Published on 06 Dec 2017

Launch of SCALE@NTU

SCALE@NTU was jointly established by NTU, Singtel and NRF in December 2017

NTU and Singtel have set up a S$42.4 million laboratory to develop and commercialise digital technologies. The new Singtel Cognitive and AI Lab for Enterprises (SCALE@NTU) was launched on 4 December 2017 and will focus on artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, robotics and the Internet of Things.

“As businesses face the rising threat of technological disruptions, companies are constantly seeking innovative ways to gain deeper insights through data analytics, better engage their customers and transform their operations through digitalisation. To help companies address these challenges, we are stepping up our R&D efforts to develop deep capabilities in these focused areas.”

- Bill Chang, Chief Executive Officer, Group Enterprise at Singtel

“For Singapore to achieve its Smart Nation vision, we have to keep pushing the frontiers of AI and develop innovative ways to process, analyse and utilise big data. This is how the collaborative effort between Singtel and NTU on cognitive computing will make a huge impact, improving productivity for businesses while making our cities smarter and more efficient.”
- Professor Lam Khin Yong, NTU’s Acting Provost, Chief of Staff and Vice President (Research)

“The lab will provide a platform for researchers and engineers from both academia and industry to work together to translate cutting-edge research into digital solutions and offerings by our companies, while nurturing a pipeline of digital talent who can drive Singapore’s Smart Nation journey.”

- George Loh, NRF Singapore’s Director (Programs)