Local bank DBS announced on Thursday (May 14) that it will hire more than 2,000 people in Singapore this year as it commits to protecting jobs ... ( read original story ...)
DBS commits to hiring more than 2,000 people in 2020
DBS has committed to hiring around 2,000 people here this year despite the economic downturn caused by the pandemic.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore enforces social distancing — with a robot dog
Let’s keep Singapore healthy,” comes a woman’s voice, polite but firm. “For your own safety, and for those around you, please stand at least one meter apart. Thank you.” Spot, clearly, is no ordinary ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore reports 752 new COVID-19 cases taking tally over 26,000
Singapore's health ministry reported 752 new coronavirus infections on Thursday, taking city-state's total to 26,098. (Reporting by John Geddie; Editing by A ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s Why Singapore Post (SGX:S08) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
It's only natural to consider a company's balance sheet when you examine how risky it is, since debt is often involved when a business collapses. Importantly, Singapore Post Limited (SGX:S08) does ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore-based data protection startup Dathena raises $12 million Series A
Dathena, a Singapore-based company that provides AI-based data protection and privacy solutions, announced it has raised a $12 million Series A. Part of the funding will be used to expand Dathena’s co ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong, Singapore lead biggest pullback in Asia-Pacific commercial real-estate deals since 2008 financial crisis
A slump in investment in Hong Kong and Singapore commercial property has contributed to the biggest pullback in a decade across Asia-Pacific. It may take another quarter before a hopeful rebound, JLL ... ( read original story ...)
Lendlease names Singapore industry veteran to head Asia investment management business
Property and infrastructure group Lendlease on Thursday (May 14) announced the appointment of Gan Chong Min as its Singapore-based managing director for investment management, Asia.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Do 5G-ready smartphones matter in 2020?
There's been a consistent wave of 5G-ready smartphones arriving on the shores of Singapore. We have Samsung, which brought the 5G-capable Galaxy S20 Ultra despite it not being the first 5G-capable ... ( read original story ...)
Reuters expands program to combat misinformation with Facebook partnership in Singapore
Reuters, the world’s largest multimedia news provider, today launched a media verification program in Asia through a new expanded partnership with Facebook’s Third-Party Fact-Checking Program in ... ( read original story ...)
Razer is deploying free mask vending machines in Singapore
Razer is most well-known for its rainbow-hued gaming accessories, but the coronavirus pandemic has recently turned its attention to less fun, but more vital accoutrements. The company announced on ... ( read original story ...)
Citi, HSBC opening Asia offices show way for the rest of world
Thousands of bankers have returned to their offices across some of Asia’s biggest financial hubs, stepping gingerly into a new normal of face masks, desk shields and closed canteens. ( read original story ...)
UK fintech firm Revolut hires new Singapore executives as it ramps up regional growth
SINGAPORE (THE BUSINESS TIMES) - UK-based payments fintech Revolut on Tuesday (May 12) announced that it has appointed James Shanahan - previously the chief operating officer (COO) of insurtech ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore stock watch: DBS, SIA, Genting, Olam, Golden Agri, Perennial, SPH
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their shares on Thursday (May 14):. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Local Banks: Where Do They Go from Here?
We take a closer look at how the local banks have fared during this pandemic thus far.The post Singapore’s Local Banks: Where Do They Go from Here? appeared first on The Smart Investor. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Blockchain Week 2020 to Assess the New Technology Reality
Singapore will host the premier blockchain virtual event from July 21-23, organised and supported by the city’s leading government agencies. ( read original story ...)