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Customers allowed to register only 10 postpaid SIM cards across all telcos from Feb 28

IMDA and the telcos have been working together to tighten SIM card registration to prevent illicit use

The use of AI agents with access to sensitive information might introduce new risks, including unauthorised and erroneous actions.

Singapore unveils new framework to rein in risks of autonomous AI agents

While agentic artificial intelligence may benefit the Republic’s digital economy, it also has its vulnerabilities

IMDA also proposes loosening its grip on pro forma transactions – which it defines as transactions that do not result in changes to the voting power held by shareholders of regulated persons.

MDDI, IMDA propose tighter approval process for M&As in media sector

This change and others aim to ‘further harmonise and refine’ the treatment of competition in the telco and media sectors, says a consultation paper

IMDA deemed the impact of the incident as “significant”, and said that the potential consequences on the safety and security of the public “could have been very serious”.

Singtel hit with S$1 million fine for 2024 disruption that affected over 500,000 users

The incident on Oct 8 last year affected more than 500,000 users for more than four hours

The programme was announced by Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information Tan Kiat How at the opening of the Asia TV Forum & Market 2025 on Wednesday (Dec 3).

IMDA launches S$200 million Talent Accelerator Programme for Singapore’s media industry

It will focus on global distribution and intellectual property development in the sector

Applications will be assessed holistically based on their strategic value to Singapore’s digital economy, broader economic contributions, and commitment to sustainability, says IMDA.

EDB, IMDA launch second exercise to expand data-centre capacity

At least 200 MW of capacity will be made available from this initiative

IMDA says firms with existing autonomous mobile robot deployments have reported tangible impact, including a 22% increase in workforce retention.

IMDA to co-fund deployment of robots by 500 firms over next 3 years

The authority’s support will focus on improving integration and interoperability

Second Minister for Finance Indranee Rajah says enrolments in the Singapore Chartered Accountants Qualification have more than trebled since 2022.

New accountancy pathways for ITE graduates; free AI training for accountants: Indranee

National accountancy body also launches climate and social-impact reporting guidelines

The proceedings relate to mobile virtual network arrangements between Liberty Wireless and M1.

Circles.Life parent Liberty Wireless takes M1 to court over network agreement

The proceedings’ outcome is not expected to affect the proposed sale of M1’s telco business

Most major markets in Asia lack consistent climate adaptation plans, says a prominent climate-focused investor group.
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Issue 166: GIC mainstreams climate adaptation investing; Singapore to tackle reporting of cloud services emissions

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