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Fave Singapore wins major payment institution license from MAS
Fave Singapore wins major payment institution license from MAS
The firm has over US$1b in transactions across Southeast Asia and India.
More than half of Singaporean businesses recognise gen AI’s potential: report
The vast majority have not implemented a governance framework for gen AI.
Malaysia-Singapore council pledges support for Johor-Singapore SEZ
This underscores the council’s dedication to enhancing bilateral economic ties.
Mohamed Salleh and family want to take Second Chance Properties private at $0.30 per share
The offeror owns 85.07% of the company’s shares.
Wealth inequality in Singapore surpasses other APAC nations
Inequality rose by 22.9% between 2008-2023.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.48%; Top stock is ThaiBev
ThaiBev is the top stock with a 5.54% increase.
Singapore art market shows resilience with online sales surge
Despite global economic concerns, the art market remains stable.
Temasek’s net portfolio value rises to $389b in FY 2024
The firm’s unlisted portfolio also grew by $31b.
LTA to end new diesel vehicle registrations by 2025
Diesel cars registered before 2025 will face higher road taxes.
Maybank SG prevents S$1.21m loss across 19 cases
The bank worked with the SPF to intervene in 19 scam cases.
Value of loans to SG SMEs fell by 42% in 2023
There were less SMEs earning $300,000 a month who took out loans.
Civil servants to receive annual $500 well-being subsidy
The government also enhanced the medical and dental benefits of civil servants.
Port wait time falls, but the Red Sea crisis causes delays
The average wait time at the port has declined to two days at most.
SG-Shanghai economic ties strengthen with 7.8% trade growth in 2023
Both nations emphasised expanding cooperation in the digital economy.
Nanofilm clarifies 10% stock surge due to Sydrogen's fuel cell venture
The partnership aims to develop a 250 kW hydrogen fuel cell power module system.
Keppel DC REIT to acquire Tokyo Data Centre 1 for $201m
This marks Keppel DC REIT’s entry into Japan.
SleekFlow names Gao Lei new Chief Technology Officer
He has over two decades of experience in tech leadership.
Commentary
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Why phishing and software updates still matter for Singapore organisations
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