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DBS in Early Talks for Insurance Collaborations in India, Taiwan
DBS Group Holdings is in early discussions to expand its insurance offerings in India and Taiwan through new bancassurance partnerships.
Economists raise Singapore’s 2024 growth forecast to 2.6%: MAS survey
But growth outlook for key manufacturing sector slashed to 0.6%, from 1.6% in the June survey. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore shares rose on Wednesday—STI increased by 0.4%
The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index climbed 0.8% to 17,025.88. The S&P 500 also increased 0.5%, closing at 5,495.52 ...
Tata Electronics signs MoU with ASMPT Singapore for ATMP venture
In a key move to advance its assembly, testing, marking, and packaging (ATMP) facilities in Vemagal, Karnataka, and Jagiroad, Assam, Tata Electronics has signed an MoU with ASMPT Singapore. This ...
Edible cutlery: Singapore start-up seeks to reduce plastic waste in Asia with nutrition-packed products
Singapore start-up Crunch Cutlery is seeking to tackle plastic waste with its edible cutlery made from chia, buckwheat and jowar.
Pope heads to economic power Singapore after a joyous visit to impoverished, devout East Timor
Pope Francis is heading to Singapore for the final leg of his Asian trip. Francis ended his visit to East Timor with a rally Wednesday morning of young people, who make up the majority of the country's 1.
Audi Singapore names new GM of marketing
Audi Singapore has named Jamie Lee, GM of marketing as Rudy Venter who headed up marketing takes on a new role in China as VP of marketing with FAW Audi Sales Company.
Singapore shares open higher on Wednesday; STI up 0.4%
SINGAPORE shares began Wednesday (Sep 11) trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in Wall Street. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Q&M Dental to acquire dental clinic business in Bukit Timah for S$800,000
Q&M Dental Group (Singapore) has entered into a binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) to acquire the dental clinic business of Veritas Dental for S$800,000. Read more at The Business Times.
‘Fewer than 100 energy-intensive buildings’ in Singapore to undergo audits, improvement works under new law
The Mandatory Energy Improvement regime, which will require owners of energy-intensive buildings to carry out an energy audit and implement measures to reduce energy use, is set to kick in from the ...
Singapore Authorities Probe Worldcoin Over Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Concerns
The worldcoin is now scrutinized in Singapore for its potential role in money laundering and terrorism financing.
Singapore to Allow Cashless Bets in Casinos, Except Crypto: CNA
Singapore will allow its two casinos to conduct cashless gaming under changes made to the Casino Control Act, but will not permit the use of cryptocurrencies, CNA reported, citing Minister of State ...
Francis will be only the second pope to visit Singapore, one of the wealthiest nations
When Pope Francis arrives Wednesday in Asia’s financial powerhouse Singapore for the last leg of a four-nation tour, he is expected to bring his message of unity and hope to one of the world’s richest ...
Investors increasingly spreading their wealth amid global uncertainties: HSBC
The next generation of business leaders are doing the same for firms’ operations for a sustainable future. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Mobile Guardian breaches: MOE takes legal action against contractors; new app expected by Jan 2025
MOE stopped using the Mobile Guardian app in all students’ personal devices as of end-August. Read more at straitstimes.com.