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Info-Tech eyes regional growth after SGX listing

It kept 91% of its customers in the past fiscal year—above the industry average.

Singapore developers seen holding back on land bids

Some may form joint ventures for big projects to cut risk.

Automation stalls hiring at top banks

Lenders are also upskilling to keep up with tech.

Stamp duty rule change may deter some property investors

The four-year holding period and higher tax rates are meant to curb speculation.

Singapore’s Pyxis eyes Asia for solar-powered boat expansion

The startup's solar-electric vessels aim to decarbonise inland waterways.

Top auction houses draw Southeast Asia’s elite art buyers

Moneyed Millennials and Gen Zers are spending more on art pieces.

DCS Card Centre embraces Web3 as superapps reshape payments

A stablecoin conversion card offers a bridge between crypto and cash.

Second-generation Singapore artists attract interest

Younger collectors with tighter budgets are drawn to their art.

No mega-deals as Singapore M&A market slumps

Deal value fell 7% year on year, whilst volume dropped 27%.

CapitaLand Investment to list first REIT in China

Abundant liquidity and a large pool of retail investors will drive the demand.

Citi Singapore nearly triples wealth transactions after digital revamp

Four of five clients use the bank’s mobile app regularly. 

Travel reward platform HeyMax eyes Japan, Hong Kong

The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing travel market, with annual growth of 10%.

ByteGenie links hotels with travelers using AI

Hotels can save 85% of their time while looking for occupants.

Seedflex facilitates loans based on sales

Higher revenue means faster repayment terms.

CBRE opens ‘bigger, better, bolder’ office at Marina Bay

The ‘Emerald of the City’ is 75% larger and features a smart design.

SAL to teach lawyers how to stay ahead of AI curve

Jurists must develop critical thinking when using high-tech tools.