MDDI's Response to PQ on Mandating Content Filters and Digital Watermarking for High-Risk AI Tools

Parliament Sitting on 25 February 2026

Question for Oral Answer

*41. Mr Cai Yinzhou asked the Minister for Digital Development and Information (a) whether IMDA will mandate content filters and digital watermarking for high-risk AI tools, following the blocking of Grok in Indonesia and Malaysia; and (b) how the Ministry intends to audit AI models accessible in Singapore for compliance with the Model AI Governance Framework.

Answer

Testing standards and technical solutions to manage AI related risks are still developing. Nonetheless, we have consistently emphasised the need for responsible AI development and deployment. We have sought to provide practical support through guidelines like the Model AI Governance Framework and testing tools like AI Verify. We will update our policies as standards and technical safeguards mature.

Singaporeans are protected from online harms through safeguards such as the Codes of Practice for Online Safety and the upcoming Online Safety (Relief and Accountability) Act. The Member may refer to our previous response to Ms Cassandra Lee's Parliamentary Question on safeguards for users of Grok's app delivered at the 3 February 2026 Parliament sitting.

*Converted to written answer