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2026 Outlook: What’s next for tech – and the top stories of 2025

Some of the key developments in 2025 that will take shape in 2026 include more advanced artificial intelligence systems that carry out tasks autonomously.

3D printed hands, tools co-created by Singapore non-profit group plug assistive-tech gaps

Ms Irene Lim, 38, lost her limbs after being infected with sepsis two years ago.

Apple users urged to update their device software following security warnings

Apple’s iOS 26.2, released on December 12, fixes over 20 flaws in Apple’s iOS software, two of which had already been used in real-life attacks.

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Stream movies or edit docs: How to multitask anywhere with new 10-inch foldable

The Samsung Galaxy TriFold can switch from a compact phone to a larger screen, allowing you to view content or work more comfortably.

Singtel fined $1m for fixed-line outage that disrupted emergency call services in October 2024

IMDA’s investigation found that the landline outage was within Singtel’s control, and it was not due to a cyber-attack.

Wearable ultrasound stickers being developed to help monitor chronic patients continuously

The wearable ultrasound stickers can provide continuous imaging of a patient’s internal organs for up to 48 hours.

Learning by talking: Instead of fishing for answers, students explain concepts to bot

(From left) Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) alumnus Akshaya Rajesh, GenAI engineer, and Dr Sumbul Khan, senior lecturer in SUTD's Science, Mathematics, and Technology cluster, on Oct 28, 2025.

Nintendo Studios Singapore to be established in 2026 after Japanese gaming giant’s acquisition

Bandai Namco Studios Singapore, was established in 2013 as an overseas subsidiary focused on game development, including creation of in-game art assets.

New lab at NTU to advance AI-powered humanoid robots for industry use

(From left) Schaeffler (Singapore) regional CEO Asia-Pacific and managing director Maximilian Fiedler, NTU vice-president (industry) Lam Khin Yong and Schaeffler chief technology officer Uwe Wagner, at the launch of Schaeffler-NTU Corporate Lab: Intelligent Mechatronics Hub at the Wee Cho Yaw Plaza on Nov 27.

Singapore orders Google, Apple to curb govt impersonation on messaging services

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