Singapore - 1. What is the understanding or definition of AI in your jurisdiction? 2. In your jurisdiction, besides legal tech tools (ie, law firm or

What is the current or planned regulatory approach to AI in general? While Singapore has yet to promulgate any laws governing the use of AI, it has introduced responsible AI testing frameworks and toolkits.505 These initiatives and guidelines support the development and adoption of AI technologies, including in the legal sector. [...] In 2018, MAS published the ‘Principles to Promote Fairness, Ethics, Accountability and Transparency in the Use of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics in Singapore’s Financial Sector’ (the ‘FEAT Principles’) to provide guidance to firms on the use of AI and data analytics to offer financial products and services. [...] What is the current status – planned, discussed or implemented – of the sectorial legislation in your jurisdiction on the use of AI in the legal profession or services that are traditionally provided by lawyers? In 2020, the Ministry of Law launched520 a sector-wide plan to promote innovation, technology adoption and development in Singapore’s legal industry leading up to 2030. [...] What is the role of the national bar organisations or other official professional institutions? The Singapore Academy of Law and the Law Society of Singapore have issued guidelines and reports on AI-related topics, such as the application of ethical principles and the examination of criminal and civil liability in specific contexts.523 520 Technology and Innovation Roadmap Launched to Support Lega. [...] INSIGHTS ON PUBLIC POLICIES TO ENSURE AI’S BENEFICIAL USE AS A PROFESSIONAL TOOL 261 In particular, the Singapore Academy of Law’s Law Reform Committee (LRC) has established a subcommittee on robotics and AI to consider and make recommendations on the application of the law to robotics and AI systems.524 The LRC is looking to publish a series of reports to stimulate systematic thought and debate o.