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Cautious VCs turn to Series A startups

Early-stage startups in Singapore have raised $50m this year.

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Cautious VCs turn to Series A startups

Early-stage startups in Singapore have raised $50m this year.

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Ryde eyes more tie-ups as part of ‘green’ push

The Singaporean ride-hailing company is set to sign deals with two more EV companies.

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Singapore pushes tech to remain spotless

The city-state’s new funding tranche will help SMEs upgrade their cleaning equipment.

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Singapore’s in-store cafés may soon reach their limit

If every retailer has its own café, it becomes just part of the crowd.

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Food industry told to harness blockchain amidst stricter safety rules

Parliament wants to ensure unsafe food can be quickly removed from the market.

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Etiqa launches Singapore’s first takaful insurance product in years

Demand for Islamic financial products from the Middle East and Southeast Asia is growing.

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Review of hiring process sought under Workplace Fairness bill

Job interviews should avoid bias against age, nationality, sex, religion and disability.

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Tech startups, factories may benefit most from Johor-Singapore ecozone

These companies will enjoy a much lower 5% corporate income tax.

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Life insurers eye growth in 2025: LIA

The push for innovative healthcare solutions amidst medical inflation is a challenge

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Automation could aid Singapore transition to compressed workweek

Employers should use the city-state’s advanced tech infrastructure to make it work.

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Singapore’s most notable lawyers under 40 of 2024

One of this year’s awardees represented a former transport minister in criminal proceedings.

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Maybank opens another ‘Instagrammable’ lifestyle branch

Maybank Singapore's newest branch has a bright space that brings a sense of tranquility.

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REIT listings may boost Singapore IPO market in 2025

A central bank plan to cut listing costs could enhance the city-state’s market appeal.

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10 best ways to invest in 2025

Analysts are not too worried about the impact of US tariffs on Asian investments.

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Aprisium battles global water crisis in real time

The company does not need a lab because it detects water contaminants on-site.

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Steven Tan’s journey from graphic designer to maritime publisher

Marine & Industrial Report enters a new chapter after its sale to Charlton Media Group.

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Xiaohongshu, Taobao could help Singapore brands reach more Chinese clients

Retailers less familiar with the China market could start with Tmall and JD Worldwide.

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