Forest fires that have been burning for months in Indonesia have blanketed parts of neighbouring Malaysia, Brunei and the Philippines.
Singapore gears up for smog-choked Grand Prix
In the run-up to the Grand Prix, Singapore also hosted a series of corporate events including Token2049, the world’s biggest crypto event. The haze was the biggest topic of discussion. “It couldn’t ...
Singapore GP gets tougher with first Sprint, new cars and just one practice session
McLaren's Lando Norris looked surprised when a reporter told him he would also be racing in daylight at Marina Bay this weekend."I've not even thought of that. Honestly, I didn't even know. So thanks ...
Standard Chartered to hold stablecoins and tokenized assets for Singapore institutions
Standard Chartered plans Singapore custody for selected crypto, stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets, open to institutions and accredited corporates.
Indonesian haze makes Singapore the most polluted city in the world
Indonesian haze makes Singapore the most polluted city in the world - Haze arrives just before Singapore Grand Prix gets underway on Friday ...
F1 Singapore: George Russell Penalized for Engine Change
The Briton will start from the back of the grid after the power unit failure in Malaysia. Mercedes brings forward the engine change planned for later. The sanction will be applied on Sunday, not in ...
Motor racing-Singapore Grand Prix entertainment may be curbed if haze worsens, FIA says
By Xinghui Kok SINGAPORE, Oct 8 (Reuters) - There might be some restrictions on outdoor activity such as entertainment during this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix but not on the race, if the haze ...
Singapore haze: 1-hour PM2.5 readings elevated across all regions
As at 6am, hourly PM2.5 levels were elevated across Singapore, while 24-hour PSI readings were in the unhealthy range in all five regions as well.
Singapore hotel rates race higher for F1 weekend despite softer early demand
Room occupancy pace is slower than last year’s level but picking up, say observers Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s cheque cut-off: Why this property player is switching to e-payments now
City Developments Limited switches to EDP+ e-payments as Singapore banks phase out corporate cheques from 2027. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Standard Chartered to Offer Digital Asset Custody in Singapore
Standard Chartered plans to offer crypto custody services for institutional clients in Singapore, the British multinational has said. Institutional and corporate clients increasingly want secure, ...
Standard Chartered Expands Crypto Custody In Singapore
British bank Standard Chartered (LON: STAN) is expanding its cryptocurrency custody services for institutions in ...
Marcos makes 6th Singapore visit with investments, nuclear energy on agenda
Philippine President Marcos visits Singapore to discuss investments, nuclear energy, and ASEAN coordination ahead of Singapore’s 2027 chairmanship. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s New AI Guidelines Hold Banks Accountable for Third-Party Tools
Singapore's new AI guidelines hold banks accountable for third-party tools, with MAS setting phased compliance deadlines for 2027 and 2028.
Amid battle for AI edge, Hong Kong presses HSBC over Singapore hub decision: sources
HKMA raises questions over bank's decision to establish an AI centre in Singapore despite Hong Kong being its largest market, sources say As Hong Kong and Singapore compete for leadership in ...
Banking Giant Standard Chartered Expands Crypto Custody to Singapore
Standard Chartered targets Singapore crypto custody by late 2026, expanding its institutional digital asset services.