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OpenAI to open first applied AI lab in Singapore

OpenAI to open its first applied AI lab outside the U.S. in Singapore with S$300M investment and 200 jobs. Details on AI collaboration.

John Smith
ByJohn Smith- Senior Editor
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SINGAPORE, May 20 (Reuters) - OpenAI will open its first applied AI lab outside of the U.S. in Singapore, the city-state’s Ministry of Digital Development and Information said on Wednesday.

Here are the details:

  • OpenAI’s staffing in Singapore will grow to around 200 roles "in the next few years", and the company said it would commit more than S$300 million ($235 million) to the city-state.
  • OpenAI and Singapore will collaborate to advance applied AI innovation, build AI talent, and make AI accessible to citizens, enterprises and the public sector.
  • The move comes as Singapore bets on AI to transform its economy, aiming to become an AI hub that attracts leading AI firms.

($1 = S$1.28)

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