May 7 () - Singapore has isolated and is testing two residents who were onboard a cruise ship linked to a deadly outbreak of hantavirus, the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) said on Thursday.
OCBC Q1 profit beats forecasts, sets aside more allowances amid Middle East war
By Rae Wee and Yantoultra Ngui SINGAPORE, May 8 (Reuters) - Singapore's Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC) on Friday flagged heightened macro risks from the war in the Middle East, after posting a 5% ...
ODIN and JLL Co-Host Australian Property Showcase in Singapore for Expat Advisory Firm’s Largest Regional Event
ODIN, the specialist financial services firm for Australian expatriates, will co-host an Australian Property Showcase with global real estate firm JLL on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The evening event ... ( read original story ...)
DBS, RHB stay cautious on StarHub after weak 1Q earnings as price competition bites
Analysts warn that StarHub’s cost savings may take time to offset weaker consumer revenue, thinner margins and intensifying competition in mobile and broadband.
Singapore leads crypto adoption as NC broadband expansion approved
Singapore has been ranked the world’s top crypto hub, driven by regulatory clarity, institutional trust, and infrastructure maturity, while North Carolina will expand broadband to over 93,000 ...
NUS among Singapore institutions named in global data breach list
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is among three local institutions affected by a global cyberattack targeting the Canvas learning platform. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Singapore Tightens Rules on Home Flipping After Price Jump
Singapore will add new curbs to discourage the flipping of some homes as the government seeks to ease speculation and boost affordability in the financial hub’s booming property market.
Amazon cuts Singapore jobs as Fresh grocery delivery shuts down; Local influencer arrested after man allegedly forced to strip: Singapore live news
Amazon Singapore cuts jobs as Fresh delivery service shuts down. Local influencer MangoBossKu arrested after viral stripping video spreads online.
Singapore residents who repeatedly feed wildlife illegally to face jail, stiffer fines
Repeat offenders may face jail time of up to 12 months and a maximum fine of $20,000, up from the previous $10,000. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore tops crypto hub list as tax changes near
Singapore has overtaken the US as the top global crypto hub, credited to its clear regulations and institutional trust, even as it tightens oversight. Meanwhile, Germany and South Korea plan ...
Singapore overtakes US as top global crypto hub in 2026
Singapore has claimed the top spot in Bybit’s World Crypto Rankings for 2026, surpassing the US and reinforcing its lead from the Henley Crypto Adoption Index. The city-state’s success stems from ...
Singapore leads 2026 global crypto hub rankings
Singapore has emerged as the leading global crypto hub in 2026, topping both the Henley Crypto Adoption Index and World Crypto Rankings due to its regulatory clarity, institutional trust, and strong ...
Amazon cuts some jobs in Singapore as business focus shifts
The e-commerce giant has about 2,500 employees in Singapore. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore Cracks Down on Home Flipping After Sharp Price Jump
Singapore will add new curbs to discourage the flipping of some homes as the government seeks to ease speculation and boost affordability in the financial hub’s booming property market.
CapitaLand Investment, Singapore Retailers Association ink MOU to support S’pore retailers entering JB
CLI has been appointed retail adviser for the 1.25 million sq ft Coronation Square Mall in Johor Bahru, which is expected to be completed in 2029.
Singapore bank OCBC’s first-quarter net profit rises 5% on-year
Singapore's second largest bank Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp, or OCBC, reported on Friday a 5% rise in net profit in the first quarter from a year earlier, mainly on ...