Potato Head was first founded in Bali by Jakarta-born Ronald Akili back in 2010. In 2014, it opened its first overseas outpost in Singapore. Its launch caused quite a stir then, as it was to take over ...
CNA Explains: Singapore’s revised healthcare subsidies – what you need to know
SINGAPORE: More people in Singapore will qualify for public healthcare subsidies; and more financial relief will be offered in community and palliative care settings, after changes that took effect ...
Singapore’s magnetism for affluent Chinese sparks family office friction
Singapore has accelerated its efforts to ensure that only legitimate wealth and genuine investments are welcomed ...
Singapore’s prime office rents edge up, reflecting a shift in demand
As Singapore’s office market continues to navigate the changing landscape, the city-state’s strategic location and stable economy remain key attractions for international firms, ensuring that the ...
Samsung’s Singapore staff not spared as it cuts thousands of jobs in global layoff
SAMSUNG Electronics is laying off workers in South-east Asia, Australia and New Zealand as part of a plan to reduce global headcount by thousands of jobs, according to people familiar with the ...
Dyson retrenches staff in Singapore, gives union only 1 day’s notice
Dyson conducted a retrenchment exercise on Tuesday (Oct 1), giving the labour union in Singapore only a day's notice of the layoff. The United Workers of Electronics and Electrical Industries (UWEEI) ...
Top shareholder in Singapore FPSO builder rejects Hanwha’s offer
A takeover offer by South Korean offshore and marine giant Hanwha Ocean for Singaporean peer Dyna-Mac has been rejected by the Singaporean company’s largest shareholder.
Singapore looks for ‘practical’ medical breakthroughs with new AI research center
The new research facility will focus its AI development efforts on four clinical areas, including mental health and cancer screening.
Form 67 Submission Requirement is Directory, Not Mandatory, if Filed Before Completion of Assessment
The tribunal examined the denial of FTC in light of prior judicial precedents, including a relevant decision from the Madras High Court, which held that the requirement for submitting Form No. 67 is ...
Singapore’s prime office market subdued amid cautious business spending
Expansions by larger office tenants have been “few and far between”, with the market largely seeing short-term lease renewals instead, according to industry observers.
From owning single cafe to supplying 100 brands: How this S’pore couple is growing their gelato business
With Enterprise Singapore’s support, Denzy Gelato is innovating with healthier offerings, scaling up production and setting its sights on South-east Asia. Read more at straitstimes.com.
How come the rich get richer? ‘The Hidden Globe’ reveals the shadowy networks that fatten fat cats
Atossa Araxia Abrahamian's "The Hidden Globe" dives into the tax schemes and other shenanigans that help the one percent get even wealthier.
ESG Watch: Transition credits set to help Asia shift from coal
Decarbonising the global economy is a massive task that will take enormous amounts of clean energy technology, from wind turbines to electric vehicles, heat pumps to green steel.
Singapore schools to introduce “AI for Fun” courses as part of Smart Nation 2.0 plan
Designed to last five to ten hours, the curriculum will cover essential coding concepts while providing a foundational understanding of AI ...
Singapore’s offshore and marine stocks could rally amid tensions in the Middle East
SINGAPORE – Rising tensions in the Middle East, which portend higher oil prices, could provide an uplift to offshore and marine sector companies listed in Singapore.
How this unique business model is setting new standards in crypto asset management
This crypto financial service hub emphasizes investor success and constant innovation.