To create a pro-consumer and pro-business infocomm environment, IDA formulates infocomm-related policies, standards, codes of practice and advisory guidelines aimed at leveling the playing field for infocomm service providers and empowering consumers and businesses with more choices.

IDA plays an active role in developing Singapore’s pool of globally-competitive infocomm talent and an infocomm-savvy workforce. We are also focused on driving consumer education initiatives, ensuring digital inclusion and supporting the effective use of infocomm in community outreach efforts.

Overview

IDA drives the growth, competitiveness and innovation of Singapore’s infocomm industry by nurturing local infocomm enterprises and supporting them in their internationalisation efforts. We also seek to inject greater vibrancy into the infocomm ecosystem by attracting world-class global infocomm MNCs and startups to hub in Singapore.

Infocomm & You

Singapore is a well-connected society where citizens and businesses use infocomm extensively to enrich their lives and enhance their competitiveness in an increasingly globalised environment. To sustain this momentum, IDA drives programmes in key areas of infocomm adoption and fine-tunes the regulatory environment where necessary to support consumers in their infocomm journey.

Related Information

Wireless@SG

Wireless@SG is a wireless broadband programme under the Next Generation National Infocomm Infrastructure initiative. It provides free wireless broadband access in public areas, both indoors and outdoors, with speeds of up to 2 Mbps. The aim is catalyse the growth of wireless broadband market in Singapore and promote wireless broadband lifestyle among citizens.

Next Gen NBN

The Next Generation Nationwide Broadband Network (Next Gen NBN) is the wired network of the Next Generation National Infocomm Infrastructure. It will provide ultra-high speed broadband access of 1Gbps and more, where consumers can look forward to a slew of next generation services at all physical addresses including homes, schools, government buildings, businesses and hospitals.

Near Field Communication

NFC, short for Near Field Communication, is a close-range wireless technology that allows for quick data exchange between devices. Imagine using NFC-enabled smartphone to pay for our meals, shopping and entertainment. No more fumbling for our wallet or scrambling for change. Just a whole new level of convenience to complement our lifestyles.

Infocomm Experience Centre

Located at Esplanade Xchange, the Infocomm Experience Centre (iExperience) showcases the possibilities and benefits of the Next Gen Nationwide Broadband Network to the public and businesses through interactive and engaging exhibits designed give visitors a hands-on experience of Next Gen technologies and services.

Cyberwellness and Security

To develop savvy users of infocomm security in Singapore, programmes have been implemented in partnership across the public, people and private sectors through the Cyber Security Awareness Alliance. The aim is to build a positive culture of cyber security in Singapore where infocomm security becomes second nature, and to enhance awareness and adoption of essential infocomm security practices.

Infocomm Regulation For Consumers

More choices, no bill shocks and better protection all round for consumers – these are some of the goals of policies and regulations developed by IDA to create a conducive infocomm environment that is both pro-consumer and pro-business.