The transaction was worth over S$1.3 billion. In Q2/2025, only one major transaction was recorded in Singapore’s mixed-use sector. According to a Savills report, this involved a 50.1% interest in ...
Asia’s Fintech Revolution: Mobile Banks Are Reshaping Finance
Maksym Sakharov, co-founder and CEO of WeFi, explores how Asia’s mobile-first fintech companies have reshaped the global financial landscape by bypassing legacy systems and reaching hundreds of ...
Dezign Format targets $6.5m IPO on Catalist, eyes Malaysia expansion
This will be the third homegrown company to go public after a dearth of SGX listings. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore shares up again, lifted by retail sales growth; STI rises 0.3%
Across the broader market, advancers outnumber decliners 297 to 218. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
10 Best Savings Accounts in Singapore with the Highest Interest Rates (Aug 2025)
On 1 May, both UOB One and OCBC 360 slashed their rates, each dropping to 3.30% p.a. when you credit your salary and spend on your card. Just a month later, on 1 Jun 2025, Standard Chartered turned ...
Hong Kong Asks Insurers to Return Investing Roles From Singapore
Life insurers have become the latest target in Hong Kong’s efforts to compete with Singapore in retaining talent and capital.
DBS Foundation contributes $1.5 mil for digital inclusivity, AI literacy under renewed partnership with IMDA
DBS Foundation and IMDA aim to collectively reach out to 250,000 individuals — including senior citizens, youth, and individuals with special needs — over three years.
Singapore reviews economic strategy, 5 committees to publish recommendations by mid-2026
Singapore is reviewing its economic strategy, amid upheaval in global trade driven by US tariffs. Five committees have been set up to focus on key areas like attracting global investments, preparing ...
Spotting red flags, taking swift action: Inside DBS’ fight against scams
DBS relies on trained staff and a rapid response system to stop sophisticated scams and safeguard customers from financial devastation.
Citibank to close last branch in Singapore in October amid shift to …
Citibank Singapore chief executive officer Brendan Carney had told The Straits Times previously that the lender planned to close its remaining branches where customers carry out simple ...
AI investments in Singapore over the last 12 months
These AI hubs will develop AI solutions and support AI talent in the region. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
John Hinshaw Joins Digile as Strategic Advisor & Mentor to Accelerate AI-Led Growth and Global Expansion
Digile, a leading digital transformation and AI solutions company headquartered in Singapore, announced the appointment of John M. Hinshaw as a Strategic Advisor. A seasoned global executive with over ...
Singapore to tap advanced manufacturing and AI under strategic review
These were the focus areas named, as US tariffs have increased the uncertainty faced by businesses. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore fund GIC buys 25% stake in Spain broadband venture
Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC will acquire a 25% stake in a Spanish fibre optic broadband venture between MasOrange and Vodafone Spain, the three companies said on Monday, helping GIC to boost ...
US tariffs prompt Singapore to launch review of economic strategy, competitiveness, AI
The city state launched a broad economic review to tackle competitiveness, and AI, as authorities warn of a looming slowdown from US tariffs.
UOB to Train All Branch Staff in Singapore to Identify Financial Abuse by End-2025
UOB Singapore plans to train staff across all its branches to identify and support potential victims of familial financial abuse by end-2025.