Singapore Businesses Increase AI Adoption, Digital Economy Grows
AI use among enterprises in Singapore rose to 23.5% in 2025, with the digital economy expanding to over $144 billion and contributing a larger share to the nation's GDP.
AI use among enterprises in Singapore rose to 23.5% in 2025, with the digital economy expanding to over $144 billion and contributing a larger share to the nation's GDP.
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The adoption of artificial intelligence by businesses in Singapore has seen a significant increase, with over one in five enterprises utilizing the technology in 2025. This rise in AI adoption coincides with the growth of Singapore's digital economy, which expanded to over $144 billion and accounted for a larger portion of the nation's gross domestic product.
The digital economy's contribution to Singapore's GDP grew from 18.8% to 19.3% year-on-year, reaching $144.1 billion in 2025. The IMDA highlighted that digital technologies continue to fundamentally shape business operations and job roles across various industries.
Tech employment also saw a year-on-year increase of 3.8% in 2025, reaching 222,200 jobs. The fastest-growing roles were identified in the fields of AI, data, and cybersecurity. Notably, growth in tech employment was led by non-tech sectors, indicating a broad demand for digital skills across the economy.
FAQ
What percentage of Singaporean businesses used AI in 2025?
In 2025, 23.5% of all enterprises in Singapore adopted artificial intelligence.
How has the digital economy's contribution to Singapore's GDP changed?
The digital economy's contribution to Singapore's GDP rose from 18.8% in 2024 to 19.3% in 2025.
