Passengers were waiting to board. Then the pilot was arrested in a triple homicide case. Trump urges judge not to fast-track his lawsuit over House subpoena (Bloomberg) -- Singapore’s aging public ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore criminalizes fake news in controversial move
Singapore has passed a law criminalizing publication of fake news and allowing the government to block and order the removal of such content. The Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore fake news law: Facebook, Twitter and Google push back
A controversial law designed to stem the flow of misinformation online in Singapore could damage the city state's reputation for innovation. Google, Facebook, and Twitter voiced their reservations on ... ( read original story ...)
Google says Singapore’s fake news law could hamper innovation
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Google said on Thursday an anti-fake news law passed by Singapore's parliament could stunt innovation, a quality that the city-state wants to nurture under plans to expand its ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore fake news law a ‘disaster’ for freedom of speech, says rights group
Singapore’s anti-fake news law will have a ‘chilling effect’ on press freedom, says Human Rights Watch. Photograph: Anthony Wallace/AFP/Getty Images Singapore’s parliament has passed legislation ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore passes fake news law amid freedom-of-speech fears
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore’s parliament on Wednesday passed an anti-fake news bill that has been criticized by rights groups, journalists and tech firms over fears it could be used to clamp down ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Passes `Fake News’ Bill Amid Concerns for Free Speech
Analysis: The contempt vote and what it means for Barr (Bloomberg) -- Singapore’s lawmakers passed a bill to combat "fake news" after two days of debate about who gets to define what’s true and false. ... ( read original story ...)
In Shrinking Singapore, an Award-Winning Stock Analyst Sees Gems
(Bloomberg) -- Singapore’s market may be shrinking, but one award-winning stock analyst says there are still plenty of hidden jewels. Jarick Seet, ranked Singapore’s top researcher of small-cap shares ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 2-Singapore passes fake news law amid freedom-of-speech fears
SINGAPORE, May 8 (Reuters) - Singapore's parliament on Wednesday passed an anti-fake news bill that has been criticised by rights groups, journalists and tech firms over fears it could be used to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore is exploring virtual banking licenses
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is evaluating whether it should allow fintech companies to operate in the city under a virtual banking license, according to the Business Times. It should be ... ( read original story ...)
Who Gets to Define Fake News? In Singapore, a Debated Question
Singapore’s ruling party defended its planned bill to combat "fake news" amid continued debate about who gets to define what’s true and false. Under a new bill backed by the government, it will be ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Spreads the Wealth
(Bloomberg Opinion) -- Singaporeans may be in line for some good news. The central bank’s decision to transfer S$45 billion ($33 billion) to the island’s sovereign wealth fund could push back an ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Singapore’s central bank to increase monetary policy transparency
SINGAPORE, May 8 (Reuters) - Singapore’s central bank said on Wednesday it will disclose more information on the actions it takes to implement monetary policy, including releasing data on foreign ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Opposition Joins Backlash Against Proposed Fake News Law
SINGAPORE — Singapore's lone opposition party in parliament has said it will oppose a controversial fake news bill that has been criticized by rights groups, journalists and tech firms as a debate ... ( read original story ...)
‘Cyber flashers’ in Singapore could now get two years in prison
(CNN)Singapore has criminalized the sending of unsolicited intimate images, or "cyber flashing," as part of a major crackdown on sexual harassment online. The city state's parliament approved reforms ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Takes Step Toward Introducing 5G Network Next Year
Singapore’s mobile phone carriers are being asked to take a step toward introducing fifth-generation wireless services as early as next year as the government plans to allocate spectrum for at least ... ( read original story ...)