An office of TikTok-owner ByteDance in Singapore was hit by a mass food poisoning incident on Tuesday, according to local authorities.
Now a Singapore brand, bubble tea chain Playmade sets its sights on the US
BUBBLE tea chain Playmade began as a franchise from Taiwan, but has since become a Singapore brand – and is now poised to expand overseas. Read more at The Business Times.
“I earn $70/day if TP fine me. I can’t afford the S$150 fine” – Netizens sympathise with Singapore taxi driver’s handwritten sign for passengers to fasten seatbelts
SINGAPORE: A photo of a Singapore taxi driver’s handwritten sign urging passengers to fasten their... The post “I earn $70/day if TP fine me. I can’t afford the S$150 fine” – Netizens sympathise with ...
‘No brainer’: Thailand to become second in Southeast Asia to tax carbon emissions
In time, Thailand's strategy could give its industries a competitive edge while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, experts say. Singapore was the first in the region to introduce a carbon tax in 2019.
Vietnam remains as the largest rice exporter to Singapore
Vietnam remained as the largest rice exporter to Singapore in the first half of 2024, accounting for 32.69% of the overall market share, according to Radio the Voice of Vietnam.
Singapore’s employment growth strengthens in Q2 despite seasonal dip in resident employment
SINGAPORE’S employment levels expanded in the second quarter at a faster rate than in Q1, despite a slight decline in overall resident employment due to seasonal factors, advance data from the ...
Singapore Approves Edible Insects Amid Food Security Push
The seaside restaurant is the first eatery to put insects on the menu after the city state’s stringent food authority this month approved for human consumption 16 species ranging from crickets to ...
The SEC has charged an a16z and Sequoia-backed crypto startup founder with fraud
The founder of once-hyped crypto startup BitClout is facing trouble. On Tuesday, the SEC charged him with fraud and other offenses.
AI to crack the 200-year-old mystery of Singapore stone
The stone from Singapore is currently one of the world's most mysterious enigmas. Scientists still do not know what is written on this enormous sandstone. However, this could soon change with the help ...
New app in the works to improve efficiency for Singapore’s shipping and logistics sectors
Among the initiatives is an app that is still being developed that may boost Singapore’s shipping and logistics sectors – by improving efficiency and helping to cut costs, while also eliminating ...
The Secret to Smooth Customs Clearance: Why a Declaring Agent in Singapore is Essential
Customs clearance is crucial for smooth international trade ensuring that goods pass through borders without a hitch Declaring agents play a key role in this process handling paperwork and compliance ...
Economist lowers Q2 2024 GDP growth forecast for Singapore to 2.6% YoY – lower than Govt’s advance estimate
SINGAPORE: Experts from RHB have revised their Q2 2024 growth forecast for Singapore, lowering it... The post Economist lowers Q2 2024 GDP growth forecast for Singapore to 2.6% YoY – lower than Govt’s ...
From grasshopers to mealworms, Singapore okays bugs for human consumption
Singapore has permitted 16 insect species for human consumption to boost food security, aiming to meet 30% of nutritional needs by 2030. Insects must be farmed safely. Local interest is growing, ...
Is Singapore lacking capable founders? Experts weigh in on S’pore’s startup scene
From getting out of bottlenecks to scaling up businesses, we speak to founders and venture capitalists on their thoughts on the local startup scene.
Winklevoss Twins’ Gemini Partners with Rakkar to Expand Institutional Crypto in Asia
Gemini and Rakkar, a digital asset custodian in Asia, have announced a partnership to advance the adoption of digital assets across Asia.
Singapore’s Temasek to Invest $30 Billion in US Over Five Years
Singapore’s state-owned Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd. plans to invest $30 billion in the US market over the next five years as the firm remains cautious on putting money into China.