HCLTECH AI/CLOUD NATIVE LAB IN SINGAPORE SET TO OPEN NEXT YEAR

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Global technology company, HCLTech announced the creation of a new Singapore-based artificial intelligence (AI)/Cloud Native Lab, its fifth lab in its global network, which is expected to open in 2025.

HCLTech Chairperson, Roshni Nadar Malhotra made the announcement at an event with attendance of Singapore’s Ministry of Digital Development and Information, and the country’s Economic Development Board (EDB), along with senior academic members from Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Polytechnic.

“Our Labs are a conducive starting point for enterprises that want to embark on a collaborative journey to develop blueprints for AI and Gen AI-led efficiencies, new business capabilities, skilling roadmaps and overall organisational competitive advantage with a pragmatic approach.

“We are very excited to add Singapore to our network, which will go a long way in further strengthening Singapore’s position as a regional hub for AI innovation,” said HCLTech Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems, Vijay Guntur in a statement.

The Lab, joining others in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and India, will be supported by the EDB and assist enterprises in the region in accelerating their AI initiatives via HCLTech’s comprehensive suite of integrated AI and Gen AI offerings, including AI Force and AI Foundry.

The Lab in Singapore will also partner with Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Polytechnic to collaborate on transferring knowledge and nurturing young talent and mid-career individuals in AI.

Singapore has made significant strides in helping companies adopt and innovate with AI across sectors including financial services, manufacturing and small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

In 2023, the Singapore government launched the Singapore National AI Strategy 2.0, highlighting its commitment to leading global AI innovation, which aims to build a trusted and responsible AI ecosystem.

HCLTech has been operating in Singapore for over four decades, building a strong technology presence and working with many notable clients. The republic is the hub for HCLTech's Southeast Asia operations and has led technological advancements, including Asia's first Wi-Fi-based patient tracking system and various projects for the Singapore government.

-- BERNAMA