Indonesian courier startup J&T Express is in talks with investors to raise more than $2 billion ahead of a Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO), and is looking to expand in Latin America, three ... ( read original story ...)
Two financial advisers banned for giving ‘false information’ to Singapore regulator
Leading brand for international independent financial advisers, wealth management professionals serving expatriate and cross-border clients worldwide. ( read original story ...)
Singapore central bank says Binance may be in breach of rules
"MAS has reviewed Binance.com's operations and is of the view that Binance, the operator of Binance.com, may be in breach of the Payment Services Act," the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore To Hold Further Relaxation In Norms Amid Rising COVID Cases: FM Lawrence Wong
Singapore’s Finance Minister said that the nation will hold further easing of COVID related norms as it is monitoring an increase in daily Coronavirus cases. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Monetary Authority Adds Binance to Investor Warning List
Singapore’s financial regulator, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has added Binance to its investor warning list, becoming yet another country to warn investors. ( read original story ...)
Property agent, buyers admit to backdating an Option to Purchase to evade higher stamp duty
SINGAPORE - A property agent and two buyers of a condominium unit have admitted to backdating an option to purchase (OTP) to avoid paying higher additional buyer's stamp duty (ABSD). Property agent ... ( read original story ...)
GRAINS-Corn eases amid concern over export logistics
Chicago corn futures edged lower on Friday, staying on course for a weekly loss, as concerns about export delays following storm damage continued to hang over the market. By Gus Trompiz and Naveen ... ( read original story ...)
A Singapore restaurant with the cheapest Michelin-starred meal in the world lost its only Michelin star
Chef Chan Hon Meng rose to fame in 2016 for owning one of the first Michelin-starred food stalls in the world. Five years later, he lost it. ( read original story ...)
Singapore to hold off on further reopening measures – minister
Singapore will hold off on further steps to reopen the country while it monitors an increase in daily coronavirus cases, but sees no need to consider re-imposing heightened restrictions, a senior ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Takes Pause on Reopening, Moves Onto Vaccine Boosters
Singapore’s government will hit pause on its reopening plans for the economy after a recent rise in virus cases, and plans to start vaccine booster shots soon for vulnerable groups as ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s biggest consumer tech festival Comex is back with discounts
It runs from Sept 2-12 and offers special deals on gadgets, consumer electronics, software and subscriptions.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
$5 mobile plans for low-income seniors extended to 2 years
When they were first made available from the four telcos in July last year, they lasted for only one year.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Exchange’s SPAC rules seen giving market much-needed boost
Singapore Exchange's new rules for special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) are likely to help it attract regional funds and fast-growing firms, as it seeks to revitalise a staid market for ... ( read original story ...)
MAS shortlists 15 banks and fintechs for CBDC challenge
CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) as a field may well see 15 more solutions, as the Global CBDC Challenge by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) ... ( read original story ...)
Asset-rich, cash-poor scenarios: Singaporeans review DBS’ Home Equity Income Loan
DBS announced its Home Equity Income Loan (EIL), which allows Singaporeans and PRs aged 65-79 with a fully paid private housing asset in Singapore to obtain up to a 30-year loan that tops up their CPF ... ( read original story ...)
How Singapore ride-hailing firm TADA stands out from competitors in the sector
Kay Woo, CEO of TADA, says the primary focus of the ride-hailing firm is to "build the livelihood" of its drivers. ( read original story ...)