Conversely, countries such as Belgium, Germany, The Netherlands, Sweden, and the United Kingdom show the least enthusiasm for paying premiums for such brands. The study, led by by Professor Frank ...
Singapore labour market expands in Q1; non-resident employment down
Non-resident employment in Singapore declined for the first time since the third quarter of 2021. This audio is generated by an AI tool. SINGAPORE: The labour market in Singapore continued to expand in the first quarter of 2024, with total employment growth driven primarily by residents.
Singapore civil servants to get 0.45-month mid-year bonus
SINGAPORE – All civil servants will receive a 0.45-month mid-year bonus, with junior officers getting a further payment of up to $250. This is higher than the 0.3-month mid-year bonus given to civil servants in 2023.
3 Best Credit Card Pairings for Maximising Cashback, Miles, and Rewards
Which credit cards work best with other credit cards? Here are our top picks for pairings that maximise cashback, miles, and rewards from UOB, Citi & more.
Crypto Tokens and Services Pose “High” Money Laundering Risks: Singapore MAS
There has been an increase in money laundering cases involving crypto tokens and a range of ways in which they can be exploited.
Singapore Raises Concern Over Digital Payment Token Service Providers in New Report
Singapore's Money Laundering National Risk Assessment has raised concerns regarding vulnerabilities posed by crypto service providers.
Singapore warns banks pose highest money laundering risk after US$2.24 billion scandal
A government report said banks could be more easily exploited due to the sheer volume of transactions they handle.
Singapore has much to offer on how to supply water in a safe manner: World Bank
CNA’s Elakeyaa Selvaraji speaks to Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations of the World Bank, at Singapore International Water Week. They discuss the newly-launched Singapore Water Center, which aims to leverage the country’s expertise in urban water management to support the sector.
Society Pass Inc. Bolstering Subsidiaries Ahead of IPOs to Drive Growth and Customer Engagement
Southeast Asia’s premier data-driven loyalty, fintech, and e-commerce ecosystem, is gearing up for the upcoming IPOs of its key subsidiaries, NusaTrip.com and Thoughtful Media Group. NusaTrip.com, a ...
Singapore startup Carro first to tap US$1 billion HSBC Asean Growth Fund
SINGAPORE startup Carro announced on Thursday (Jun 20) that it signed a S$75 million multi-currency loan with HSBC, making the home-grown company the first to tap HSBC’s Asean Growth Fund of US$1 ...
Singapore housing site gets no bids for first time in 20 years
Singapore’s cooling property market suffered a blow after a housing site put up for sale by the government failed to attract any interest from developers for the first time in more than two decades. ( read original story ...)
Banks need more government help to backstop SMEs’ finance needs: HSBC co-CEO
Big data, AI and blockchain tech are raising financial inclusivity, top Moody’s and Standard Chartered executives say at Lujiazui forum.
Singapore stocks open subdued on Thursday amid European market losses—STI inched up by 0.01%
The broader market revealed more stocks declining than advancing, as 43 million securities worth S$53.7M changed hands in early trading.
Singapore flags crypto for ‘higher risk’ in money laundering
SINGAPORE -- Singapore has labeled cryptocurrency-related activities as "higher risk" in a report issued Thursday by enforcement agencies, signaling its financial sector to more closely guard against ...
Singapore Customs warns of new document impersonation scam
SINGAPORE – Singapore Customs is warning the public about the emergence of a new document impersonation scam. In a Facebook post on June 20, it said a member of the public has received documents that ...
Singapore to seek compensation from ship owner for oil spill, media reports say
Singapore will seek compensation for the costs incurred in an oil spill last week from the owners of the stationary vessel that discharged the oil, local media CNA reported on Thursday.