Singapore semiconductor companies, including startups, will be able to tap the new S$500 million national fabrication facility announced in Budget 2025. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore to start S$200 million long-term investment fund for enterprises with longer, complex growth trajectories
SINGAPORE will set up a new S$200 million fund for investing in enterprises with longer or more complex growth trajectories “that require more time to fully realise their potential”, said Minister for ...
Nomura hires Ong Kin Yok as Malaysia, Singapore MD, team head for international wealth
Japan's Nomura Holdings has appointed Ong Kin Yok as managing director and team head for Malaysia and Singapore of its international wealth management business, according to an internal memo seen by ...
Singapore Minister Warns Public Against Crypto as Fraud Cases Surge
Singapore’s Minister of State for Home Affairs warns against crypto investments, citing a 70% rise in fraud losses to $1.1 billion in 2024.
Crypto Fraudsters Can be Fined, Jailed and Now Also ‘Caned’ by Authorities
The government is exploring this option to deter financial crimes and protect citizens from falling victim to crypto fraud.
Singapore to get new regulations to tackle online sale of non-compliant mobility devices
REGULATIONS against online marketplace platforms and retailers selling non-compliant active mobility devices will be introduced here, said Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Transport Baey Yam Keng on ...
Man to face charges over illegally importing 154 replica guns without a permit
The police first received information on sales of replica guns on an e-commerce platform in May 2023. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Man to be charged for suspected involvement in importing 154 replica guns without permit
SINGAPORE: A 44-year-old man will be charged in court for his suspected involvement in importing 154 replica guns into Singapore without a permit, the police said on Wednesday (Mar 5). On May 11, 2023 ...
Malaysia, Singapore & the US to continue working closely on trade involving US-sanctioned chips
"While Malaysia maintains a neutral position on unilateral sanctions, companies operating in Malaysia are advised to be aware of other countries' unilateral export controls which apply to their ...
Singapore offers S$40,000 incentive for electric heavy vehicles; co-funds up to S$30,000 for chargers
Both the incentive and charger grant will run for three years, from 2026 till 2028 Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore rejects separate COE category for private-hire cars, but will further support taxi fleet growth
Taxi fleets may buy or sell their vehicles as used passenger cars; more regulations for larger ride-hail operators Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore shares mirror Asian indices on March 5; STI up 0.2%
It wasn’t much of a boost but the Straits Times Index (STI) did manage to eke out a 0.2 per cent rise on Mar 5 to close up 7.64 points at 3,898.40 with gainers thumping decliners 338 to 205 on trade ...
Alvin Tan: Singapore rejects crypto for SWFs investments over speculation, volatility
During Parliamentary sitting on 5 March, Minister of State for Trade and Industry and MAS Board Member Alvin Tan reaffirmed that cryptocurrencies are unsuitable for Singapore’s sovereign wealth funds ...
Singapore’s ‘30 by 30’ food security goal currently under review, confirms government
The republic is reviewing its strategy to better tackle productivity, cost and demand challenges, said a senior minister of state. To date, food self-production remains below 10 per cent.
Singapore’s private sector returns to growth in February: S&P Global
SINGAPORE -- Business conditions in Singapore's private sector improved in February after a sluggish start of the year, with the seasonally adjusted Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) rising to 51.0 ...
Inaugural expo held in Singapore as business travel in the region takes off
The pickup in travel this year is not just confined to tourism. Business travel — both commercial and private — is also set for growth. The inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum and Expo is underway ...