Temus, a Singapore-based AI and digital transformation firm established by Temasek, has announced a strategic acquisition of Thinking Machines Data Science, a Philippines-headquartered company. This partnership aims to scale enterprise AI across Southeast Asia by combining Temus’ transformation delivery infrastructure with Thinking Machines’ decade-long expertise in building data platforms and deploying AI systems.
Thinking Machines, recognised as OpenAI’s first official Services Partner in the Asia Pacific, will continue to operate under its own brand. Founder Stephanie Sy will join the Temus leadership team, co-leading the Applied AI and Data team alongside Sutowo Wong. Sy expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “Joining the Temus group means we can pursue our ambition at a scale we could not have reached alone.”
Founded in Manila in 2015, Thinking Machines has trained over 10,000 professionals and co-developed hundreds of AI systems across various sectors, including financial services and retail. The company operates offices in Manila, Singapore, and Bangkok. Its recent recognition as an OpenAI advanced partner highlights its capability in deploying production-grade AI systems.
Temus, with a workforce of 500, provides comprehensive AI transformation services, aligning with Singapore’s Smart Nation and National AI Strategy. The acquisition will enable both firms to accelerate AI deployment from pilot to production across the region, offering expanded capabilities without disrupting existing engagements.
Sng Ren Yeong, CEO of Temus, emphasised the strategic fit, stating, “This investment connects two parts of the system that need to work as one—how AI is built and how it is made to operate at scale.” The collaboration is set to enhance AI impact across Southeast Asia, benefiting clients with a deeper range of AI and data solutions.
