SINGAPORE: Singapore climbed to fourth place in a global startup ecosystem ranking this year, up from fifth in 2024. According to the 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Index by research platform ...
Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways post strong profits
This week, the 2024–2025 fiscal year results has spotlighted the diverging fortunes of two of aviation’s most globally renowned carriers: Singapore Airlines and Qatar ...
Sharp drop in crypto ownership in Singapore in 2025 as investors sell off: Poll
Only 29 per cent of 1,500 Singapore residents polled owned crypto in 2025, a sharp drop from 40 per cent in 2024. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Cross-Chain Pioneer XY Finance Launches SuperIntent, the World’s First Omnichain AI Crypto Super App
XY Finance, a veteran in cross-chain infrastructure, officially introduced the launch of SuperIntent, the world’s first Omnichain AI Crypto Super App. Designed to simplify the complexities of DeFi, ...
Singapore’s frozen chicken supply unlikely to be affected by Brazil bird flu outbreak
The Singapore Meat Traders' Association said there might be slight delays to frozen chicken imports. It cited the rush by importers around the world to find alternative sources, following a bird flu ...
No poultry or poultry products imported from Brazil farm hit by bird flu outbreak, say S’pore authorities
Singapore does not import poultry or poultry products from the farm hit by the highly contagious bird flu in Brazil.
Singaporean faces new charges in US over US$263mil crypto theft
Singaporean Malone Lam, already facing charges in the United States over a cryptocurrency theft, is now accused of heading a 13-member crime ring that allegedly stole hundreds of millions of dollars ...
India’s Supreme Court slams crypto delay as ultra-rich flee to real estate
India’s top court slams crypto delays, calling unregulated Bitcoin a hawala risk. Ultra-rich shift funds from crypto into luxury property.
Hunter: SNP should look to low tax Singapore for inspiration
Sir Tom Hunter warns Scotland risks falling further behind without a pro-business shift, citing poor leadership and unclear policies.
Public urged to stay vigilant amid potential tariff-related scams: Police and CSA
They urged the public and organisations to remain vigilant and take proactive measures against such scams. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore takes 4th spot in global start-up ecosystem ranking
The Republic has climbed 12 places in the rankings since 2020. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore shares rise amid Wall Street’s overnight gain; STI up 0.2%
SINGAPORE] Singapore shares rose on Tuesday (May 20), after Wall Street closed higher overnight, shrugging off Moody’s downgrading of the United States’ sovereign credit rating. Read more at The ...
Singapore EXPO is pioneer awardee of Platinum Certification for MICE Sustainability
Singapore EXPO, managed by Constellar, has become a pioneer awardee of the prestigious Platinum Certification under the MICE Sustainability Certification ...
StraitsX Launches Its Singapore-Dollar Pegged Stablecoin, XSGD, on XRP Ledger
StraitsX has launched its Singapore dollar-pegged stablecoin, XSGD, on the XRP Ledger to meet the rising demand for regulated multi-chain stablecoins in cross-border payments.
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No poultry products imported from bird flu-hit establishment in Brazil, say Singapore authorities
Singapore also has bird flu regionalisation arrangements with Brazil, where imports from affected areas may be suspended while those from unaffected areas can still be brought in.