OCBC Bank has officially launched a new bank account designed specifically for children and teenagers aged 7 to 15.
Association of Banks in Singapore launches best practice paper to enhance AML and CFT audits in banks
The paper provides internal auditors within Singapore’s banks and external auditors who work with banks with a common framework to formulate and execute audits pertaining to AML/CFT.
DBS CEO Piyush Gupta says only half of banks making enough tech progress
Outgoing CEO said he is unlikely to be actively involved with DBS, nor does he plan to join other banks. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Siam Commercial Bank Introduces Stablecoin Solution for Cross-Border Payments
Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), one of the largest banks in Thailand, has launched a stablecoin-based cross-border payment solution, which includes remittance services. This new initiative successfully ...
53% Singapore companies plan to devote over $700,000 to sustainable investments
The report also highlighted several barriers that continue to hinder sustainable investment, such as economic uncertainty and tight budgets.
10 best savings accounts in Singapore with highest interest rates (October 2024)
Savings accounts have a simple premise, but often come with complex mechanisms for you to earn bonus interest. When you open a savings account with a bank, you deposit money into it and let that money ...
S’porean engineer transfers almost S$600,000 to M’sia for ‘investment’, realises scam half a year later
A 64-year-old Singaporean engineer lost RM1.948 million (S$594,100) to an online investment scam involving a Malaysian bank account. According to Johor's police chief, the victim saw an investment ...
4 SGX-Listed Companies That Could Benefit From China’s Stimulus Package
With China's stimulus package, there will be some industries and Singapore companies with business operations in China that will benefit.
Best bank offers in Singapore (October 2024): Win 1,500 Ion+ points, get 10% off flights, and more
Everybody loves credit card sign-up promotions, but not many of us realise the promotions don't end with a welcome gift. Banks actually shower us with tons of lifestyle deals and perks just for owning ...
Singaporean engineer loses more than $500k to investment scam, say Johor cops
The victim chanced upon an investment advertisement on Facebook while in Singapore in December 2023. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Afterlife of finance bros: Trading in Wall Street to be a clown
Mr Eugene Chow first turned to clowning around and performing as an outlet for staying sane while working in accounting. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Afterlife of finance bros: Leaving banking for their rock band
Band members Jason Lee and Jonathan Kang of There Be Wolves left high-flying jobs to pursue their passion in music. Read more at straitstimes.com.
S’pore shares dip, with Jardine Matheson leading losses, ahead of earnings reports
Losers outnumber gainers 350 to 235, with 1.7 billion securities worth $1.3 billion changing hands. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Ticketing details to Lisa’s upcoming Singapore fanmeet released
UPDATE: OCT 18, 5PM] Ticketing details for Lisa's upcoming fanmeet has been announced. The 27-year-old Blackpink star will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Nov 11 at 8pm. Tickets are priced ...
Apple Pay Turns 10, Partners DBS In Singapore For Installment Loans
Marking its 10th anniversary, Apple Pay is set to see an evolution of services, partnering with DBS Bank in Singapore in a global rollout.
DBS announces DBS token services, introduces block-chain powered banking for institutions
DBS introduced DBS token services, a new suite of services that integrate blockchain-enabled capabilities with DBS’s core transaction banking services. This aims to unlock new transaction banking ...