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Why time in the market is better than timing the market

With the current market volatility and general mood of uncertainty with the economy and society, many Singaporeans may be wondering if it’s a good time to invest. While navigating the markets can be complex for many, especially investors in Singapore who are newer to the markets or those who feel less confident to do self-directed investing, there is no good excuse not to invest as over time, they will be able to reap the rewards.

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Why time in the market is better than timing the market

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Hong Kong's Possible Loss of Special Status Reiterates Singapore's Stability

Hong Kong has taken a series of unfavourable hits in the last year, their unfortunate magnitude clear to see for the watching eyes of the world. The latest of which is United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo publicly stating that the country no longer considers Hong Kong to be adequately independent from China.

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Charting the Future of Drone Delivery

Online retail giant Amazon recently proved that delivery by drone, known formally as an unmanned aircraft system (UAS), is not only possible, but represents the future of last-mile delivery. Introduced in 2016, Amazon’s PrimeAir service will eventually be capable of delivering packages from Amazon’s warehouses to customers in 30 minutes or less using small, unmanned aircraft.

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Human Resources: COVID-19 Workforce

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Financial education vital for SMEs to stay afloat amid and beyond the Covid-19 outbreak

Government support is helpful, but firms should know all financing options available to them.

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Singapore's Fintech market in 2020: coronavirus and new business realities

Businesses around the world have taken a major hit in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and Singapore is not an exception. Fortunately though, as many news outlets all over the world have pointed out, the city-state was able to quickly curb the spread of the virus, and is somewhat better off in fighting it compared to other countries.

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COVID-19 and the challenge of off-site connectivity: The view from Singapore

When the full magnitude of the Covid-19 pandemic took hold, trading firms across the Asia-Pacific had to deploy their pre-existing business continuity plans (BCPs) - It has been an eye-opening experience. Firms have discovered that BCPs are much more than a box-ticking exercise. The planning that goes into one can determine the success–or even the survival–of a firm.

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Navigating business through chaotic times in Singapore: five ways to evolve in a post-pandemic world

Singapore, like the rest of the world, has their hands full in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. We have seen a torrent of change, and adjustments to our way of life happen in quick succession. From the announcement of “Circuit Breaker” measures on the 3rd of April which led to closure and suspensions of businesses, to the announcement of its extension along with greater business restrictions.

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How the Coronavirus Crisis is Changing Our Approach to Work and Leadership in Singapore

Even before the coronavirus crisis struck, the way businesses are run had begun to change. A growing focus on sustainability, diversity and inclusion was already bringing about a new era of conscious leadership. Now, with flexible, remote-working arrangements becoming a necessity whilst social distancing measures are in place, the structure of work is being changed forever. Senior executives’ leadership style must evolve along with it.

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Singapore's secret to good data management

As the commercial rollout of 5G begins in earnest this year, connectivity will undoubtedly increase, with more than 80% of residents owning a smartphone, and internet users spending more than three hours per day on mobile devices. The volume of data produced will also continue to escalate. These devices continually generate masses of transactional, demographic and behavioural data, which – if gathered and used correctly – can be harnessed by businesses to generate insight, get to know consumers, and deliver an enhanced customer experience.

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Shoring up brand reputation against COVID-19 turbulence

Brand safety in digital advertising tends to be driven by big businesses, with 80% of agencies reporting that global brands prioritise brand safety more than their regional or local counterparts, according to IAB SEA+India research.

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The makings of a hyper-connected Singapore

As 5G moves from concept to commercial reality for Singapore in 2020, a new world of possibilities will open up. Thanks to this next generation of mobile connectivity, artificial intelligence (AI) will soon be able to permeate more broadly than ever before and bring visions of truly smart critical infrastructure, connected cars and more to life.

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Singapore must look for new win-win partnerships to ensure its food security

New global links are needed in the food supply chain of the future.

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UBI could seal the widening financial cracks in Singapore but there are significant downsides

UBI (Universal Basic Income) in Singapore has its advantages and viabilities. In this post, we will look at the challenges in implementing UBI, and our conclusion - is UBI viable, or is it just a pipe dream?

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The Case for UBI in Singapore (the perspective from a Southeast Asian voice)

Universal Basic Income (UBI) or a "universal wage". This programme is essentially an unconditional payment made to all citizens (or residents) of a state or region or perhaps even a single city. Would this be a good time to implement a policy such as this? The intent behind a UBI programme would be to guarantee basic dignities with a sum above a territory’s poverty line. In this article, I’ll share why UBI is viable in Singapore, and how it provides many benefits that go beyond the monetary value.

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Opening the door to better digital banking experiences for Singapore's customers

The five new virtual banking licenses that the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) intends to award this year promise to contribute significant enhancements to customers’ experiences with the country’s financial institutions. The companies that secure the licenses will likely introduce new services to spur fintech innovation from traditional banks and help small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) reach previously unbanked consumers across Southeast Asia.

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