SINGAPORE -- Singapore's financial regulator on Friday signaled that the days of cryptocurrency companies targeting exclusively foreign clients from the city-state were coming to an end, as ...
Singapore’s Temasek appoints former deputy PM Teo as next chairman
SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Singapore's state investment company Temasek Holdings said Friday that former Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean will become its next chairman on Oct. 9, succeeding Lim Boon ...
$8.5b in GST collected by S’pore Customs in 2024; rise in tobacco and liquor offences
Singapore Customs collected $8.5 billion in goods and services tax (GST) in 2024, an increase of more than $1 billion from the year before.
Cordlife collection rates have not recovered to pre-incident levels, but resumption of Singapore operations are ‘encouraging’
SINGAPORE] Cordlife said that the full resumption of its Singapore operations is an “encouraging step” in restoring client confidence and regaining operational momentum, even though collection rates ...
Singapore production of vegetables and seafood fell in 2024
SINGAPORE: The local production of vegetables and seafood continued to fall in 2024, while egg yields grew, according to a report released by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Thursday (Jun 5).
US tariffs, export controls not directed at Singapore, says Rubio in meeting with Vivian
Singapore's Foreign Minister is on a working visit to Washington. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Traveler caught with undeclared Popmart toys, including Labubu doll costing $110, in checkpoint blitz
SINGAPORE: A traveler attempting to bring in undeclared luxury goods and collectible toys, including a $109.90 Labubu Popmart doll, was among several individuals nabbed during a week-long multi-agency ...
Singapore can leverage on its trust premium
Concerns are mounting that hiring in Singapore – especially of fresh graduates – may slow as investors and companies delay investment decisions amid ongoing uncertainty over US President Donald ...
Singapore Court Blocks WazirX Restructuring Plan After $230 Million Crypto Hack
WazirX restructuring plan rejected by Singapore court, delaying fund recovery for users after 2024 crypto platform hack.
Shein shifts Australian marketplace to Singapore, raising tax question
The Chinese online fast fashion giant, which has expanded rapidly with low prices and a large range of merchandise, moved transactions to an overseas entity.
WazirX exits Singapore, rebrands as Zensui, as court rejects restructuring plan after $235-million hack
Amid the Singapore High Court's rejection of its restructuring plan, WazirX is rebranding as Zensui and relocating operations to Panama. While the court's decision does not affect user-owned assets, ...
Singapore Gets Tough on Offshore Crypto Operators as Time Runs Out
MAS has finalised the Singapore DTSP licensing rules. Here’s what crypto firms must comply with by 30 June 2025 to stay operational.
More than $8.5b GST collected by Singapore Customs in 2024; increase in tobacco and liquor offences
GST rates increased from 7 per cent to 8 per cent in 2023, and to 9 per cent in 2024. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore retail sales rise in April by 0.3%
The total retail sales value in April was $3.9 billion. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singaporean Businessman Nabbed at Thai Airport in Tax Case
Police and Immigration officers jointly arrested a 71-year-old Singaporean businessman, Mr. Liu, at Suvarnabhumi Airport on June 4 as he was preparing to return to Singapore, ...
Flying 13 hours in Singapore Airlines BUSINESS CLASS! What a dream! #shorts
Join us as we embark on a 13-hour journey in Singapore Airlines Business Class, where luxury and comfort redefine air travel. Discover the exquisite amenities, gourmet dining, and exceptional service ...