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‘It’s exhausting’: Singapore’s young workers cling to side hustles to survive AI

  • Posted on July 25, 2026
  • By South China Morning Post
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  • 1 min read
In brief

Singapore's workforce faces mounting economic pressure as artificial intelligence reshapes job markets. Recent data reveals approximately 30% of the city-state's workers juggle multiple income streams simultaneously, combining full-time employment with side businesses or freelance work. This trend reflects growing concerns about wage stagnation and job security in an increasingly automated economy. Young professionals struggle to meet rising living costs, prompting a shift toward diversified income strategies. The phenomenon highlights broader challenges facing developed economies adapting to technological disruption.

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‘It’s exhausting’: Singapore’s young workers cling to side hustles to survive AI
‘It’s exhausting’: Singapore’s young workers cling to side hustles to survive AI

Almost one-third of the city state’s workers say they need to combine a full-time job with another source of income.
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South China Morning Post

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