Hacked crypto exchange WazirX has completed rebalancing of net liquid assets on the platform as part of a restructuring scheme, which will potentially allow users to receive stolen crypto as early as ...
Singapore to deport Iranian-Malaysian couple over role in travel agency involved with terror-linked foreigners
The Iranian woman was involved in the operations of a Singapore-registered travel agency that had sponsored visa applications by terrorism-linked foreigners to enter the country.
Daily Cuts – Budget 2025: Expectations and wishlists for Singapore, from Singaporeans
Budget 2025 is set to be unveiled in parliament on 18 February by Finance Minister Lawrence Wong – his first as Prime Minister. On Asia First, Hairianto Diman and Elakeyaa Selvaraji get the ...
Singapore releases new emissions targets for 2035, on track to reaching net zero by 2050
Singapore on Monday (Feb 10) committed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions to between 45 and 50 million tonnes by 2035, down from around 60 million tonnes in 2030. Read more at The Business Times.
Room for Singapore-listed companies to improve anti-corruption disclosure: NUS study
The average overall anti-corruption disclosure score for Singapore-listed companies was 63 per cent. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Manulife appoints new Singapore CEO amid leadership shake-up in Asia
INSURER Manulife has appointed Benoit Meslet, the current chief executive officer of its Japan office, to head its Singapore division. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore shares rise, with DBS driving gains; STI up 0.4%
On the STI, Venture Corporation was the top gainer, rising 1.9 per cent, or 24 cents, to $12.80. It was followed by DBS, which climbed 1 .6 per cent, or 70 cents, to $45.38 on a cum dividend basis.
Singapore tycoon Ong Beng Seng reportedly battling bone marrow cancer amid court case
Singapore's property magnate Ong Beng Seng, embroiled in a corruption case linked to former transport minister S. Iswaran, is reportedly fighting bone marrow cancer. ( read original story ...)
OCBC Investment Research raises DBS’s TP to $50 after FY2024 record profit
Lee’s new target price still gives DBS an attractive dividend yield estimate of 6%, assuming a total dividend payout of $3 in FY2025.
Netizens voice concerns over e-payments in school affecting kids’ financial awareness and money skills
Singapore schools are adopting e-payments, but netizens worry children will struggle with cash transactions. Critics argue that relying on digital payments may weaken financial literacy, making kids ...
Singapore puts pressure on employers to drive OMIP’s success; strict new guidelines unveiled
The first safeguard requires employers to submit a business growth or transformation plan, demonstrating how the overseas posting aligns with the company’s global expansion strategy. Additionally, ...
U.S. tariffs and interest rate uncertainties make 2025 a “choppy year” for Singapore’s biggest bank: DBS CEO Piyush Gupta
Gupta's comments come as Southeast Asia's largest bank by assets posted a solid showing in its full year results, with net profit reaching a record high.
Most Asia shares fall on trade war jitters; Singapore stocks hit record high
EMERGING markets were jittery on Monday on rising global trade tensions, with equities in three export-reliant Southeast Asian countries dropping sharply, while stocks in Singapore hit a record high ...
ST Engineering iDirect Demonstrates Public Safety Connectivity with Verizon Frontline at Super Bowl LIX
Hosted by Verizon Frontline, the event will highlight its range of innovative solutions designed to deliver vital connectivity in emergency scenarios. Powered in part by ST Engineering iDirect's state ...
Sustainability concerns will shape Singapore’s priorities in attracting investments: EDB chairman
THE Republic’s priorities in attracting investments are being reshaped by the city-state’s sustainability commitments, said Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) chairman Png Cheong Boon in a ...
Shifting housing demand from Singapore to Johor could offer room to ease ABSD rates
If Singapore residents move to Johor Bahru, ABSD can be lowered to spur buying by investors and foreigners. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)