Singapore is the sixth least complex location for business in Asia Pacific, trailing two of its Southeast Asian peers, Vietnam and Thailand, according to an index.
Singapore core inflation eases to 0.5% in July but upside and downside risks remain, say MAS, MTI
Overall inflation eased to 0.6 per cent due to a smaller increase in accommodation costs, which includes rents. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s core inflation eases to 0.5% in July, below forecasts
SINGAPORE] Core and headline inflation slowed in July, contrary to economists’ expectations that both would hold steady at their June rates. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s Keppel and Vietnam’s tycoons: Inside Saigon Marina IFC Tower
HO CHI MINH CITY] Overlooking the Saigon River in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, a shimmering new landmark was unveiled on Tuesday (Aug 19) – the Saigon Marina International Financial Centre (IFC) Tower – ...
Malaysian king’s son enlists Singapore billionaire Peter Lim’s firm for $200M Johor royal residence
The eldest son of Malaysia’s billionaire king has commissioned Singapore-based design firm RSP, owned by healthcare tycoon Peter Lim, to develop the royal family’s US$200 million private residence in ...
Singapore IT energy efficiency standard for data centre launched
Singapore has launched a new standard to support data centre operators and users to deploy energy-efficient IT equipment, making us one of the first in the world to introduce data centre standards for ...
Crypto investors with funds in defunct Tokenize Xchange left in limbo amid police probe
A sudden closure and an ongoing probe into Tokenize Xchange, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency trading platform, have left its users in limbo, with many unable to withdraw their investment holdings for ...
S’pore among easiest places for business but trails some Apac peers due to compliance, labour rules
The annual Global Business Complexity Index is compiled by the TMF Group. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore-headquartered Mirxes to join Alibaba, Tencent on Hang Seng Composite Index
SINGAPORE] Home-grown biotech firm Mirxes will join the Hang Seng Composite Index on Sep 8, the startup announced on Saturday (Aug 23). Read more at The Business Times.
OKX’s On-chain Earn debuts in Singapore
Crypto exchange OKX is bringing its latest yield product, On-chain Earn, to Singapore. It is offering Accredited Investors in the city-state a streamlined way to stake and earn on their digital assets ...
Vet Talk: Look for ethical breeders when sourcing for puppies
Consider the true cost of cute and ask for full transparency when buying puppies. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore to Import Low-Carbon Electricity – WSJ
Singapore plans to import up to four gigawatts of low-carbon electricity by 2035, part of efforts to mitigate the risks of climate change and enhance energy security in the city-state.
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Digital Assets Firm OKX Expands Global Operations with On-Chain Earn in Singapore, Improved Security
Digital assets firm OKX has announced significant updates that underscore its commitment to innovation, regulatory compliance, and user trust.
Vietnam – Singapore trade continues to thrive
Singapore’s exports to Vietnam reached 16.3 billion SGD (up 20.2%), while imports from Vietnam hit 6.7 billion SGD, surging by 43% compared to the same period last year.