According to Section 420 of the Penal Code 1871, cheating carries a maximum 10-year prison sentence and a fine if found guilty.
Singapore anti-scam law allows police to seize bank accounts
The law allows authorities to halt bank transactions if there is compelling evidence an account holder is about to transfer money to a scammer.
The Queer Property Wealth Gap: Why LGBTQ+ Singaporeans Fall Behind Straight Couples
When realtor William Tan first began putting out property content for LGBTQ+ Singaporeans, it was all about the basics: what are the options available? As Singapore doesn’t recognise same-sex marriage ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysian liquidators sue Standard Chartered in Singapore, alleging its role in 1MDB fraud
Malaysian liquidators are suing Standard Chartered in Singapore, claiming the bank ignored red flags and suspicious transfers, a claim the bank strongly denies.
Skycraper projection mapping sets three world records
A projection-mapping show on the facade of Singapore’s joint-second-tallest building has set three Guinness World Records. The show has been officially certified as the: longest architectural ...
DBS returns with weekly S$3 cashback at hawker stalls, heartland shops
SINGAPORE] Singaporeans can enjoy a S$3 cashback when they spend at hawker stalls, heartland shops and wet markets on Saturdays from Jul 12 to Sep 27. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore shares move in tandem with Wall Street rally
SINGAPORE] Buoyed by the overnight Wall Street rally, Singapore shares rose on Tuesday (Jul 1), with about the top one-third counters by weighting among the blue-chip-gauge Straits Times Index (STI) ...
Credibility of SAF has given investors confidence in Singapore: Chan Chun Sing
People have a quiet confidence in the city-state, not just in its security but also that it will not change its rules overnight, he says. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Body-Swapping Thriller ‘Decalcomania’ From Singapore-Thailand Partnership Sets December Bow
Singapore-Thailand thriller 'Decalcomania' starring Mookda Narinrak and Pierre Png follows two women who swap souls after car accident.
DBS partners with leading retail brands to help customers maximise value from everyday spending
DBS Bank today launched an exclusive strategic partnership, making it the only bank in Singapore to offer spending privileges at more than 680 outlets across Cold Storage, CS Fresh, Giant, Guardian ...
Singapore police can now seize bank accounts to stop scams
Police in Singapore can now seize control of a person's bank account and block money transfers if they suspect the person is being scammed, under a new law that kicked in on Tuesday.
More than 200,000 Singapore vehicles cleared for VEP as enforcement kicks in
A total of 209,853 Singaporean vehicles activated their Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags as of yesterday, ahead of the full enforcement of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) at ...
Standard Chartered Bank Faces $2.7 Billion Lawsuit Over Alleged Role in 1MDB Fraud
KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -Liquidators seeking to recoup misappropriated funds from Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund 1MDB have filed legal proceedings against Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore over ...
Standard Chartered Sued in Singapore Over Alleged Role in 1MDB Fraud
Liquidators seeking to recover billions in misappropriated funds from Malaysias sovereign wealth fund, 1MDB, have launched legal action against Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore. The lawsuit, filed ...
KKR Launches Financial Advisory Platform in Singapore
Private-equity firm KKR has launched a new financial advisory platform in Singapore, aiming to support firms in enhancing their technology and strengthening customer management. The platform, Ascend ...
KKR starts financial advisory platform to widen choices for Singapore consumers
SINGAPORE] Global asset manager KKR has started a platform for financial advisory (FA) firms that will give customer more choices. Read more at The Business Times.