓, he is eager to use his knowledge and skills to contribute to Singapore’s high-impact AI projects. Find out how the scholarship helps passionate individuals like Raj grow in the exciting tech industry: https://lnkd.in/gRVJkv6H #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect #SGDLA #TechThoughts

At IMDA, we strive to create a fun and inspiring workplace for our people. Our recent our #BringYourKidstoWorkDay event was a fantastic opportunity for our team members to bring their kids to work and give them a glimpse into the world of digital innovation. More than a great place to work, we want IMDA to be a place where we inspire the next generation of Digital Architects. Kids had a taste of their parents’ workday at IMDA through many fun activities: 🔸Carnival food, games and a variety of workshops 🔸Higher-level coding with block-based coding robotics workshops to foster computational thinking 🔸Augmented Reality (AR) activities where kids learn how AR interacts with the real world using physics and dynamics 🔸Content creation workshop to give young creators a peek into the ins and outs of the media industry, pick up production tips and create a TikTok video 🔸A journey of creativity and wonder to take young explorers a magical experience and leave them in awe 🔸An exploration of the kids’ artistic skills using industry-standard software and iPads to bring their artistic visions to life 🔸Cinematic movie screening and more! See all the fun we had and we can’t wait to do this again next year! #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect #IMDAkids

What is IMDA’s role in shaping Singapore’s approach to AI governance? The dynamically developing space of AI brings significant opportunities and risks. Singapore aims to build a trusted environment, one of the enablers under the National AI Strategy 2.0, by providing guardrails to manage key risks while enabling space for continued innovation. This includes the development of relevant frameworks like IMDA’s Model AI Governance for Generative AI and practical testing tools such as AI Verify and Project Moonshot. Internationally, Singapore has played an active role to bring together different stakeholders. Besides governments, the AI Verify Foundation engages industry and the open-source community to build responsible and trustworthy AI. Looking ahead, we envision AI as a catalyst for Singapore’s growth, and are committed to: 🔹Empowering Singaporeans through digital literacy and SME support 🔹Identifying new AI applications and equipping our workforce for the challenges and opportunities of an AI-driven future Listen in as our IMDA Assistant Chief Executive, Ms Denise Wong, discusses the transformative potential of AI for the public good, Singapore’s initiatives on AI governance and more on Maxwell En-Route: https://lnkd.in/g_WJRCnD

In April, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) announced the GST InvoiceNow Requirement for new voluntary GST-registered businesses to transmit invoice data to IRAS using InvoiceNow solutions via the InvoiceNow network. The requirement will be implemented progressively to all GST-registered businesses. You can view the draft e-Tax Guide here: https://lnkd.in/gkAFiUsq 📝All businesses are encouraged to share your feedback with IRAS on the draft e-Tax Guide on "Adopting InvoiceNow Requirement for GST-registered Businesses" as your input is vital in shaping future recommendations: https://lnkd.in/gT9s9NuT. The IRAS survey closes on 11 July 2024. Responses will be strictly confidential. Contact IRAS if you have questions: gstfeedback@iras.gov.sg #IRAS #InvoiceNow #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect

The rise of generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the future of work globally, and it's time for companies to gear up and capture value from the transformation! Tune in to McKinsey & Company’s podcast featuring IMDA's Assistant Chief Executive, Mr Terence Chia, as he shares his perspective on how GenAI is transforming the way we live, work, and play, and how companies can adapt to thrive from a Singapore perspective. Moderated by Sanjna Parasrampuria, partner at McKinsey Singapore, and together with Kathryn Kuhn, an alumnus of McKinsey’s digital practice, they discussed how: 🔹GenAI is transforming key industry functions and the future of work, boosting efficiency and productivity across tasks. 🔹Singapore has been proactively preparing its workforce for decades to ride the GenAI wave, from strengthening digital and business infrastructure to upgrading the quality of our talent through programmes such as IMDA’s TechSkills Accelerator. 🔹Collaboration is vital to ensure that leadership and talent are future-ready. Stay ahead of the curve. Join the conversation on GenAI and the future of work: https://lnkd.in/guVedPUd #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect

Keen to elevate Singapore's animation industry to a global audience, Calleen Koh considers IMDA’s SG Digital Scholarship the perfect match for her career aspirations. The SG Digital Scholar is currently pursuing her Master of Fine Art in Experimental Animation at the California Institute of the Arts, and considers the scholarship an ideal choice for those aspiring to make waves in the tech or media industry🎬 For promising media students like Calleen, the SG Digital Scholarship offers a unique platform to embark on their studies, while staying connected with developments in their field. Through access to networking opportunities and a strong SG Digital Leadership Accelerator community of tech and media talent, Calleen feels actively supported in her professional development through the course of her studies and beyond 💼 Hear from Calleen and other scholars on how the scholarship has helped strengthened their purpose: https://lnkd.in/gmRhPQvq #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect #SGDLA #TechThoughts

The Personal Data Protection (PDP) Week is back from 15-18 July, spotlighting cutting-edge technologies like Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) and trustworthy #AI. Expect a dynamic lineup of panel discussions, workshops and our flagship PDP Seminar. For the first time ever, PDP Week will coincide with the PET Summit APAC. We're also thrilled to partner again with the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals Asia Privacy Forum 2024 to discuss a wide variety of critical topicsin the region. Get ready to learn how to ignite innovation with the transformative power of trusted data. 📅 Don't miss out! Reserve your spot by 10 July: https://lnkd.in/gPjR7Mw8 Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) #IMDA #IMDigitalArchitect #PDPA