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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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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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Why Short Courses Are Beneficial For Singaporeans (2026 Guide)
So why are short courses beneficial for Singaporeans? If a course takes only a few hours, can it really help your career? Can a short course open doors that a longer qualification does not? And in a hiring market that moves fast, what do employers actually care about now? These questions matter more now than […]
Learning AI in Singapore: Q1 2026 Events Recap by Vertical Institute
As 2026 takes shape, learning AI is no longer a distant goal for Singapore professionals. It is becoming part of how people work, make decisions, and stay competitive in a changing economy. In Budget 2026, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong outlined a clear direction. AI will shape productivity, transform industries, and influence how jobs evolve. The […]
10 Career Opportunities in Cyber Security That Are in High Demand 2026
Career opportunities in cyber security are among the most in-demand roles in Singapore’s cyber security job market right now. As reported by Vulcan Post, Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower placed cyber security roles on its 2026 Shortage Occupation List — jobs where local talent cannot keep up with demand. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reinforced this in […]
AI Applications for Healthcare: 7 Skills That Help Staff Work With AI
AI applications for healthcare are moving beyond pilot programmes and into everyday clinical practice. In Singapore, this shift is already visible at the policy level. According to The Straits Times, the Ministry of Health and the Health Sciences Authority revised the AI in Healthcare Guidelines (AIHGle) in early 2026 to address developments in generative AI, […]
AI Jobs in Singapore: Skills You Need to Get Hired
AI jobs in Singapore are no longer limited to data scientists and machine learning engineers tucked away in tech companies. They span finance, healthcare, logistics, and beyond, and the list of roles that now require some form of AI skill is growing fast. If you have been wondering whether now is the right time to […]
AI in Media: How Media Teams Must Adapt in 2026
AI in media is becoming increasingly embedded across the industry. Newsrooms use it to analyse information, publishers use it to accelerate production, and streaming platforms rely on it to recommend content. Adoption is moving fast. A Reuters survey of nearly 300 global media leaders found that 64% consider automation tasks such as tagging, transcription, and […]
Women and AI: How One Singapore Business Owner Made AI Work for Her
The link between women and AI readiness extends beyond the office, touching every profession, every business, and every aspect of daily life. AI fluency is becoming a baseline expectation across companies and teams in every industry. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reinforced this in his Budget 2026 speech, placing Singapore’s AI push firmly on the national […]
Digital Marketing for Beginners: A Complete Guide to Getting Started
Digital marketing for beginners can often feel challenging at first. Yet digital channels now shape how people discover brands, compare options, and decide where to spend their money. So where should a beginner start? Do you need to master every platform, tool, and acronym before doing anything useful? Not at all. Recent Singapore data show […]
How to Become an SEO Expert: 12 Ways to Build Your Career
Learning how to become an SEO expert starts with asking the right questions. If you have ever Googled something and wondered how certain websites end up at the top of the results, you have already been thinking like one. SEO, or search engine optimisation, is the practice of making websites more visible in search engines. […]