Singapore’s Economic Development Board (EDB) is launching Tech.Pass to attract leading founders, leaders and tech experts into the country.
The initiative aims to utilise their expertise to aid the development of the rapidly-growing tech ecosystem in the city-state.
Targeted at the top tier of tech talents, Tech.Pass will allow holders to contribute across the ecosystem in a variety of roles — ranging from founders and mentors to lecturers and consultants.
Applications will open in January 2021, with 500 places available upon launch.
To qualify, individuals must possess experience in leading large tech companies, or in developing tech products with mass adoption.
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The pass will be valid for two years and can be renewed only once upon expiry. To have the passes renewed, individuals will be assessed against certain criteria, including income, total business spending and the number of locals employed.
As per a press release, the pass will be part of the Tech@SG programme. Launched last year, the programme seeks to support the expansion of high-growth companies in Singapore by ensuring they have access to established tech talent.
The EDB claims this initiative is part of the government’s efforts to ensure Singapore remains globally competitive. It will create opportunities for local tech talent to work and learn alongside their global counterparts.
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