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Qapita to digitise records for startups across SEA, India
Information Technology
27 Nov 20
It has secured $2.44m in its seed funding round in September.
Singapore's workforce hopes for global equality amidst pandemic
HR & Education
26 Nov 20
As work opportunities continue to wither, Singaporeans wish for a better future.
Pay cuts, salary stagnation await workers in post-pandemic workplace
HR & Education
13 Nov 20
Salary hikes will be few and far between as firms grapple with COVID-19’s sudden impact.
How insurtech Cover Genius delivers personalised insurance anywhere
Financial Services
6 Nov 20
It partners with insurers to distribute plans through e-commerce sites.
Pandemic drives Singapore banks to accelerate digital offerings
Financial Services
29 Oct 20
In the middle of a crisis, the sector had to be quick and creative.
What can Singaporean retailers do to beat the post-pandemic blues?
Retail
29 Oct 20
Analysts are bearish about the sector for the rest of 2020 due to weak tourism.
5G and government support boost renewable use for data centres
Commercial Property, Energy & Offshore
23 Oct 20
Data centre firms have tempered expectations for green energy sources, but opportunities still await.
Four employers under investigation for alleged abuse of Jobs Support Scheme
International
7 Oct 20
Almost 2,200 employers are under review.
Ascott launches mobile app for ASR members
Social media
6 Oct 20
Discover ASR acts as a one-stop 24/7 digital concierge.
Super Foods Peru to conquer the Asian market
Food & Beverage
9 Sep 20
The brand aims to promote its agricultural products through multiple projects, including a collaboration with Singaporean retailers....
How Spenmo helps businesses secure direct loans
Financial Services
2 Sep 20
The platform also allows merchants to effectively manage expenses.
SBR webinar tackles challenges in database management
Co-Written / Partner, Information Technology
16 Aug 20
An audience of senior IT professionals took part in the exclusive webinar, supported by Quest Software.
In exploring the ‘new normal', VCs “raise the bar” in their startup search
Economy, Markets & Investing
2 Aug 20
Student-led Protege Ventures shares their insights on how VCs will tread carefully.
Razer's digital bank proposition aims to dazzle the global youth
Financial Services
22 Jul 20
The consortium is going big with its dream of meeting the underserved youth’s financial needs globally.
Drones to address productivity issues in aircraft maintenance
Aviation, Transport & Logistics
21 Jul 20
ST Engineering’s DroScan authorized to carry out general visual inspections.
Why firms should embrace 'creative destruction' to kickstart transformation amidst a pandemic
HR & Education
16 Jul 20
Effective leaders don’t keep their WFH employees boxed in strict schedules, expert says.
Capgemini launches flagship programme in China for local SMEs
Information Technology
15 Jul 20
This is said to help them take advantage of emerging technologies and test out innovations.
Auditing holds accounting firms intact as consulting demand weakens
Professional Services/Legal
14 Jul 20
Auditing services remain their strongest suit, but the way they do it drastically changed.
What role can offline stores play in Singapore for 2020?
Retail
12 Jul 20
Retailers are still expected to continue developing their physical stores post-pandemic.
‘Hybrid' events arise as MICE industry adapts in a post-pandemic era
Hotels & Tourism
12 Jul 20
The sector’s recovery will likely be slow as the ‘new normal’ entices major changes.
Flexible, costlier staff arrangements needed as “new normal” kicks in
HR & Education
12 Jul 20
HR firms highlight the importance of employees’ mental well-being.
Novo Holdings brings life sciences investment platform to Singapore
Markets & Investing
8 Jul 20
Amit Kakar appointed to be Head of Asia.
Ecommerce giant Lazada reinvents online shopping through LazLive
Retail
5 Jul 20
LazLive is its in-app live streaming feature which allows users to interact in real time.
Funding rounds intensify as crisis management adds up to VCs' investment criteria
Markets & Investing
5 Jul 20
Investors are expecting a bulk of changes in the ‘new normal’, making it harder for cash-strapped startups.
Entropica Labs aims to make quantum computers commercial
Information Technology
1 Jul 20
The startup creates algorithms, software tools, methods and models for quantum computers.
UNL bridges gaps for under-addressed locations
Information Technology
24 Jun 20
The mapping tech startup gives places a unique universal address to make them digitally fit.
Digital Commerce Intelligence fills access gap in e-commerce data
Information Technology, Retail
21 Jun 20
The AI-based startup makes sure competitive intelligence is not just for established players.
Check out Shootsta's new HQ at Mohamed Sultan Road
Leisure & Entertainment
15 Jun 20
The company prioritised the functionality of the space for filming.
How the Temporary Measures Act provides a lifeline for hard-hit contracts
Professional Services/Legal
14 Jun 20
The act covers agreements made before 25 March.
Bleak post-Covid outlook for investors: Precious Metals economist
Markets & Investing
12 Jun 20
Economist David Mitchell shares his view of the post-Covid macroeconomy.
How Tinvio is automating multiple aspects of supply management
Retail
10 Jun 20
It built a communication platform made solely for streamlining the merchant-supplier process.
CIMB Singapore customers protest mortgage hike
Financial Services
2 Jun 20
More than 60 customers now comprise the group.
RIABU's pledge2play backs debt-ridden SMEs in payments showdown with big firms
Economy
31 May 20
Most SMEs are cash-strapped before COVID-19 and loans are seen as an expensive option.
Business in the time of Corona
Economy
31 May 20
Singapore’s business leaders reveal how they responded and how firms are coping with it.
Online MBA programmes emerge as pandemic prompts temporary closures
HR & Education
31 May 20
Some of the top MBA providers are planning to launch online programmes in the future.
VCs bet big on ESG startups
Economy
25 May 20
Investments in the urban solutions and sustainability domain surged 56% over last year.
Check out EternityX's newly acquired office in JustCo
Information Technology
21 May 20
The office has the same traditional setup from their headquarters and engineering hub.
How IUIGA Technologies makes ecommerce worth every cent and second
Retail
20 May 20
The omnichannel retailer displays real pricing of a product, taking away other costs.
New startup sectors gain ground as VCs fill up coffers
Markets & Investing
17 May 20
Specialised funds are growing larger than ever, but where does the money go?
Singapore to elevate hub status with new digital banking regulation
Financial Services
10 May 20
A more flexible Payment Services Act makes it easier for fintechs to apply full operations in Singapore.

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