PUTRAJAYA] In a landmark move to strengthen economic ties, Singapore and Malaysia have agreed to drive investments in 11 key sectors including manufacturing, logistics and energy, with plans to expand ...
Daily Cuts – Singapore’s mortgage loan refinancing and repricing activity on the rise
Singapore Today's Daniel Martin and Susan Ng speak with Clive Chng, Associate Director, Redbrick Mortgage Advisory, about what's been driving the jump in mortgage loan refinancing and repricing ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore empowers police to freeze bank accounts in scam crackdown
Singapore passed a new law on Tuesday allowing police to freeze bank accounts of scam victims as a "last resort" measure to prevent further losses. The law empowers police to issue restriction orders ...
Travala’s new Bitcoin incentives aim to boost crypto adoption & real-world utility
Chainwire: Travala, the leading crypto-native travel booking service, has launched limited-time Bitcoin incentives to grow the number of crypto travellers and increase real-world on-chain activity ...
Singapore’s Swift Action: New Law to Freeze Scammed Bank Accounts
Singapore has enacted a law empowering police to freeze the bank accounts of scam victims as a last resort to prevent further financial losses. Police can issue restriction orders to banks for ...
Singapore Passes Bill Empowering Police to Protect Scam Victims
Singapore’s parliament has passed a law allowing the police to control the bank accounts of individuals who are suspected to be the targets of scams.
Singapore, Malaysia Ink Deal Creating New Vast Economic Zone
The leaders of Malaysia and Singapore formalized an agreement establishing a special economic zone linking their two nations’ border region, with the aim of attracting 50 projects in the first five ...
HSBC appoints former Citibank wealth management director as new head of international wealth hub for Singapore
In her new role, Chin will oversee the scaling of HSBC’s offshore business through new client growth, deepening client relationships and fostering stronger cross-border collaboration.
HSBC appoints Citi veteran as its new head of international wealth hub for Singapore
HSBC has appointed 22-year veteran Jil Chin as its new head of international wealth hub for Singapore, as the company leads efforts to grow its international wealth business, the bank announced in a ...
DBS bought and sold shares in SingPost nearly a week after termination announcement
DBS Bank made two transactions in the shares of Singapore Post (SingPost) nearly a week after the company terminated three of its top executives over the handling of whistle-blowing reports on Dec 22, ...
GSR Now Licensed for Crypto Trading in the UK and Singapore
GSR secures regulatory approvals to provide trading services in the UK and Singapore, enhancing its global credibility. These licenses position GSR as a bridge between institutional finance and the ...
Johor-Singapore SEZ a ‘big plus’ for firms to tap both sides’ different strengths: PM Wong
Singapore-based businesses have shown “a lot of interest” in expanding to the upcoming special economic zone in Johor, says Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, as he wraps up a two-day visit to ...
Singapore Floats More Controls on Race-Based Business Groups
Singapore has proposed a new law that includes establishing controls on “race-based” business groups and clan associations in a bid to safeguard racial harmony and curb foreign influence.
Singapore considers law to guard clans, business associations against foreign interference
Singapore introduced legislation on Tuesday to safeguard clans and business associations linked to racial groups against foreign interference.
Singapore passes law that gives police powers to freeze bank accounts of scam victims
In coming up with the new law, the authorities are “mindful of the need to strike a balance between protecting an individual from further harm and not unduly inconveniencing him”, says Minister of ...
Singapore fund Paragon opens Hong Kong office to reach more wealthy clients
Fund manager sees Hong Kong as an ideal wealth management hub to reach more wealthy clients in the Greater China region.