The funding round was led by Valar Ventures along with participation from US-based early-stage investment firm Presight Capital and existing investor Unbound ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore is committed to containing coronavirus pandemic even as daily cases fall, politician says
Early in the year, Singapore was a poster child for its efficient handling of the spread of the virus. But that success was threatened after an outbreak among foreign migrant workers residing in ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore reshapes its supply chains to stay resilient against shocks like the coronavirus
From food security to supply chain disruptions, the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted stress points in Singapore's trade-dependent economy. Against this backdrop, the island-nation's ability to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore hopes artificial intelligence will help boost its tourism industry
Local start-ups like Vouch and Travelstop are betting on their AI-powered systems to help the country navigate new security standards, as Singapore prepares to reopen its borders again after months of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Wilmar Unit to Raise $2 Billion in China IPO
The issue price for the proposed listing was set at 25.70 yuan per YKA share, Wilmar said in a statement. Strategic investors, comprising state-owned funds, sovereign wealth funds and insurance ... ( read original story ...)
Award-winning Singapore Architecture Firm DP Architects on design and urban planning in a post-pandemic world
Singapore has reopened, but the CEO of the largest architecture firm in Singapore said, "the construction industry is still trying to find its feet." ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to Trial Business Traveller Pass as Virus Curbs Ease
The number of passes will be limited initially, and travellers must stick to their declared itinerary, the government said. Upon return, pass holders must self-isolate while awaiting results of a swab ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Eases Office Restraints for Workers as Virus Ebbs
Singapore will allow more people who are presently working from home to return to office as the number of community cases has remained low. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s deflation extends to seventh month in core gauge
Core inflation - the central bank's favoured price measure - was expected to fall 0.4% based on eight economists' forecasts. Singapore's headline consumer price index was down 0.4% from a year earlier ... ( read original story ...)
Why the case of a maid who battled a millionaire has gripped Singapore
They reported her to the police - triggering what would become a high-profile court case that would grip the country with its accusations of pilfered luxury handbags, a DVD player, and even claims of ... ( read original story ...)
The maid who took on a Singapore millionaire
He was her employer, a titan of Singapore's business establishment and the chairman of some of the country's biggest companies. One day, his family accused her of stealing from them. They reported her ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore has big driverless ambitions and the pandemic is unlikely to stop them
One of Singapore's goals is to ease the pressures of a growing and aging population on roads by using autonomous vehicles to boost public transport. ( read original story ...)
MAS ‘closely studying’ reports on ‘FinCEN’ leak that mentioned Singapore banks in suspicious transactions
SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said on Monday (Sep 21) it is “closely studying” media reports mentioning Singapore banks in ... ( read original story ...)
Common misconceptions about making a living in Singapore debunked
We seeked out the help of some Filipino expatriates in Singapore--who have made the city state their second home--to debunk some misconceptions about making a living there. ( read original story ...)
Consolidation is the major focus after merger with Aviva Singapore: Singlife CEO
Singlife's merge with Aviva Singapore forms the largest life insurance provider in the country, says CEO Walter De Oude. While further regional expansion is not off the agenda, in his eyes, ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s economy is on track for a ‘modest recovery,’ says OCBC economist
Singapore's economic contraction will be less severe in the third quarter as more activities resume following a partial lockdown, says Selena Ling, head of treasury research and strategy at OCBC Bank. ( read original story ...)