For every two people who resign, only one post gets replaced. Banks in Singapore are hiring less—or not at all—as corporate spending hits a brake to stay liquid, according to a recruitment expert.
Man who cheated cousin of $57k in massage chair investment scam gets 14 months’ jail
Mohammad Shahrizan Johari lied to his cousin that he would earn profits with payouts every 40 days. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Top Money Market Funds in Singapore [June 2025]: Earn More While Staying Liquid
In today’s climate of fluctuating interest rates coupled with economic uncertainties, Money Market Funds (MMFs) have gained popularity among Singaporean investors as a flexible, low-risk investment ...
Singapore secures major AI investments
Singapore has established itself as a leader in developments related to artificial intelligence. By using government funds, forging important partnerships, and investing heavily in talent, Singapore ...
IPO-bound Groww sees 3x jump in profit in FY25
Alongside the jump in profit, sources confirmed that the startup closed its $200 million Series F funding round. The investment was led by the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC), the ...
UK financial regulators should copy Singapore model, say peers
The peers’ conclusion that the UK has “valuable lessons to learn from Singapore’s approach” to financial regulation underscores widespread frustration in the City of London over how the two ...
Jack Ma’s Ant International planning Hong Kong and Singapore stablecoins, pending licenses
According to individuals familiar with the matter, Ant International, the overseas arm of Jack Ma-backed Ant Group Co., will soon apply for regulated stablecoin licenses in Singapore and Hong Kong.
Pine Labs to File IPO Papers with Sebi by June-End, Eyes INR 6,000 Crore Raise
According to people familiar with the matter, the company has mandated Axis Capital, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Citi, and Jefferies as lead bankers for the issue ...
Singapore’s Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges to Weigh Exit
A final warning from Singapore’s regulator has prompted major crypto exchanges operating in the country without a permit to plan for a hasty exit.
Singapore needs to embrace Bitcoin to maintain status as financial hub: Jeremy Tan
SINGAPORE] Singapore needs to welcome Bitcoin-related businesses to maintain its status as a global financial hub, said retired businessman Jeremy Tan at an event on Wednesday (Jun 11). Read more at ...
Ant unit to seek stablecoin permits in Hong Kong, Singapore
Singapore-based Ant International will apply for the stablecoin issuer’s license in Hong Kong as soon as the city’s Stablecoins Ordinance goes into effect in August.
Ant Group Eyes Stablecoin Licenses in HongKong and Singapore Following Its L2 Launch
Alibaba spin-off Ant Group is applying for HKMA and MAS stablecoin licenses in Hongkong and Singapore respectively.
Danone announces further investment in Singapore Digital Lab to accelerate digital health innovation
Danone is stepping up its digital innovation efforts with a new investment phase at its Digital Lab (D-Lab) in Singapore, aiming to deepen its commitment to digital health and expanding its global ...
Ant unit to seek stablecoin permits in Hong Kong, Singapore: sources
HONG KONG] Jack Ma-backed Ant Group’s international unit is planning to apply for stablecoin licences in Singapore and Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the matter. Read more at The ...
APAC financial sector top target for volumetric DDoS attacks in 2024, report finds
Notably, the financial sector is being hit harder than other sectors. DDoS attacks on financial firms spiked in October 2024, and the sector has remained the leading target for volumetric DDoS attacks ...
Stocks to watch: CapitaLand Investment, TalkMed, Aspen
SINGAPORE] The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Thursday (Jun 12). Read more at The Business Times.