Singapore court on Monday (August 25) imposed a fine of S$13,000 (approximately US$10,000 or Rs 8.8 lakh) on Pido Erlinda Ocampo, a female domestic worker, for moonlighting, Channel News Asia reported ...
Placing less value on property, holding on to cash: Study reveals shifting retirement mindsets in S’pore
Despite growing awareness of the need to diversify, a recent Manulife survey found that cash remains the most important tool for retirement preparation for one in three people. Read more Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Former DBS CEO Piyush Gupta appointed alternate member of Council of Presidential Advisers
SINGAPORE: Former DBS CEO Piyush Gupta has been appointed as an alternate member of the Council of Presidential Advisers. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam made the appointment on the advice of Prim ...
Singapore’s UOB Sees Yuan Shortage as Southeast Asia Usage Soars
The Chinese yuan’s limited offshore supply is posing operational challenges for United Overseas Bank Ltd., as more regional economies conduct trades and payments in the currency, according to an ...
JD.com’s property unit joins 2 firms in a US$1 billion Singapore Reit, sources say
JD Property is setting up the US$1 billion Reit with Swiss investment firm Partners Group and Hillhouse’s EZA Hill Property, sources said.
Singapore DBS/POSB bank launches video teller machines, will be …
DBS/POSB bank customers will be able to apply and receive debit cards on the spot Drunk and misplaced your wallet in a cab? Well, if you are a DBS/POSB bank customer, you may be in luck. The bank has ...
Singapore Telecom Operators Country Intelligence Report 2025, with Key …
Dublin, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Singapore Telecom Operators Country Intelligence Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The report provides an executive ...
Ant International and Standard Chartered partner on cross-border remittance service
Ant International, Standard Chartered Bank and the Swift system said on Wednesday they were collaborating on a global cross-border remittance service that allowed direct transfers from overseas banks ...
Packaging standards under Singapore’s food safety law
Singapore is widely recognised for its strict food safety regulations and its commitment to ensuring a secure food supply for its population. A key, though sometimes overlooked, component of these ...
Singapore’s Keppel files for $53 million claim against Seatrium over Brazil corruption case (Aug 26)
(Reuters) -Singapore's Keppel has initiated arbitration proceedings against local shipbuilder Seatrium for a S$68.4 million ($53.33 million) claim related to a corruption crackdown in Brazil, the ...
Shopee owner Sea overtakes DBS as South-east Asia’s most valuable company
Sea’s e-commerce arm Shopee has cemented its leadership in South-east Asia. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
TOKEN2049 Singapore Breaks Records: 25,000 Attendees at the World’s Largest Web3 Event
With unprecedented demand driving record participation, TOKEN2049 is now entering the final rounds of ticket sales. Prices will increase to USD $599 this Friday 29 August 2025. Organizers strongly ...
Singapore’s Prestigious CVA Programme Expands to Malaysia and India Through LSBF-IVAS Partnership
The London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Singapore Campus has entered into a landmark collaboration with the Institute of Valuers and Appraisers, Singapore (IVAS) to launch the highly regarded ...
Singapore Construction Industry Report 2025 | Market Size, Share Outlook, Forecast Trends and Growth Analysis 2018-2034
Singapore's construction market is set to grow at a 4.20% CAGR from 2025-2034, driven by commercial sector demand in healthcare, education, and research. Housing needs, infrastructure, and ...
Ghana’s economic recovery presents opportunities for Singapore: President Tharman
Ghana's President is on an inaugural state visit to Singapore. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore footballer dropped from U-17 national squad after row over studies and training camp
Mika Baihakki opted to skip a training camp in Bahrain to remain in Singapore and prepare for his N-level exams.