Southeast Asia giant Grab launches crypto wallet top-up feature in Philippines supporting Bitcoin and Ethereum after Singapore success.
Export-oriented industries to bear the brunt of rising trade tensions—report
Policymakers are concerned about sectoral tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. Outlook for Singapore’s export-oriented industries such as chemicals, machinery & transport, and manufacturing ...
Singapore shares down amid mixed regional showing; STI drops 0.5%
Gainers outnumber losers 290 to 276 across the broader market. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore Airlines Profit Slumps as Passenger Yields, Inflation Weigh
The city-state’s flag carrier reported a 59% profit drop in its first quarter.
‘We will not tolerate it’: Car wash operators serving only Singapore vehicles risk losing business licences, says Johor govt
Local authorities in JB have been instructed to revoke the business licences of car wash operators who refuse to serve locals and cater exclusively to foreign customers, including those driving ...
State-sponsored hackers eye Singapore’s businesses for cyber ransom payoffs
A whole-of-industry approach will boost the defence stance of local firms against cyber attackers, says expert. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore-only car washes will get business licences revoked, says Johor gov’t
Viral social media posts claim a car wash outlet has been serving only vehicles from Singapore. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Andhra CM Naidu to visit Singapore for investment push, diaspora meet
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is scheduled to depart for Singapore from Hyderabad at 11 pm on Saturday as part of efforts to attract investments to the state. The chief minister ...
Microsoft Singapore managing director Lee Hui Li dies
Lee Hui Li, the managing director of Microsoft Singapore, passed away shortly after beginning a sabbatical from her position in May.
Who Was Jane Lee? Singapore Salad Chain Owner Dies After Exposing Alleged Workplace Fraud
Jane Lee, owner of Sumo Well, died suddenly on July 19 after accusing a former employee of faking an injury. Her death, ruled "unnatural," has triggered a police investigation and shocked Singapore's ...
CM Naidu to visit Singapore from July 26 to woo investors, woo Telugu diaspora for P4 push
VIJAYAWADA: Aimed at attracting investments to Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will embark on a six-day visit to Singapore from July 26 to 3 ...
New Silk Road ends its 16-year journey: BT looks at the challenges Singapore hedge funds face
SINGAPORE] Investment management firm New Silk Road announced earlier in July that it will be closing its doors after a 16-year run in Asia. Read more at The Business Times.
Microsoft Singapore MD Lee Hui Li dies while on sabbatical
Lee Hui Li, the managing director of Microsoft Singapore, has died while on sabbatical. She had taken a break from her role in May.Her age was not ...
ICA foils attempt to smuggle 500 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes in motorcycle at Woodlands Checkpoint
The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) thwarted an attempt to smuggle duty-unpaid cigarettes through Woodlands Checkpoint on Wednesday (June 23). In a Facebook post on Friday (July 25), it said ...
AI governance non-profit body opens local chapter in Singapore
The Global Council for Responsible AI's local chapter will tackle AI-related ethical challenges. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Around three tonnes of illegally imported vegetables from Malaysia seized at Woodlands Checkpoint
SINGAPORE: Around three tonnes of fresh produce illegally imported from Malaysia were seized at Woodlands Checkpoint during a joint operation on July 24 and 25.