Gemini, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has taken a significant step forward in expanding its global footprint by securing preliminary approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to ...
Singapore’s Wilmar third-quarter profit slumps 36% on weak China, sugar segment
Singapore-listed Wilmar International reported a 35.7% fall in third-quarter core net profit on Wednesday, weighed down by weaker China and sugar division operations.
Singapore’s ex central banker Ravi Menon aims to spearhead global fintech growth with new non-profit
Singapore's longest serving central banker, Ravi Menon, will head a new non-profit to drive fintech innovation and growth globally, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said on Wednesday.
How Singapore’s SMBs and AI sustain a robust digital economy
With the digital economy contributing 17.7% of Singapore's GDP, smaller businesses and artificial intelligence are predicted to play key roles in fueling growth.
Singapore’s digital economy thrives, representing 17.7% of GDP
SINGAPORE: The digital economy in Singapore has demonstrated remarkable growth, contributing 17.7% to the nation’s GDP last year, amounting to S$113 billion.
Singapore’s central bank sets up not-for-profit global fintech network
Singapore's central bank has set up a new not-for-profit platform to work with economies around the world on financial technology. The Global Finance and Technology Network will offer expert advisory ...
Goodwill Entertainment launches IPO at 20 cents per share
Goodwill Entertainment has launched its initial public offering on the Catalist board of the Singapore Exchange S68 The entertainment company has issued 60 million shares at 20 cents apiece. Of the 60 ...
HSBC will primarily cut senior roles in overhaul of management structure: CEO
The cuts will take place swiftly, with the outcome of the restructuring to be disclosed in February 2025. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Jail for man who used corporate credit card to make nearly $30k in unauthorised transactions
Raul Randhawa, who tendered his resignation in October 2023, has made full restitution. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Indian-origin man spends nearly Rs 19 lakhs with corporate credit card, jailed in Singapore
An Indian-origin Singaporean was sentenced to four months of imprisonment on Wednesday after he pleaded guilty to one count of criminal breach of trust by using a corporate credit card for personal ...
Jail for man who used corporate credit card to make unauthorised transactions involving nearly $30k
Raul Randhawa, who tendered his resigned in October 2023, has made full restitution. Read more at straitstimes.com.
OCBC becomes first Singapore bank with institutional intraday lending capacity
The move will enable the bank to deploy and maximise returns from its excess intraday liquidity, said OCBC in its Oct 30 statement.
OCBC Becomes First Singapore Bank to Use Blockchain for Intraday Lending
OCBC announced that it is the first bank in Singapore to offer intraday institutional lending using blockchain technology.
Contraband cigarettes found hidden in soft toys declared as ‘decorations’, Chinese national arrested
Singapore Customs cracked down on a unique smuggling tactic of hiding the cigarettes inside soft toys in a two-day operation from Oct 22 to 23, Read more at stomp.straitstimes.com ...
Singapore stocks end lower despite Hongkong Land’s rally; STI declines 0.9%
Property group Hongkong Land puts up strong showing with 10.8% jump; parent Jardine Matheson gains 5.1% Read more at straitstimes.com.
12 Haunted Places in Singapore: A Spooky Guide
Let's discover the most haunted places in Singapore, from eerie streets to abandoned hostels. Are you brave enough to explore these chilling sites?