Lenders can learn from disruptive tech whilst aiding its champions comply with regulations. Traditional banks should work with fintech startups to drive innovation, according to HSBC, as the sector ...
Vietnam seeks Singapore’s help as more firms here found linked to convicted tycoon Truong My Lan
HO CHI MINH CITY] Vietnam’s largest fraud case, involving property tycoon Truong My Lan, allegations of laundering trillions of dong and the illegal transfer of billions in US dollars across borders ...
The Protocol: How Winklevii Taught Dad BTC, Wild Flight to Singapore
The tale of a wild chartered plane ride – Dancing! Chanting! Mingling! – of crypto execs and influencers on their way to Token2049 in Singapore from Doha. Vitalik's silent treatment. Ethereum's ...
Singapore outperforms APAC peers in logistics rental growth in H1 2024
However, this growth has occurred at a more moderate pace compared with previous periods. The region recorded an average year-on-year rental growth of 2.4% in H1 2024, marking a significant slowdown from the 6.
Singapore mandates face authentication for ‘higher risk’ bank transactions
The move comes amid growing phishing attacks targeting the financial services sector; most impacted by brand impersonation scams.
Singapore Exchange’s Share Price Hits a 5-Year High: What’s Next for the Bourse Operator?
The stock exchange operator saw its share price hit a multi-year high recently. Can it continue to rally? The post Singapore Exchange’s Share Price Hits a 5-Year High: What’s Next for the Bourse ...
FIA Makes Last Minute Changes To Singapore GP
For the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix this weekend, the FIA has made last-minute changes to the Marina Bay street circuit, with the biggest one being the additi
59th National Day of Singapore
The Singapore Embassy in Manila held a reception to celebrate Singapore’s 59th National Day last Sept. 3 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in BGC.
To prevent phishing scams, Singapore rolls out facial verification for online banking
Major retail banks in Singapore are rolling out Singpass Face Verification (SFV) in high-risk scenarios to complement existing authentication methods during the setup of digital tokens ...
UOB Venture Management backs Velo Labs with second strategic investment
Singapore, September 18, 2024 – Velo Labs has secured a second strategic investment from UOB Venture Management (UOBVM), the private equity and venture capital subsidiary of United Overseas Bank (UOB) ...
Single family offices in Singapore balloon to 1,650 amid thriving wealth management sector
MAS will continue to focus on providing a conducive environment for legitimate wealth and family offices. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore draws 250 single family offices in first eight months, 2024 figure may top 2023
Singapore attracted 250 new single family offices in the eight months to August and the number will probably exceed last year’s 300 by the end of 2024. The figures and forecast were provided by Chee ...
Singapore’s semicon sector should embrace AI, sustainability; prepare for quantum future
SINGAPORE’S semiconductor industry is being shaped by two major trends: the rise of artificial intelligence and the nation’s push for sustainability, said Senior Minister of State in the Prime ...
Defiant Verstappen faces another big battle in Singapore
A defiant Max Verstappen returns to Singapore with Red Bull behind in the standings for the first time in 55 races and braced for another tough battle at the scene of their worst weekend last season.
Storm in Singapore sends two people to hospital after being hit by glass and metal debris
A glass canopy outside United Overseas Bank (UOB) Plaza 2 was also shattered. This resulted in four passing vehicles reportedly pelted by debris, and pictures from the storm’s aftermath showed bits of ...
DBS launches new award that supports businesses tackling ageing issues with S$1m in funding
The new award will hand out S$1 million each to three businesses that have the most innovative solutions for issues associated with ageing populations.