Life insurers have become the latest target in Hong Kong’s efforts to compete with Singapore in retaining talent and capital.
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 ...
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.
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.
Singapore fund GIC acquires 25% stake in Spain’s broadband venture
Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC will acquire a 25% stake in a fibre optic broadband venture between MasOrange, partly owned by France's Orange, and Vodafone Spain, which is owned by Britain's ...
Singapore poised to harness agentic AI: Salesforce’s index
The republic ranked second globally in overall AI readiness, exemplifying how aligned strategy, public-private collaboration, and digital investment create fertile ground for agentic AI.
Singapore fund GIC takes 25% stake in Spain’s broadband venture
Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC will take a 25% stake in a fibre optic broadband venture between MasOrange, partly owned by France's Orange, and Vodafone Spain, which is owned by Britain's ...
Singapore’s GIC to take 25% stake in Spanish broadband venture: Report
Singapore's GIC is set to invest 1.4 billion euros for a 25% stake in a new fibre optic broadband venture with MasOrange and Vodafone Spain, marking a significant move in the Spanish ...
Singapore-based RGE to invest ₹4,953 crore in manmade fibre plant in Thoothukudi, boosting T.N.’s southern industrial growth
Tamil Nadu secures big investment from RGE for manmade fibre plant in Thoothukudi, boosting economic development in the region.
‘I felt something was wrong’: How a DBS bank teller’s instinct saved customer from $70K scam
When the wife insisted that she did not have a policy with that insurance company, the caller claimed her bank account was linked to criminal activity. Soon, accomplices posing as police and other ...
Smart Reads of the Week: Dividend Stocks, REITs, IPOs and US Growth Opportunities
This week’s Smart Reads covers Singapore dividend stocks, REITs to watch in August, and the latest on the local IPO scene. We also highlight US growth opportunities in AI and consumer sectors, plus a ...
How Singapore’s economic architect Goh Keng Swee shaped its state-linked giants
As Singapore's first finance minister, colleagues say he built state firms with the rigour of a businessman and vision of a nation-builder The First Fools: B-Sides of Lee Kuan Yew's A-Team is a new ...
Singaporeans’ investment in gold jumps 37%
Singapore's investment in gold bar and coins jumped 37% year-on-year to 2.2 tonnes in the second quarter. The figure was lower than the historic high of 2.5 tonnes recorded in the first quarter, ...
Singapore, Cambodia solidify joint efforts in energy, climate finance …
[SINGAPORE] South-east Asian neighbours Singapore and Cambodia intend to continue advancing shared interests in renewable energy trade, high-quality carbon markets, agri-trade and in bolstering Asean ...