Forbes has unveiled its 2023 list of Singapore's top 50 richest people, and Eduardo Saverin leads the pack with a net worth of USD 16 billion.
Norway’s $1.9 trillion wealth fund starts winding down China office as Asia hub shifts to Singapore
The fund is initiating the process to close its representative office in Shanghai due to “operational considerations". Read more at straitstimes.com.
Prime Minister advances trade ties, investment, and innovation with Singapore
CNW/ - As Canada kicks off a new chapter as an Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) strategic partner, we are further deepening ties with the Indo-Pacific region. Canada and Singapore ...
S’pore households’ net worth up in Q2 with more money going to investing, insurance
In Q2, household net worth was up 8.9% from the same period last year to around $2.7 trillion. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore charges cyclist who jumped onto car bonnet in traffic row with harassment
A Singaporean cyclist is facing two charges after she was seen in a video jumping onto a car bonnet during a row with a motorist.
Singtel Unveils Singapore’s Most Affordable 5G Phone Plans
Against a backdrop of consumers’ growing data consumption on Singtel’s network, which offers the world’s best 5G coverage experience, the plans provide large data bundles starting at 30GB a month, and ...
Are political rallies outdated? How social media is reshaping Singapore politics
Find out what political experts have to say about how social media platforms are reshaping election strategies and if rallies are becoming outdated.
Singapore US$1.3 billion money laundering probe: MAS says banks must examine any links to 10 suspects, 24 others
Singapore has asked financial firms to examine dealings with 34 individuals including 10 suspects linked to a US$1.3 billion laundering probe.
Singapore Shares May Hand Back Thursday’s Gains
The Singapore stock market on Thursday ended the two-day slide in which it had fallen more than 15 points or 0.5 percent. The Straits ...
5 Simple Steps to Become a Singapore Stock Market Millionaire
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Singapore Asks Banks to Probe Dealings With Laundering Suspects
Singapore’s central bank has directed financial institutions to review any relationships with individuals tied to a money laundering scandal involving over S$1.8 billion ($1.3 billion) of assets.
Norway’s US$1.4 trillion wealth fund shutters Shanghai office as Singapore takes over as its Asia hub
NORWAY’S US$1.4 trillion sovereign wealth fund has started winding down its office in Shanghai as Singapore takes over as its hub in Asia. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore opens research centre to fight rising sea levels
Singapore launched a research facility on Thursday to find long-term solutions to protect it from the rise in sea levels from climate change that could put the country's low-lying land at risk of inundation.
Singapore in South Korea’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
Southeast Asia plays a key role in South Korea’s Indo-Pacific ambitions, and Singapore in particular has proved a willing partner with many aligned interests. Despite the IPS’ overall shift toward regional assertiveness as compared to the “balanced ...
New security feature on OCBC app has prevented loss of S$2 million
THE anti-malware security feature on the OCBC Digital app has prevented scammers from making away with more than S$2 million since its launch on Aug 5. Read more at The Business Times.
Interest Rates and Returns for Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB) in September 2023
In recent months, the interest rate and therefore returns of the Singapore Savings Bond (SSB) have been at record highs. Should you buy the SSB? Read on as we delve deeper into the Singapore Savings ...