According to the 2025 EY Responsible AI Pulse survey, C-suite executives remain optimistic in their artificial intelligence (AI) systems, despite many organisations having limited governance controls to manage risks effectively.
The report also found that AI integration is a global trend, with all (100%) of the Singapore respondents (99% globally) stating that their organisations have already integrated AI across most or all initiatives or are actively integrating it as part of a broader strategic plan. However, only 53% (global 71%) having moderate to strong controls to protect AI systems from threats such as unauthorised access, corruption or theft.
“There is a clear ambition to scale AI across organisations, but ambition must be grounded in operational reality. True integration requires reengineering core business processes and redesigning functional roles,” Manik Bhandari, EY Asean Artificial Intelligence and Data Leader, said.
Governance controls
The survey also revealed that almost half (47%) of those in Singapore said that developing governance frameworks remains a challenge in current AI technologies. Moreover, a concerning 67% said their organisation’s approach to technology-related risks is insufficient to address new challenges.
Additionally, the survey found that only 43% in Singapore are actively investing in governance frameworks to address the risks and challenges of these emerging AI technologies.
“As organisations push to scale AI, governance must evolve in tandem. Without the right oversight, even well-intentioned AI deployments can lead to unintended consequences, from ethical risks to reputational damage. Embedding clear accountability and control mechanisms will be essential to sustain AI’s long-term value,” Bhandari said.
The survey, conducted between March and April 2025, gathered the views of 975 C-suite leaders across 21 countries, including 30 from Singapore.
