THE growth of Singapore’s economy will accelerate and be led by external trade, despite weakening consumers’ purchasing power in 2024, said the Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) on Friday (Dec 15).
Singapore tech firm HeLa Labs tries to tackle key blockchain issues in new project
HeLa Labs, founded in February 2023 by developers Ting Shang Ping and Choo Kerching, is now focusing on the core components of the network’s ecosystem and will roll out the project in phases as soon ...
Singapore watchdog bans aircon ad claiming it can ‘save the Earth’ after greenwash complaint, in first ruling of its kind in Asia
The Advertising Standards of Singapore, a consumer ad watchdog, has ruled to ban an aircon advertisement claiming it can 'save Earth' after greenwash complaint, a first ruling of its kind in Asia.
Singapore’s new AI strategy to provide much-needed framework for Asia’s fight against cyber scams
The National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2.0 will triple the pool of AI expert pool, and serve as a model for other countries, experts say Having a deep pool of AI expertise in such a framework ...
Bondee CEO addresses China links as Singapore-based social app relaunches with augmented reality
In an exclusive interview with CNA, Bondee CEO Fei Yu responds to criticism over the company's links to China and rumours of the death of the social networking app.
Singapore watchdog bans aircon ad claiming it can ‘save Earth’ after greenwash complaint, in first ruling of its kind in Asia
The Advertising Standards of Singapore, a consumer ad watchdog, has ruled to ban an aircon advertisement claiming it can 'save Earth' after greenwash complaint, a first ruling of its kind in Asia.
‘Singapore Street’ to be included in Oman’s smart city, says visiting Sultan
SINGAPORE – Sultan Haitham City, pegged as a smart city in Muscat, Oman, will have a slice of Singapore when the whole project is scheduled for completion around 2045. The suburban metropolis, which ...
Three years’ jail for IT director in Singapore who took upskirt photos of more than 50 female colleagues, strangers over 18 years
Over an 18-year span, a director with an information technology firm took dozens of upskirt and down-blouse photos and videos of both colleagues ...
Singapore’s ProfilePrint completes Series B fundraising, strengthening its position as the neutral A.I. Ingredient Quality Platform
ProfilePrint Pte. Ltd., a Singapore-based technology company effecting significant changes in the agrifood industry, has announced the successful conclusion of its Series B funding round. The round ...
Singapore charities eye digital asset donations
Crypto.com, a digital asset service provider based in Singapore, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with six major charities in the city-state to help facilitate the acceptance of ...
Why Is The Singapore Dollar (SGD) Constantly Appreciating Against The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)?
The Singapore Dollar (SGD) has been strengthening against the Malaysian Ringgit over the last few decades. We explain some of the economic reasons for this.
Singapore’s healthcare sector at the forefront of digital tech adoption: Philips
Healthcare leaders are using or planning to use digital health tech to reduce the impact of workforce shortage.
Singtel Pioneers 5G RedCap Technology Trial for IoT Devices in Singapore
Part of Singtel’s continued efforts to enhance its 5G capabilities to support the development of new innovative use cases for consumers and enterprises, the month-long trial took place across five ...
Scientists in Singapore discover unexpected new use for chicken feathers: ‘Our latest development closes a cycle’
The team has reportedly filed a patent and is looking for further funding as it tests its stability and durability.
Why some believe El Salvador will become ‘next Singapore’ amid sharp reforms
President Bukele says that the country is now making a profit on Bitcoin investment amid economic and social reforms in the country.
Ready for Robobus? — Singapore to experience China’s WeRide autonomous buses
SINGAPORE: China’s WeRide announced earlier this week that it has obtained licenses for testing its Robobus on Singapore’s public roads, including in areas such as One North and the National ...