Chris Knight looks back on Singapore Sevens as we head towards Paris this weekend on the HSBC World Sevens Series For the second time in two years, Singapore Sevens produced another first time champion as day two parked a string of surprising results. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Update: IPOS Announces Billion Dollar Fund to Help Companies with Strong IP to Compete Globally
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) announced on 26 April 2017 the launch of a new billion-dollar fund aimed at helping promising companies to grow and expand into global markets. The Makara Innovation Fund (MIF), established through a ... ( read original story ...)
OCBC Q1 net profit up 14%, rebounding from previous quarter
SINGAPORE: The Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC) reported a 14 per cent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday (May 9), largely led by sustained growth in its wealth management business and robust results from insurance operations. This comes after a ... ( read original story ...)
Asia stocks, dollar subdued after French relief, South Korea vote eyed
SINGAPORE Asian stock markets edged down on Tuesday following ... Germany's DAX and France's CAC 40 to all open flat. The South Korean stock market, which finished at a record high on Monday, is closed for Tuesday's presidential election. ( read original story ...)
Qualcomm unveils two new Snapdragon mobile platforms
Singapore, May 9 (IANS) Chipmaker Qualcomm has introduced two new mobile platforms, Snapdragon 660 and 630 which are designed to support advanced photography and enhanced gaming in addition to long battery life and fast LTE speeds. Both platforms use a ... ( read original story ...)
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 630, Snapdragon 660 mobile platforms
Chipmaker Qualcomm has introduced two new mobile platforms, Snapdragon 660 and 630 which are designed to support advanced photography and enhanced gaming in addition to long battery life and fast LTE speeds. Singapore: Chipmaker Qualcomm has introduced two ... ( read original story ...)
Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 660 and Snapdragon 630 mobile platforms, 14nm compute, faster LTE, and better camera features
faster LTE connectivity and quick charge functions. They are globally launched today at an event held in Singapore showcasing the features and functionalities which can be useful in the smartphone market. Not so long ago we have seen its flagship grade ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore fintech offers online banking options
Singaporean tech is boosting financial inclusion across Southeast Asia, where millions are locked out of a rapidly modernizing economy. CNN's Kristie Lu Stout reports. ( read original story ...)
Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 660, 630 mobile platforms
SINGAPORE: Qualcomm has expanded its high-tier Snapdragon 600 ... in addition to long battery life and fast LTE speeds. The Snapdragon 660 and 630 mobile platforms include the Snapdragon 660 and 630 SoCs, which encompass the baseband functionalities ... ( read original story ...)
Asia stocks, dollar subdued as market seeks next catalyst, oil rises
SINGAPORE Asian stock markets were mixed on Tuesday following ... while oil inched higher on expectations OPEC supply cuts will be extended. The South Korean stock market is closed for Tuesday's presidential election, in which liberal Moon Jae-in is ... ( read original story ...)
IE Singapore helps SMEs tap booming Vietnam market
The last offers a blend of Vietnamese street food. Property developers such as CapitaLand and Keppel Land represent “the first wave” of Singapore companies that established a beachhead in Vietnam in the early 1990s, notes Tan. Besides F&B operators ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines partners with UOB for frequent flyer program
United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) has teamed up with Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) frequent flyer program to launch KrisFlyer UOB Account. Targeting those who prefer to use a debit card or millennials who may not yet be eligible for a credit card the ... ( read original story ...)
OCBC Q1 profit rises 14 pct, driven by wealth management business
SINGAPORE May 9 Singapore's Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp Ltd reported a nearly 14 percent rise in quarterly profit, largely led by sustained growth in its wealth management business and robust results from insurance operations. The city-state's second ... ( read original story ...)
Gigaba set to woo Singapore investors
Cape Town - Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba would soon head to Asia to woo fund managers after he held bilateral engagements with Singapore’s deputy Prime Minister, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, at the recently concluded World Economic Forum on Africa. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Customs warns public about emails impersonating officers
SINGAPORE: Singapore Customs has warned the public to be wary of e-mails claiming to have been sent by its officers asking for personal information. “Singapore Customs does not ask for confidential personal information through emails nor do we send ... ( read original story ...)
Commentary: Say yes to renewing the Singapore F1 Grand Prix
In a few months’ time, the Singapore F1 night race will be upon us and the Government has to decide whether it wishes to extend the current contract for another five years. The Singapore Grand Prix (GP) has always had its naysayers, who question its ... ( read original story ...)