Discover how Singapore's Anti-Money Laundering Act has been strengthened with key amendments, including new property seizure rules and measures addressing foreign environmental crimes.
SA Recycling CEO labels ferrous market ‘subdued’
George Adams, CEO of California-based SA Recycling, says winter might finally introduce upward price pressure factors on steel scrap.
Over $3.1m awarded to finance veteran for wrongful dismissal, likely a Singapore record
There are dangers for companies that dismiss employees for misconduct without proper procedures. Read more at straitstimes.com.
EMA, KETEP expand deal on advancing energy technology
This will boost Singapore’s efforts to decarbonise its power system. The Energy Market Authority (EMA) and Korea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning (KETEP) have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance their collaboration in various areas related to energy technology through information sharing.
How Much Cheaper Will Your Home Loan Repayments Be If Interest Rates Drop By 0.5%
When interest rates are falling, a home buyers may be better off with a shorter fix-term home loan, and refinance in the following year. ( read original story ...)
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI to open Singapore office this year to support regional expansion
To spearhead OpenAI's regional efforts in Singapore and across the region, the company has appointed Oliver Jay as managing director for international. Based in Singapore, he will oversee OpenAI's ...
Singapore’s second-largest bank imposes restrictions on Russia
Singapore's financial corporation OCBC will cease all financial operations related to Russia, with the restrictions set to take effect on November 1, Bloomberg informs. According to a statement ...
Beetles, snails among 300kg of illegally imported food seized in raids at City Gate and Golden Mile Tower
SINGAPORE: About 300kg of illegally imported food from Thailand - including beetles and snails - was seized after the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) conducted raids at five food retail establishments.
Singapore businesses get support to adopt AI solutions through enhanced accelerator programme
An additional $12 million was invested in the Digital Innovation Accelerator programme. Read more at straitstimes.com.
State invites Singapore to be RR summit’s ‘partner country’
Rajasthan's industries minister Rajyavardhan Rathore extends invitation to Singapore to become a partner country for the Rising Rajasthan investment summit, seeking collaboration in various sectors ...
Singapore’s second-largest bank to halt transactions involving Russia
From 1 November, Singapore's Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) will no longer handle any transactions involving Russia. Source: Bloomberg Details: In a message to its corporate and private ...
Looking for Reliable Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks? Here are 4 That You Can Consider for Your Portfolio
The lender’s standing as one of the three big banks in Singapore should provide investors with the assurance that it can weather future economic storms. The bank reported a stellar set of earnings for ...
Mixed business outcomes for S’pore SMEs in 2024: SCCCI survey
Key worries among local SMEs were rising costs, the availability of manpower, and how to be agile. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore unveils digital platform to boost business transition to net-zero emissions
The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) has unveiled the new NetZeroHub.SG platform to support local businesses in their transition to net-zero emissions. Senior Minister of State for Manpower and ...
Top Trusted Online Casinos in Singapore (2024) – Best Picks for Safety & Payouts
Choosing a reliable online casino in Singapore involves careful consideration of factors like security, fast payouts, an ...
Hyundai, Singapore to build research center to develop cutting-edge manufacturing tech
Two sides join forces for hydrogen energyHyundai Motor Group has teamed up with the government of Singapore and the country's top tech university to establish a joint research center for manufacturing ...