The worldcoin is now scrutinized in Singapore for its potential role in money laundering and terrorism financing.
Singapore to Allow Cashless Bets in Casinos, Except Crypto: CNA
Singapore will allow its two casinos to conduct cashless gaming under changes made to the Casino Control Act, but will not permit the use of cryptocurrencies, CNA reported, citing Minister of State ...
Francis will be only the second pope to visit Singapore, one of the wealthiest nations
When Pope Francis arrives Wednesday in Asia’s financial powerhouse Singapore for the last leg of a four-nation tour, he is expected to bring his message of unity and hope to one of the world’s richest ...
Investors increasingly spreading their wealth amid global uncertainties: HSBC
The next generation of business leaders are doing the same for firms’ operations for a sustainable future. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Mobile Guardian breaches: MOE takes legal action against contractors; new app expected by Jan 2025
MOE stopped using the Mobile Guardian app in all students’ personal devices as of end-August. Read more at straitstimes.com.
PN Gadgil Jewellers IPO Opens Today: Price Band, GMP, And Key Details Revealed
The company's share price is set within the range of Rs 456-480 per share, and its market capitalisation post-issue is expected to exceed Rs 6,500 crore ...
Crypto ownership dips in S’pore but is stable in US, UK and France: Poll
The report found that sell-offs here have slowed down in the past six months as the market improved. Read more at straitstimes.com.
COTD: Singapore’s trade sees 10.1% growth in Q2 with rising imports and exports
Singapore’s merchandise exports maintained a positive growth trajectory, whilst the manufacturing contraction eased in Q2 2024, McKinsey reported. Merchandise exports grew 7.6%, whilst imports ...
Indonesia, Singapore seal deal on renewable energy export
Indonesia signed an agreement to export renewable energy to Singapore, during the recent International Sustainability Forum (ISF) in Jakarta.
Singapore interested in liberalised air services pact with India: Transport minister Chee Hong Tat
India and Singapore strengthen ties through comprehensive strategic partnership, focusing on aviation and shipping cooperation for economic growth.
Best eSIMs for Asia in 2024
eSIMs have become more popular with travelers because of their ubiquitousness and convenience. Gone are the days of paying expensive roaming fees or getting new physical SIM cards whenever you visit ...
Singapore tweaks casino law to allow cashless gaming; ‘no intention’ of letting crypto be used to bet
Amendments to the Casino Control Act will also see the Home Affairs Minister overseeing functions related to the whole of government at the strategic level, while the Gambling Regulatory Authority ...
Singapore passes landmark Bill recognising ride-hail, delivery gig workers as distinct labour class
SINGAPORE: Cabbies, private-hire drivers and freelance delivery workers who rely on online matching platforms for income will get better labour protection from Jan 1, 2025, after Parliament passed a ...
Worldcoin accounts and tokens under scrutiny in Singapore’s Payment Services Act probe
The Singapore police are investigating seven individuals trading Worldcoin accounts and tokens, noting that this may violate the Payments Services Act of 2019. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong ...
MOE takes legal action against contractors over Mobile Guardian cybersecurity breach
Data from 13,000 personal learning devices was wiped out in August. Less than 5 per cent of users were unable to recover all their data because the devices were not backed up.
Tata Electronics and ASMPT Singapore Collaborate to Boost India’s Semiconductor Manufacturing
Tata Electronics has signed an MOU with ASMPT Singapore to enhance semiconductor assembly and test facilities in Karnataka and Assam. The partnership aims to advance service engineering infrastructure ...