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4 Best Crypto Exchanges of 2023
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After Germany enters recession, fears in Singapore of ‘Technical Recession’
After Germany entered recession, Singapore fears slipping into a 'technical recession' in the second quarter as the country's exports outlook weakened following a slowdown in global demand, Channel ...
Crypto firms here considering leaving because of ‘robust regulations’
As Singapore imposes more stringent regulatory requirements on those offering crypto services, there are concerns that players no longer feel they should operate within the city-state. Only 11 players ...
This Singaporean couple runs a side business preserving dead animals — and it’s bringing in 5 figures a month
"Serving animals, whether alive or the dead, is very meaningful to me ... Through taxidermy, I help [pet owners] with their grieving," said Vivian Tham.
‘Thousands’ Quit US Over Crypto Negativity: Blockchain Chief
Thousands of cryptocurrency industry developers have left the United States because of its negative stance towards the sector, the head of one of the pioneer exchanges told an international forum ...
Singapore Imports Rare Fuel Oil Cargo from Djibouti – Data
Singapore, Asia's oil hub, received a rare fuel oil cargo from Djibouti in the past week, Enterprise Singapore data showed on ...
Singapore downgrades trade forecasts with ‘worse-than-expected’ first quarter
SINGAPORE: Singapore downgraded its 2023 trade forecasts on Thursday (May 25) due to "worse-than-expected" performance in the first quarter of the year. Besides the first quarter showing, the forecast ...
Singapore upbeat travel boom can cushion economy from recession despite global slowdown woes
Singapore’s economy relies heavily on trade and is vulnerable to shocks resulting from disruptions in commerce, especially involving China, the city state’s No 1 trading partner. In a separate ...
IRS to Send Cyber Attachés Abroad to Fight Crypto Crime
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is launching a four-month pilot program this June to fight global cyber-crime using crypto, particularly for tax evasion ...
Singapore cuts 2023 trade forecasts after Q1 exports slump worse than expected
SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Singapore cut its 2023 growth forecasts for key non-oil domestic exports (Nodx) and total merchandise trade, which includes oil, amid a sharp downturn ...
Singapore economy beats estimates but govt warns of global risks
Singapore's economy posted better-than-expected results in the first quarter of 2023, official data showed Thursday, but the government warned that the global outlook remains gloomy. It warned, ...
How Is Cryptocurrency Taxation Managed Effectively in Singapore?
Positioned as a global leader in the financial sector, Singapore has demonstrated an encouraging approach towards cryptocurrencies, solidifying its status as a crypto-friendly nation. The significance ...
Logistics firm fined $18,500 for illegally importing about 500kg of meat and seafood
The firm, ACD Logistics, was only licensed to import processed food and food appliances. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore is most attractive market for doing business: report
The Lion City will have the best business environment over the next five years. Singapore is still the world’s best business environment with a score of 8.70 in the second quarter of 2023, a recent ...
Stalin Woos Singapore, Investors, Bills TN As Favourble Investment Destination
M K Stalin met on Wednesday with top officials of various companies in Singapore and invited them to invest in Tamil Nadu, touting its conducive business environment.