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Thought Leadership
Perspectives on Digital Skills, AI and the Future of Work
Insights from VI representatives, instructors, and partners on digital skills, AI adoption, workforce transformation, and the future of learning.
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SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit in 2026: What Employers Need to Know
A practical breakdown of how to claim SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit, plus the 30 November 2026 deadline employers should not miss.
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Generative AI
21 UTAP-Approved AI Tools in Singapore You Can Subscribe to With NTUC Subsidy (2026)
From ChatGPT to Canva, here is the full list of 21 AI tools NTUC members can subscribe to with UTAP support.
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Popular Articles
Do PRs Have SkillsFuture Credit? What PRs Can Claim in 2026
If you’re a Permanent Resident in Singapore, you’ve probably asked yourself one thing: does PR have SkillsFuture Credit in Singapore? The short answer? No. SkillsFuture Credit only applies to Singapore citizens aged 25 and above. But that does not mean PRs are left behind. You can still access SkillsFuture-approved training with course fee subsidies. These […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Learn UX Design
User Experience (UX) Design is crucial to our digital world. It shapes how users interact with websites, mobile apps, and other digital products, ensuring they are intuitive, efficient, and enjoyable. Companies today invest heavily in UX design to improve customer satisfaction and retention. As a result, UX designers are in high demand, with job opportunities […]
Top Platforms for Data Analytics and Data Science Datasets
Have you ever had the plan but needed the platform when ideating for your next data project? Whether you’re a beginner building your portfolio, a seasoned professional sharpening your skills, or a student embarking on your first data-driven endeavour, having access to suitable datasets is crucial. To demonstrate your data analytics and data science skills, […]
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SkillsFuture AI Subscription: How to Get 6 Months of Free Premium AI Tools
The SkillsFuture AI Subscription gives eligible Singaporeans six months of complimentary access to selected premium AI tools. Wondering whether you qualify? Or which course do you need to attend before you can claim it? Launched on 16 September 2026, the initiative helps learners continue practising AI after attending eligible training. It forms part of Singapore’s […]
What Are Professional Skills and How to Improve Them?
Professional skills can shape how well you perform today, but will the same skills still matter in five years? As AI changes everyday work, should you focus on technical expertise, human capabilities, or both? The World Economic Forum expects 39% of workers’ existing skill sets to change or become outdated by 2030. AI and big […]
How to Break Through Career Stagnation at Work
Career stagnation is not always obvious. You can earn a promotion, take on more work, and still remain stuck. A new title can mean little if your skills, responsibilities, and future options barely change. The reverse can also be true. You might stay in one role while gaining expertise, influence, and opportunities. This distinction matters […]
Can Soft Skills Be Learned? 8 Ways to Start Building Them
Can soft skills be learned, or are some people just naturally better with people? The short answer is yes. Soft skills are not fixed personality traits handed to a lucky few. They are built the same way any skill is built, through repetition, feedback, and real exposure to situations that test them. This article looks […]
8 Skills That Cannot Be Replaced by AI
Skills that cannot be replaced by AI turn out to be a shorter list than expected, and a more specific one. Some workplaces have leaned all the way into AI tools. Others have barely touched them. Most people sit somewhere in between, genuinely unsure how the two are meant to work together. According to the […]
7 Practical Skills You’ll Learn from Generative AI Training in Singapore
AI training in Singapore is becoming more relevant as Generative AI enters everyday workplace tasks. But are you getting reliable results from AI? Or are you still rewriting prompts until something finally works? In 2025, 73.8% of surveyed workers in Singapore used AI at work, according to IMDA. Yet using AI tools is only the […]
10 Tips to Improve Your Public Speaking Skills
Strong public speaking skills have become one of the clearest markers of readiness for senior work in Singapore. Technical ability gets professionals into the room. Communication determines what happens once they are there. A well-researched proposal can stall because nobody felt anything, while a simpler idea wins backing because it was delivered with clarity and […]
What Is Carbon Accounting, and Why Is It Becoming a Core Job Skill?
What is carbon accounting? At its simplest, it is the practice of working out how much a company’s operations add to its emissions, then putting a number to it. Demand for the skill is growing faster than the supply of people who can do it. Eco-Business reported that internal skills gaps ranked as the top […]
Top 8 Highest-Paying Jobs in Singapore Among Young Professionals
What are the highest-paying jobs in Singapore for young professionals aged 25 to 29? Do technical careers dominate the rankings, or do other fields compete? What skills and qualifications could help you reach these roles? This guide compares eight occupations using MOM wage data. You will learn about their salaries, responsibilities, requirements and possible career […]