Funding Societies has raised USD $18 million in debt capital led by Helicap Investments, the newly launched Social Impact Debt Fund, and a Japanese financial services group. Helicap Securities acted ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore will stay the course in its reopening when new Covid-19 infection numbers stabilise: Experts
SINGAPORE - A week after Singapore entered a stabilisation phase on Sept 27, it saw new Covid-19 infection numbers breach the 3,000 figure for the first time, sparking concern among some of the impact ... ( read original story ...)
METACO, Provider of Infrastructure for Digital Assets, Establishes APAC Headquarters in Singapore
Andre Israel, COO at METACO, stated: “We are proud to announce the launch of our Singapore office and the appointment ... web site covering the emerging global industry of disruptive finance including ... ( read original story ...)
Foreign domestic workers in Singapore told not to engage in terrorist activities after ”developments in Afghanistan”
The Singapore Government has told foreign domestic workers in Singapore, through their employers, not to engage in terrorism-related activities following "the developments in Afghanistan", which may ... ( read original story ...)
Export of value-added products flagged off
APEDA has mobilised around one metric tonne of value-added products made of jackfruit, passion fruit and nutmeg for exporting. ( read original story ...)
Pandemic blues drive demand for mental health apps in Singapore
SINGAPORE: Offering guided meditations, wellness workshops and even training opportunities for staff to become certified care providers are some of the ways foodpanda is building up its mental health ... ( read original story ...)
Why this chip maker’s New York IPO has left a bad taste in the mouth for Chengdu’s local government
GlobalFoundries said in its prospectus that the Chengdu factory halted operations due to ‘a variety of factors, including unanticipated market conditions’ ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s PayNow And Malaysia’s DuitNow To Link In 2022.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) and Bank Negara Malaysia (“BNM”) have announced plans to commence a phased linkage of Singapore’s PayNow and Malaysia’s DuitNow real-time payment systems. ( read original story ...)
How Singapore’s $50 Billion Financial District Will Change After Covid-19
Singapore’s glittering financial district is facing its biggest challenge yet: How to reinvent itself for a post-pandemic, hybrid-working world. In little more than half a century, what was once a ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s property investment deals rise 38.7% in Q3
The bulk of investment volume is driven by the sale of four GSL sites. Singapore recorded a quarterly increase in its real estate investments, with $7.5b deals secured for the third quarter (Q3) of ... ( read original story ...)
One IBC Group Announces an Incredible Offer for Singapore Company Formation Services
The company has extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in the corporate services provider consultancy field. One IBC Group, a renowned gl ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Gaming Matters 2021 conference reveals guest list
Global games industry conference Gaming Matters 2021 has revealed the line-up of speakers and guests appearing at the event later in October. READ MORE: The best RPGs: Essential r ... ( read original story ...)
GlobalFoundries files for an IPO, could be valued at $25 billion
Back in July, the rumor mill was abuzz with reports that Intel was interested in buying semiconductor giant GlobalFoundries for around $30 billion, presumably as a ... ( read original story ...)
UBX establishes second office in Singapore
UBX PHILIPPINES Corp. has established an office in Singapore to help companies there that are looking to enter the local market. ( read original story ...)
Smart patrol robots stoke surveillance fears in Singapore
Singapore has trialed patrol robots that blast warnings at people engaging in undesirable social behavior, adding to an arsenal of surveillance technology in the tightly controlled city-state that is ... ( read original story ...)
3,577 new COVID cases in Singapore; 3 unvaccinated deaths
The MOH on 6 October confirmed a record 3,577 new COVID cases in Singapore, bringing the country's total case count to 113,381, as well as three more deaths due to the disease. ( read original story ...)