Overview The Singapore-based firm StraitX partners with Thailand’s KBank to launch real-time QR payments using the XSGD stablecoin by mid-2026.Former NRL player ...
Hong Kong relaxes virtual asset rules to cement role as Asia’s crypto hub
In a bid to tap global liquidity, Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission announced it will now allow locally licensed VATPs to share their order books internationally via an overseas affiliate.
Singapore’s first ambassador to China, SBC visionary Cheng Tong Fatt dies aged 96
SINGAPORE: Dr Cheng Tong Fatt, a pioneer civil servant and diplomat who held key roles across Singapore's public service - including establishing Mediacorp's precursor, the Singapore Broadcasting ...
CNA938 Rewind – Stablecoins and uncertainty: Big threats to Singapore’s financial stability?
Singapore's central bank says low-income households with little savings, as well as higher-earners with private housing loans, should build up savings and borrow prudently, amid more global economic ...
Singapore cancels tax incentives for two family offices with links to Cambodia’s Prince Group
The discussion on this matter in parliament also saw Workers' Party MP Kenneth Tiong apologising after saying National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat had asked a "stupid question".
Singapore cuts tax breaks for two family offices linked to Prince Group
Singapore has revoked the tax incentives of two single family offices linked to the US-sanctioned Prince Group, a multinational network accused of being one of Asia’s largest crime syndicates. The ...
Coliwoo Holdings IPO 8.2 times subscribed; raises $101 mil
Coliwoo plans to use the proceeds primarily for expansion, growth and asset enhancement of its co-living business.
Singapore’s OCBC names Melvyn Low as chief strategy and transformation officer
Singapore's second-largest bank by assets, said on Wednesday it had appointed Melvyn Low as group chief strategy and transformation officer, effective November 10. Low, who has led OCBC's global ...
OCBC appoints banking veteran Melvyn Low as group chief strategy and transformation officer
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) has appointed banking veteran Melvyn Low as group chief strategy and transformation officer with effect from Nov 10.
Singapore’s integrated resort revival a model for Asia, but Korea lags far behind
Singapore is reaping the rewards of its bold bet on integrated resorts, transforming into a global hub for business, tourism and investment, while Korea remains stalled by regulatory gridlock despite ...
Singapore shares slide amid tech bubble jitters; STI down 0.1%
Singtel was the index’s biggest gainer, while Yangzijiang Shipbuilding fell the most Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s central bank joins chorus of tech stock warnings
The warning comes as policymakers and Wall Street execs have become increasingly vocal about their concerns over the frothy valuations of tech stocks caused by undue enthusiasm about AI’s prospects.
Multifonds Helps DBS to Drive Scalable Automation and Future Growth in the Region’s Asset Management Industry
Multifonds today announced that DBS, Southeast Asia's largest bank by assets, has gone live with Multifonds Fund Accounting Platform in Singapore, Hong Kong SAR and Indonesia. The solution was ...
Crypto hit by bitcoin whales dumping US$45b in bets
The original cryptocurrency fell as much as 7.4% to dip below the US$100,000 mark for the first time since June.
APEC gathering opens door for expansion of Korean food exports: minister
Last week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathering in South Korea served as an opportunity to further boost the country's exports of various agro-livestock products, such as beef and pork, ...
Newly launched iEdge Singapore Next 50 Index posts 18% return in H2 to date
Average daily turnover for these stocks hits S$165 million from Jun 30 to Nov 4 Read more at The Business Times.