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.
Who’s got the charm, cash and code to be a crypto hub?
Billions are being poured into crypto ambitions worldwide, but these five financial centers are putting real infrastructure and regulation behind the hype.
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.
Indonesia’s Pertamina seeks petrol for July-December, excludes Singapore supply
SINGAPORE/JAKARTA] Indonesia’s Pertamina has issued five tenders to buy nearly three million barrels of petrol a month for delivery between July and December, and excluded Singapore as the origin of ...
Indonesia taps Singapore traders in US$12 billion Pertamina probe
SINGAPORE] Indonesian authorities have contacted a number of Singapore-based trading companies to request their cooperation in a US$12 billion corruption probe involving state-owned oil giant ...
Should Singapore be concerned about the bird flu outbreak in Brazil?
The South American state is one of Singapore's top chicken suppliers. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore firms are looking at how to diversify their markets, says business group head
Kok Ping Soon, CEO of the Singapore Business Federation, talks about the impact of U.S. tariffs on Singaporean firms, saying that more clarity is needed on what the U.S. deems as "secure supply chains ...
Singapore’s beloved curry rice restaurant shuts down after 30 years
New Scissor-Cut Curry Rice, a well-known eatery in Singapore's Geylang district, closed last week after 30 years in business, citing "a number of challenges including high rental costs." ...
Meet ‘Ice,’ ‘Ogle’ and other crypto millionaires who bought a night with Trump
Most of the crypto investors who bought Trump’s meme coin for a chance at dinner with the president remain anonymous. Some are publicly celebrating their invitation.
Indonesia slams Singapore’s ‘shameful’ fuel prices, plans pivot to US imports
Despite being an oil producer, Indonesia's low refining capacity leaves it heavily reliant on Singapore for fuel - but that may soon change Indonesia plans to slash fuel imports from Singapore and ...
Singapore imports software talent, exports accountants abroad
There’s a developing talent crunch in the accounting space as interest in the profession wanes. Singapore is increasingly relying on international talent to address its tech talent shortage— but its ...