This evolution in banking is one reason smart investors are watching the relatively new (and relatively unknown) Chinese company OneConnect Financial Technology ( NYSE:OCFT). OneConnect is a fintech ... ( read original story ...)
Can Taiwan-Palau travel bubble be a model for Singapore? The jury is out
Much depends on whether governments are in control of the Covid-19 situation within their borders.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore monitoring trials on Covid-19 vaccine effect on kids, 12 new imported cases confirmed
Singapore is closely monitoring ongoing trials on the safety and effectiveness of Covid-19 vaccines on children, and hopes to be able to certify and administer them for students here in the near ... ( read original story ...)
Positive response from Malaysian cargo drivers offered Covid-19 vaccination in Singapore: MTI
SINGAPORE - The response rate from Malaysian cargo drivers selected for Covid-19 vaccination in Singapore has been very positive so far, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) said on Sunday (March ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore water polo gets funding boost from its famous Tan family
The Olympic Foundation-Tan Family Water Polo Fund was launched with a $500,000 donation from the influential Tan family. ( read original story ...)
Singapore landmarks turn blue to mark World Water Day
SINGAPORE - The city skyline turned into a sea of blue to mark World Water Day, as Singapore showed its commitment to water sustainability over the weekend.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Jamiyah Singapore calls for food donations as demand for aid spikes during Covid-19 pandemic
SINGAPORE - There has been a spike in demand for food supplies from residents whose incomes have been hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, resulting in a dwindling stockpile of these rations at Jamiyah ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s trial of MRT priority cabins put on hold due to changed ridership patterns amid pandemic
SINGAPORE, March 21 (The Straits Times/ANN): A trial of MRT priority cabins for the elderly, wheelchair users and pregnant women has been put on hold indefinitely due to the coronavirus situation, The ... ( read original story ...)
IPO mania fizzles in Hong Kong as mega first-day pops disappear
The days of the massive first-day pop in Hong Kong's IPO frenzy may be nearing an end.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore: DBS Private Bank targeting more than 50% assets in sustainable investments by 2023
The private banking arm of South-East Asia's largest bank DBS aims to expand its suite of sustainable investments to more than half of its assets under management by 2023. DBS Private Bank will also ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19: Singapore detects 12 new cases, all imported
MOH has confirmed the detection of 12 new cases of COVID-19 infection in Singapore as of noon on Sunday (21 March), taking the country's total case count to 60,196. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Major: Neon Esports to attend without Natsumi, Rappy to sub
Filipino Dota 2 organisation Neon Esports announced on Sunday (21 March) that they will be attending the upcoming ONE Esports Singapore Major without carry player John Anthony "Natsumi" Vargas, who ... ( read original story ...)
Count On Me, Singapore copyright saga: Indian composer withdraws claims to song following MCCY probe
Joseph Mendoza admitted he does not have evidence to prove that he wrote We Can Achieve - a song that is near identical to Count On Me, Singapore.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Major: Na’Vi, VP to attend with subs as players get ill, two with COVID-19
Na'Vi announced on Saturdaythat midlaner Bogdan "Iceberg" Vasilenko and team captain Andrii "ALWAYSWANNAFLY" Bondarenko tested positive for the coronavirus prior to the team's departure to Singapore. ( read original story ...)
Singapore starts Covid-19 vaccination for Malaysian cargo drivers
Singapore yesterday started vaccinating selected cargo drivers from Malaysia against the Covid-19 virus. The move is aimed at minimising the risk of transmission from the workers who bring in ... ( read original story ...)
Can cryptocurrencies and their vast energy use co-exist with Singapore’s green goals?
SINGAPORE: Amid Singapore's push for sustainability, the growing interest in blockchain and cryptocurrency - with its vast energy consumption - ... ( read original story ...)