In a new development, Ripple has joined the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s BLOOM Initiative, in partnership with Unloq, to advance ...
Heineken shakes up Singapore beer supply
The Dutch brewer said "large-scale brewing" at its Tuas site will be “phased down progressively by the end of 2027”.
Singapore’s core inflation rises to 1.4% in February, highest since December 2024
SINGAPORE: Singapore's core inflation rose to 1.4 per cent year-on-year in February, up from 1 per cent in January, official data released on Monday (Mar 23) showed. The figure is the highest since ...
Singapore Business Federation calls for support measures to help firms manage rising energy costs
As the Middle East conflict rages on, more Singapore firms are seeking advice on saving electricity as they brace for higher energy costs. But the Singapore Business Federation says geopolitical ...
ASEAN countries exposed by Middle East oil dependence
ASEAN countries are vulnerable to supply chain disruptions due to their heavy dependence on crude oil imports from the Middle East.
Singapore-headquartered ONUS crypto exchange crashes
Millions of investors are currently unable to access the ONUS cryptocurrency exchange application, sparking deep concern over the safety of their money.
Crypto firms are slashing jobs — and they’re mostly citing the same reason
Crypto firms have laid off hundreds of employees so far this year. They broadly attribute the cuts to AI. It’s unclear if firms are simply window dressing pre-planned cutbacks.
Crypto.com cuts 12% of staff as it integrates AI across the business for efficiency
The cuts come as the exchange integrates AI across its business, with CEO Kris Marszalek warning slow adopters “will be left behind.” ...
Singapore business sentiment takes hit from Iran war as companies turn cautious: Survey
Businesses are turning more cautious in their investment and expansion decisions, which could tamper short-term growth. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore-based Ryde adopts crypto treasury strategy
Ryde Group, a Singapore-based ride-sharing and carpool platform, similar to Uber or Lyft, said Wednesday that it has adopted a crypto treasury strategy for its corporate reserve. The company said it ...
Crypto.com Cut 12% of Workforce, Citing AI
Crypto.com, a digital-asset exchange headquartered in Singapore, reduced its workforce by about 12%, joining the list of companies using artificial intelligence to drive efficiencies across its ...
Crypto.com cuts 12% of staff as it accelerates AI push
Singapore-headquartered cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com is set to cut up to 12% of its workforce due to company-wide artificial intelligence (AI) integrations, joining a growing list of companies ...
Singapore-based Crypto.com lays off 12% of staff, third cut in four years
Crypto.com, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange, has laid off 12% of its global workforce as part of a strategic restructuring. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
EvoCash Bridges Web3 and Traditional Finance with MSB-Registered Web3-Compliant USD Accounts, Eliminating Crypto-Related Account Freezes
EvoCash, a financial technology platform specializing in crypto-to-fiat bridge infrastructure, has launched Web3-compliant USD-denominated payment accounts designed to bridge the gap between ...
Singapore key export growth slows in February ahead of Iran war fallout, threat of higher US tariffs
Singapore's key exports saw slower growth in February amid concerns over Iran war disruptions and potential US tariffs. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore key exports rise 4% in February, ahead of Iran war disruptions
Electronics shipments continued to see strong growth on demand powered by the AI boom. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.