Singapore has trialled patrol robots that blast warnings at people engaging in "undesirable social behaviour", adding to an arsenal of surveillance technology in the tightly controlled city-state that ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Parliament repeals Sedition Act, with other laws in place to deal with issues
The Singapore Parliament has repealed the Sedition Act, as key aspects of the Act have not been relevant in modern Singapore for a long time. ( read original story ...)
Record 3,486 new COVID cases, 9 deaths in Singapore
The Ministry of Health (MOH) on Tuesday (5 October) confirmed 3,486 new COVID-19 cases in Singapore, bringing the country's total case count to 109,804, as well as nine more deaths due to the disease. ( read original story ...)
Singapore to take a more proactive stance on cyber threats under updated national strategy
SINGAPORE: Singapore unveiled an updated national cybersecurity strategy on Tuesday (Oct 5) which will see it taking a more proactive stance to defend its infrastructure and boost capabilities as new ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Foreign Interference law: what does it cover and who does it target?
Fica aims to prevent foreign actors from interfering with local politics by shutting down hostile information campaigns and dealing with actors that uses local proxies. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Parliament repeals Sedition Act after 73 years
Key aspects of the Act have not been relevant in modern Singapore for a long time: Shanmugam . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore passes ‘most powerful’ foreign interference law amid fears of ever-shrinking space for dissent
The law would allow authorities to compel Internet service providers and social media platforms to provide user information, block content and remove applications used to spread content deemed hostile ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s rising Covid cases offer a glimpse into what it means to live with the virus
Singapore’s current Covid-19 spike is both puzzling and expected. Puzzling because the island nation has fully vaccinated 82% of its population of 5.7 million, a share once believed to be past the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Passes ‘Foreign Interference’ Bill Amid Criticism
The city-state claims the law is needed to safeguard Singaporean sovereignty. Critics say it is broadly worded and open to abuse. ( read original story ...)
Highly vaccinated Singapore sees rising Covid cases
Singapore’s current Covid-19 spike is both puzzling and expected. Puzzling because the island nation has fully vaccinated 82% of its population of 5.7 million, a share once believed to be past the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Set to Increase Control Over Online Content
The government says a bill approved by the legislature will block foreign influence campaigns, but opponents say measures could be used to stifle dissent. ( read original story ...)
The future of the gig economy in Singapore
We explore what could lie ahead for Singapore’s gig platforms and take a peek at what fresh funding will do for Ula. ( read original story ...)
Singapore passes law to stop foreign meddling in domestic politics
Singapore has passed a law prohibiting “foreign interference” that the government said was aimed at preventing threats to national security and sovereignty, but which critics warned would have a ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce enters partnership to resolve issues affecting South Asians
The Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) on Tuesday signed a non-binding partnership agreement with 24 diaspora organisations to work as a united voice on issues affecting the South Asian ... ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, man admits to underage sex, impregnating girlfriend’s 14-year-old daughter who regarded him as her father
A 29-year-old man pleaded guilty today (October 5) to having underage sex with his girlfriend’s daughter from when she was 14. The girl, who regarded the man as her father, ended up pregnant and gave ... ( read original story ...)
Team Singapore honoured in Parliament; work being done to increase cash rewards for para-athletes
Minister Edwin Tong reaffirmed the Government's commitment to supporting and enhancing sports in Singapore at all levels.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)