Why has UOB recruited from the National University of Singapore for its latest senior hire? https://news.efinancialcareers.com/sg-en/294652/uob-hire-google-apple/ UOB has recruited a senior information security expert from the National University of ... ( read original story ...)
Soft skills and hard measures the future for Singapore’s HR professionals
The rapid change in the lives of business leaders, particularly for those responsible for organisations’ human resources, rages unabated. At a pace, we have seen emerging technologies, computerisation and automation that have reshaped the Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
Accenture Develops DLT Prototypes for Singapore’s Central Bank
Just this week, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) went public with the three ... project that includes institutions like Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Standard Chartered and Citi, among others, as participants. "Project Ubin is making a great ... ( read original story ...)
Standard Chartered’s Indonesian Power Company Seeks Investors Amid Bribery Probe
Maxpower hired a unit of Jefferies Group LLC in Singapore for the proposed private share placement, according to the document. Representatives for Standard Chartered and Jefferies declined to comment. Maxpower didn't respond to a request for comment. ( read original story ...)
Standard Chartered launches 360 binaural audio experience of Anfield to promote World Sight Day
Standard Chartered, the main club sponsor for Liverpool FC ... covering industry news around the Asia Pacific region with a focus on Singapore and Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, he has worked across photography, video and online, covering a range ... ( read original story ...)
Indiabulls to delist Singapore property trust, buy Farallon’s stake for $214 mn
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Mumbai-based developer Indiabulls Real Estate Ltd has decided ... ( read original story ...)
Selangor Dredging’s Hijauan on Cavanagh wins FIABCI Singapore Property Award
SINGAPORE: Selangor Dredging Bhd (SDB) has won the FIABCI Singapore Property Awards 2017 in the Residential (Mid-Rise) category for Hijauan on Cavanagh. In an Oct 10 press release, the Malaysian developer said the development by wholly owned subsidiary SDB ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore co-working space JustCo hits $200m valuation after closing series B
JustCo, a Singapore-based provider of shared workspaces, has just closed a series B funding round in which publicly traded Thai property developer Sansiri was the sole participant. The investment amount was not disclosed, but the Singaporean company said ... ( read original story ...)
Daily Briefing: Property agencies move towards mega mergers; Singapore’s oil problem is barely over
The property agency industry has been abuzz with recent mergers and how technology is disrupting the way agents do business. It started in June when PropNex Realty announced a merger with Dennis Wee Group (DWG) to form the largest agency in Singapore with ... ( read original story ...)
Accenture to Create DLT Prototype for Singapore’s Central Bank
OCBC Bank, Singapore Exchange, Standard Chartered Bank, and United Overseas Bank. In a statement today Sopnendu Mohanty, Chief FinTech Officer, MAS explained the goal of the project to be: A key outcome of the consortium’s effort is the ability to ... ( read original story ...)
Top Singapore chef gives back Michelin stars
Singapore (AFP) - A Singapore chef with two Michelin stars has announced he wants to be stripped of the honour and will close his popular eatery, the latest restaurateur to walk away from the culinary distinction. Foodies in the affluent city-state, home ... ( read original story ...)
Exxon opens third Singapore cogeneration power plant
Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) opens its third cogeneration power plant in Singapore on the site of its Jurong refinery, increasing its total cogeneration capacity in the city-state by nearly 25%. XOM says the new 84 MW plant, which produces both electricity and ... ( read original story ...)
The debut of InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay
Set amid a dynamic, sophisticated neighbourhood along the Singapore River, known for its dining options and arts houses, the luxury hotel has been carefully curated by world-class designers, architects and culinary purveyors. Located just a few minutes ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Morning News For October 12
Chinese Internet behemoth Alibaba will open a research lab here in Singapore, as part of its new global research programme called the Alibaba Discovery, Adventure, Momentum and Outlook (DAMO) Academy. Singapore’s central bank is widely seen sticking to a ... ( read original story ...)
Banyan Tree is opening its first Singapore resort near the zoo
The news comes as part of the ongoing project to turn the Mandai ... Perks, of course, include easy access to Mandai’s five wildlife parks, which include the Singapore Zoo, the Night Safari, the River Safari, the soon-to-be-relocated Jurong Bird Park ... ( read original story ...)
Inside Singapore’s bid to achieve smart city status
Shawn Lim is a reporter at The Drum, covering industry news around the Asia Pacific region with a focus on Singapore and Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, he has worked across photography, video and online, covering a range of subjects including current ... ( read original story ...)