SINGAPORE: ChatGPT guardian firm OpenAI on Wednesday (Oct 9) introduced plans to open an workplace in Singapore later this yr, including that it has began constructing a group within the nation.
Singapore can be a hub from which OpenAI will help clients and companions all through the Asia Pacific area, and the group right here will assist to strengthen relationships with native and regional governments, companies and establishments, stated the corporate.
In its announcement at Tech Week Singapore, OpenAI stated its plans replicate Singapore’s “management place” in know-how and synthetic intelligence, in addition to the rising demand for superior AI instruments throughout the Asia Pacific area.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated that Singapore “has emerged as a frontrunner in synthetic intelligence”.
Mr Altman added that the corporate is worked up to companion with the federal government and the nation’s “thriving AI ecosystem” because it expands into the area.
OpenAI additionally introduced a partnership with AI Singapore to make superior AI extra extensively accessible throughout Southeast Asia.
“By way of the partnership, OpenAI will present as much as US$1 million to assist develop sources, together with open datasets, to make sure AI fashions are higher suited to Southeast Asia’s various languages and cultures.”
Dr Leslie Teo, senior director of AI merchandise at AI Singapore stated: “This effort will enhance the supply and high quality of Southeast Asian knowledge, and encourage additional growth and adoption of AI fashions and options in our area.”
