Up to S$300 million will be offered to retail investors, with a fixed interest rate if 4.49 per cent per annum. ( read original story ...)
Some NTUC-OCBC cardholders not eligible to switch to new digital bank’s credit card
SINGAPORE - The advent of digital banks here has been heralded as a cutting-edge way to meet the banking needs of those under-served by the existing financial system, but not everyone is a winner in ... ( read original story ...)
DBS is first Singapore bank to enter metaverse in partnership with The Sandbox
It is an interactive metaverse experience showcasing the importance of building a better, more sustainable world, and inviting others to come alongside. The tie-up makes DBS the first Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
DBS enters metaverse in tie-up with The Sandbox to create virtual BetterWorld
With free access to all, users can experience building a better, more sustainable world. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia can save $98 billion on fuel import bill in 2050 if it sticks to net-zero pledges
SINGAPORE - Indonesia can significantly lower the costs of fuel imports if it sticks to its net-zero pledges that include a comprehensive clean energy transition plan, noted an International Energy ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore state flags at government buildings to fly half-mast on day of Queen Elizabeth’s funeral
State flags at all government buildings in Singapore will be flown at half-mast on the day of the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said on Friday (9 September). ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, former HDB director jailed two weeks, fined S$31,600 for taking obscene images of men
A 61-year-old man was sentenced to two weeks’ jail and a fine of S$31,600 (RM101,674) today (September 9) for taking photos and videos of other men ... ( read original story ...)
As Singapore celebrates first Cardinal, could the next Pope come from Asia?
Some 3,700 people in Singapore gathered for a thanksgiving mass on Thursday (September 8), as the city-state celebrated the appointment of its first cardinal. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, alongside ... ( read original story ...)
Daily roundup: Singapore-born food critic Chua Lam slammed for saying that Japanese omakase ‘treats diners like idiots’ – and other top stories today
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today.1. Singapore-born food critic Chua Lam slammed for saying that Japanese omakase 'treats diners like idiots'He shared that operating in this ... ( read original story ...)
Animoca Brands Raises $110 Million From Temasek, GGV And Boyu Capital As It Mulls Possible IPO
Temasek, GGV and Boyu Capital will engage and advise Animoca Brands on organization, process and governance that allows it to become “pre-IPO ready,” the company said. ( read original story ...)
Need a friend? A ‘quiet buddy’ in Singapore is up for rent
From S$100 (US$71), you can rent a platonic friend, buddy or a “shadow” who speaks as little as required on buy-and-sell platform Carousell to accompany you anywhere. “A quiet buddy to do quiet things ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Whampoa Group to invest $141m via fund for digital assets
SINGAPORE - Singapore's Whampoa Group, a multi-family office with investments in global tech firms, aims to deploy about US$100 million (S$140.5 million) through a venture capital fund in start-ups in ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Lee family scions make crypto push with new funds
Scions from two of Singapore’s most prominent families are boosting their involvement in digital assets. Whampoa Group, a multi-family office anchored by principals from the Lee family that founded ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Whampoa Group to invest $140.5m via fund for digital assets
Scions from two of Singapore's most prominent Lee families are boosting their involvement in digital assets. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
More Retail plans to go the IPO way for growth
The IPO will allow Samara Capital an opportunity to dilute its 51% stake in the holding company of More Retail, Witzig Advisory Services. Samara Capital owns the stake through Samara Alternate ... ( read original story ...)
‘We just want to revive this brand’: How Canadian Pizza plans to turn its Singapore business around
At its peak, Canadian Pizza had 36 outlets in Singapore. Its franchiser for the region tells CNA how the company wants to stay relevant to consumers here. ( read original story ...)