Today, Senior Defense Minister Heng Chi Hau moderated the 1st AI Student Developer Conference held at the Institute for Lifelong Learning. Hosted by AI Singapore (AISG) and attended by over 300 attendees, the conference provided attendees with insight into Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the AI industry through panel discussions, interactive booths and workshops. , have been able to explore career opportunities with industry partners. . As part of the meeting, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between the AISG and the Digital Intelligence Department (DIS) of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).
In his opening remarks at the conference, Heng said, “Besides partners in the defense sector, DIS is expanding its engagement with the broader technology ecosystem, including engagement with the commercial sector and academia… The MOU will allow DIS to pursue the direction of this effort and strengthen our ongoing efforts to build and maintain a strong and talented workforce and talent pipeline, enhancing and sharpening SAF’s digital frontier.”
The MOU between AISG and DIS was signed by AISG Head of LearnAI Koo Sengmeng and DIS Chief Digitization Officer Military Expert 7 (ME7) Guo Jinghua. Professor Simon Chesterman, AISG Senior Director of AI Governance, and Brigadier General Li Yijin, Director of Digital Intelligence and Director of Military Intelligence, formalize collaboration to deepen national AI expertise for Singapore’s digital defense I attended the signing of the MOU. .
The MoU will further align and strengthen DIS’s capacity building in Data Science and AI (DSAI). DIS must keep up with the rapid pace of AI innovation in academia and industry and be agile in its use to complement the strong AI capabilities of the defense technology community. This is critical for DIS to better leverage the growing data mass in the digital realm and effectively detect and respond to the growing digital threats facing Singapore and its citizens. DIS leverages AISG’s industry and talent development programs such as the 100 Experiments (100E) and AI Apprenticeship Program (AIAP) to deploy advanced AI techniques such as the use of large-scale language models and reinforcement learning to Expand the ability of DIS to integrate. Incorporated into DIS and SAF operations.
DIS will also work with AISG to develop and expand its workforce. Through the introduction of AISG’s LearnAI course, DIS will expand its offering of courses for professional upskilling of DIS personnel. DIS will also leverage AISG’s existing student network to maintain her DSAI’s talent pipeline and support her AISG’s mission to grow and develop the national digital workforce. The DIS will enable AISG AIAP national personnel with deep AI training to contribute to national defense through participation in various projects supporting the DIS. DIS will also provide employment opportunities for these personnel as needed. In addition, AISG will share with AISG Student Outreach Program students about career opportunities in National Service (NS) and her DIS, such as the Digital Work Learner Scheme.
Koo emphasized the importance of the MOU in Singapore’s digital defense, stating, “Our partnership with DIS will enable Singapore to build a strong and resilient AI workforce with knowledge of issues relevant to national defense and with expertise relevant to defense.” We will have a strong pipeline,” he said. “Let’s protect our digital border and protect Singapore. We look forward to working closely with DIS to jointly deepen the core capabilities of the Next Generation Singapore Armed Forces and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats.” increase.”
Mr Guo, ME7, said, “DIS and AISG are working towards a common goal of enhancing digital capabilities to protect Singapore. We need to better enjoy dynamic AI innovations in academia and industry.”Partnership with AISG is an important part of our approach to harnessing cutting-edge AI innovation. Beyond AI capability development, the partnership will help grow the DIS Digital Combat Force that will defend Singapore in the digital space.” Leverage the domain and contribute to the nation’s AI talent pipeline through various schemes as digital work learning schemes. To do. ”
About AI Singapore
AI Singapore (AISG) is a national AI program launched by the National Research Foundation of Singapore (NRF) to anchor the nation’s deep capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI), create social and economic impact through AI, and empower local communities. It aims to develop human resources and build an AI ecosystem. , and put Singapore on the world map.
AISG brings together a Singapore-based research institute and a vibrant ecosystem of AI start-ups and companies developing AI products to conduct application-inspired research, increase knowledge, Develop talent to create tools and drive Singapore’s AI efforts.
AISG is a government-wide partnership comprising the NRF, Smart Nation Digital Government Office (SNDGO), Economic Development Board (EDB), Information and Communication Media Development Authority (IMDA), SGInnovate and Integrated Health Information System (IHiS) is promoted by
Details of some programs can be found below.
– 100 experiments (100E)
– AI Apprentice Program (AIAP)
– Learn AI
For more information on AISG and its programs, please visit www.aisingapore.org.
AI Singapore social media channels:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aisingapore
Instagram: @ai_singapore
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aisingapore/
twitter: https://twitter.com/AISingapore
About DIS
The Singapore Armed Forces’ 4th Directorate (SAF) will be established in 2022 as part of the transformation of the Digital and Intelligence Directorate, the next generation SAF. DIS is looking at consolidating and consolidating existing command, control, communications, computers, and information. SAF intelligence (C4I) and cyber capabilities. As a dedicated service, DIS develops, trains and maintains digital forces and capabilities to advance in the digital realm and fulfill its mission of safeguarding Singapore’s peace and security against increasingly complex threats.
DIS’s mission is to defend and dominate the digital realm. As part of an integrated SAF, DIS will enhance Singapore’s security from peace to war. The DIS plays a key role in defending Singapore from threats in the digital realm, and as a networked joint force for the SAF to deal with wider external threats to strengthen and defend Singapore’s peace and sovereignty. allowing it to function better. DIS works with MINDEF, SAF, partners across government agencies, and like-minded partners in academia and industry to protect our country from threats in the digital realm.
Building a highly skilled digital workforce is key to SAF’s digital defense strategy. DIS continues to attract and develop digital professionals, both military and non-uniform, to expand the SAF’s digital workforce.
DIS utilizes national military personnel to develop digital talent. An Armed Forces Ready National Service Personnel (ORNS) with appropriate talent and relevant civilian expertise may also express interest in his DIS service through an Enhanced Expert Deployment Plan (EEDS). Appropriately skilled full-time National Service Personnel (NSF) are offered to participate in DIS-related Work Learning Schemes (WLS) to receive military training and serve in the NS while ultimately completing a national qualification. By acquiring it, you can finally acquire a national qualification. A relevant university degree. There are currently two of his DIS WLS’s, the Digital WLS and the Cyber WLS.
For more information about DIS and its careers, please visit www.mindef.gov.sg/dis.
Digital Information Authority social media channels:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesingaporeDIS
Instagram: @thesingaporedis
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-and-intelligence-service
twitter: @thesingaporeDIS
