Taiwan lost one of its few remaining diplomatic allies Nauru to China on Monday, just days after it elected a new president, and accused China of attempting to pressure it while it affirmed the will of Taiwanese to go out into the world.
71-year-old victim avoids losing $1.5m after police and bank step in to foil investment scam
A 71-year-old would have lost about $1.5 million to an investment scam had it not been for the actions of the police and bank staff on Jan 11. In a media statement on Jan 16, the police said that the ... ( read original story ...)
How to earn air miles from your income tax payment in Singapore (2024)
Every year, many Singaporeans pay the mandatory income tax bill. While some may dread the financial obligation, there may be a silver lining in terms of the opportunity to earn air miles from tax ...
Inferno Drainer crypto scam still a threat despite previous shut down: Report
Singapore's Group-IB highlights the lingering threat of Inferno Drainer in crypto through users of the ‘scam-as-a-service’ dashboard.
Singapore’s Non-Oil Domestic Exports Fell Unexpectedly in December
Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports dropped unexpectedly in December as a decline in shipments of electronics outweighed growth in non-electronics.
Mayday fan in Singapore scammed twice trying to get tickets, yet will still buy from same resale platform in the future
A TikToker shares the ordeal of purchasing fraudulent tickets for Mayday's concert in Singapore. Here's their experience.
Singapore’s exports fall 1.5% in December as electronics slump continues
SINGAPORE - Singapore’s key exports returned to negative growth in December, driven by a continued slump in shipments of electronics. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore stocks fall at Wednesday’s open on key exports data; STI down 0.4%
SINGAPORE shares opened lower on Wednesday (Jan 17) after data from Enterprise Singapore showed that the country’s non-oil domestic exports shrank 1.5 per cent year on year in December. Read more at ...
Indian-Origin Singapore Lawyer Suspended For Falsely Attesting Documents
An Indian-origin lawyer who falsely attested that she had witnessed the signing of several property-related documents despite those not being signed in her presence was handed a one-year suspension.
Singapore key exports down 1.5% in December, reversing from previous month’s growth
SINGAPORE’S non-oil domestic exports (NODX) shrank 1.5 per cent year on year in December, following a continued decline in electronics exports, data from Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) showed on ...
Mind the costs of investment screening
The provisions of the Significant Investments Review Bill should be invoked only as a last resort. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Elderly victim avoids losing $1.5m to investment scam after police, bank intervene
The 71-year-old had made payments to different bank accounts after a foreign acquaintance promised him "quick returns". Read more at straitstimes.com.
Some Singapore firms adopt wait-and-see approach to offering extra 2 weeks of paternity leave
While supportive of employees who are fathers, small businesses cite the need to strike a balance with their manpower needs.
Singapore Introduces New Law To Regulate Significant Investments Critical To National Security Interests.
Singapore Introduces New Law To Regulate Significant Investments Critical To National Security Interests. Legal News and Analysis - Singapore - Regulatory & Compliance - ...
Rectitude Holdings Files for IPO of 2 Million Shares at $4-$6 Each
By Colin Kellaher Singapore-based safety-equipment supplier Rectitude Holdings has filed for a U.S. initial public offering of 2 million shares, with ...
Blackstone Doubling Singapore Team As Investors’ Leave Chinese Land: Report
Blackstone reportedly plans to expand its private equity business in Singapore by doubling its headcount to tap into growing deals and connect with investors.