Chen Wei, 43, was sentenced to 4 years’ jail and fined $6,000 for his role in the scam. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Pope lands in economic power Singapore after a joyous visit to impoverished, devout East Timor
The joyous encounter came just hours after around 600,000 people — or nearly half the population — packed a seaside park for Francis’ Mass. It was held on the same field where St. John Paul II prayed ...
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 ...
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 ...
Crypto ownership dips in S’pore but is stable in US, UK and France: Poll
The report found that sell-offs here have slowed down in the past six months as the market improved. Read more at straitstimes.com.
COTD: Singapore’s trade sees 10.1% growth in Q2 with rising imports and exports
Singapore’s merchandise exports maintained a positive growth trajectory, whilst the manufacturing contraction eased in Q2 2024, McKinsey reported. Merchandise exports grew 7.6%, whilst imports ...
Indonesia, Singapore seal deal on renewable energy export
Indonesia signed an agreement to export renewable energy to Singapore, during the recent International Sustainability Forum (ISF) in Jakarta.
Singapore interested in liberalised air services pact with India: Transport minister Chee Hong Tat
India and Singapore strengthen ties through comprehensive strategic partnership, focusing on aviation and shipping cooperation for economic growth.
Singapore tweaks casino law to allow cashless gaming; ‘no intention’ of letting crypto be used to bet
Amendments to the Casino Control Act will also see the Home Affairs Minister overseeing functions related to the whole of government at the strategic level, while the Gambling Regulatory Authority ...
Seven Under Investigation as Singapore Cracks Down on Worldcoin Trading
Singapore authorities have launched an investigation into seven individuals allegedly involved in the illicit trading of Worldcoin accounts.
Sam Altman’s Crypto Project Worldcoin Faces Scrutiny in Singapore
Singapore is scrutinising activities related to Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency project that utilizes iris scans for user identification.
Higher costs to protect platform workers ‘part and parcel’ of doing business, says Koh Poh Koon as law passes
Market competition and union-like associations can help to counter any loading of costs onto platform workers and fears of discrimination if they opt for higher CPF contributions, said Senior Minister ...
Rising women power will not shield Singapore companies from fierce headwinds
WOMEN are busy smashing glass ceilings abroad and at home. Vice-President Kamala Harris could be the first woman ever to lead the United States if she wins in November’s presidential election. Read ...
Singapore’s trade sees 10.1% growth in Q2 with rising imports and exports
Singapore’s merchandise exports maintained a positive growth trajectory, whilst the manufacturing contraction eased in Q2 2024, McKinsey reported. Merchandise exports grew 7.6%, whilst imports ...