SINGAPORE has introduced a Bill to set out requirements for the real estate industry to act on suspected money laundering activities. Read more at The Business Times.
S Pass qualifying salary to increase: S$3,300 from September 1, S$3,800 for those in financial services
Singapore’s minimum qualifying salary for S Pass applicants will be S$3,300, up from the previous S$3,150, marking the third ...
Top 6 Fintech Events in Singapore in 2025
Explore the top fintech events in Singapore 2025, from SFF to blockchain summits to stay ahead with key conferences.
Matrixport Subsidiary Fly Wing Obtains Major Payment Institution License from MAS in Singapore
Fly Wing Technologies Pte Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Matrixport, granted the Major Payment Institution (MPI) License by MAS.
Singapore semicon companies, including startups, can tap new S$500 million national fab facility by 2027
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 ranks fourth in global cross-border investment in 2024
The total investments reached $6.7b. In 2024, Singapore was the fourth most in-demand destination for cross-border investment with total investments reaching $6.7b (U$5b), Knight Frank reported.
Singapore to invest S$1 billion in Changi air hub, beyond S$5 billion fund top-up in Budget 2025
The additional S$1 billion will be committed over the next five years to support the development of Changi air hub. Read more at The Business Times.
SGX sees leadership changes in FX and technology amid push to revive stock market
SINGAPORE - Singapore Exchange (SGX) has revamped its foreign exchange (FX) and technology management teams following some high-level resignations. Mr Lee Beng Hong, its head of wholesale markets and ...
Top 10 ETFs in Singapore—The Total Beginner’s Guide to Investing in ETFs (2025)
If you’re here because your New Year’s resolution is to finally start investing, you’ve come to the right place. Investing in Exchange Traded Funds, also known as ETFs is one of the best ways for ...
Singapore officials warn against crypto
The Singapore Minister of State for Home Affairs, Sun Xueling, has urged the population not to invest in cryptocurrencies as the number of associated scams has increased. Speaking in parliament on the ...
Singapore tech group Sea’s finance arm emerges as key profit driver
The fintech business, SeaMoney, which offers digital payments, credit and banking services, posted an operating profit of $657 million last year, up 34% from 2023, contributing to a threefold increase ...
Malaysia probes alleged Nvidia chips moved from Singapore, vows ‘necessary action’ against local firms involved
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz made the pledge as he gave updates on investigations into an alleged fraud case involving servers exported from Singapore that may have ...
Singapore Considers Caning for Financial Scammers
Singapore is considering caning financial scammers to deter scams, which saw a 70% increase in losses last year. The government is also tackling malicious websites.
Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 3: Keith Chua on IPOS’ support for SMEs and Singapore as an arbitration hub
Many small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may not be aware of the opportunity to unlock the value of their intangible assets and intellectual property rights. Successful businesses should ensure ...
Nvidia’s stock sinks, wiping out six months of gains as the AI trade unravels
AI stocks in general are taking a beating Monday, but some Nvidia-specific issues are also worrying investors.
Penny stock crash appeal hearing off to bumpy start for accused
The appeal hearing of convicted market manipulators Soh Chee Wen and Quah Su-ling got off to a bumpy start for the defence, with the apex court rejecting several arguments put forward to quash the ...