About 2,000 people are expected to benefit each year, with doctors saying the subsidies could help more families identify hereditary risks early and take preventive action.

The vehicle is part of Grab's autonomous shuttle service, which operates on two fixed routes in Punggol.

The next-generation seats will be rolled out progressively from the second half of 2027, with more privacy, improved comfort and personalised features across all four cabin classes.

"AI agents can be very useful, but you cannot treat them like human assistants and give them the same broad access to your information and implicit trust," said the authorities.

Singapore startups are tapping China’s vast patient pool, hospital networks and manufacturing capabilities, but they must also navigate its evolving regulatory landscape.

The gaps in transboundary haze prevention require measures beyond legislation, says one expert.