Singapore is taking early steps to govern agentic AI and quantum computing, launching new consultations to ensure innovation advances safely and securely.
Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo said Singapore aims to take a proactive and practical stance in managing these technologies, which she described as requiring new thinking from policymakers and collaboration across sectors.
At the Singapore International Cyber Week (SICW) 2025, Teo announced two public consultations led by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA).
One seeks feedback on Securing Agentic AI, an addendum to CSA’s 2024 Guidelines and Companion Guide on Securing AI Systems, while the other covers the Quantum-Safe Handbook and Quantum Readiness Index.
The agentic AI addendum focuses on addressing new risks such as rogue actions and sensitive data exposure in systems capable of independent planning and execution.
It builds on CSA’s existing AI framework with additional measures for mapping agent workflows, assessing vulnerabilities, and implementing security controls across development and deployment.
CSA said the addendum was developed with input from industry, government and international partners.
To strengthen industry cooperation, Teo also announced that CSA will sign Memoranda of Cooperation with Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and TRM Labs to boost AI-driven intelligence sharing and joint cybersecurity operations.
From AI Governance to Quantum Security
The Quantum-Safe Handbook, developed with GovTech and IMDA, provides guidance for organisations preparing for the arrival of quantum computers capable of breaking current encryption systems.
It highlights five key domains: Risk Assessment, Governance, Technology, Training and Capability, and External Engagements.
It urges early planning to mitigate potential “harvest-now, decrypt-later” attacks, where data stolen today could be compromised once quantum technology matures.
Teo said successful technology governance will depend on international cooperation, noting that a breakthrough in quantum computing anywhere could affect encryption everywhere.
Singapore, she added, will continue to collaborate globally to align standards and strengthen cybersecurity readiness.
Both consultations are open until 31 December 2025. Feedback on the Securing Agentic AI addendum can be sent to aisecurity@csa.gov.sg, while submissions on the Quantum-Safe Handbook and Quantum Readiness Index can be made via go.gov.sg/quantumsafefeedback.
Enquiries may be directed to quantum-safe@csa.gov.sg. Draft documents are available on www.csa.gov.sg.
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