Staff Reporter

SGX RegCo aims to expedite shareholder-requisitioned meetings

The public can submit their feedback on the proposal until 23 May.

SGX RegCo confirms ESR Group Limited's eligibility to vote on Sabana REIT trust deed amendments

The regulator emphasised that no rule bars the sponsor from voting on amendments.

Citi names Amit Dhawan as head of CCB Singapore

Dhawan has been head of emerging corporates for Asia since 2017.

SGH and NNI study reveals connection between scoliosis and brainstem

Around 3% of adolescents in Singapore have scoliosis.

Fintech Qashier clinches in-principle approval for a MPI license from MAS

Qashier had been operating under an exempted framework for the past 5 years.

LHN unit divests 20% stake in Coliwoo (TK) 

The unit sold 20,000 shares for $20,000.

NDCS and NYP ink MoU to boost digital dentistry

The partnership offers internships and learning journeys on CAD/CAM and dentofacial imaging.

CBD Grade A office rents show stagnation in 1Q24

Rents for CBD Grade A offices held steady at $9.65 psf.

Malaysia launches platform for RE cross-border sale to Singapore

It also opened the auction for the inaugural 100 MW capacity.

Singlife and Doctor Anywhere launch subscription plan for self-employed

The partnership is set to benefit about 310,000 self-employed individuals.

Sustainability not top priority for half of Singapore travellers

75% said they aim to travel more sustainably over the next 12 months. 

MAS slaps 12-year ban on ex-Manulife rep for cheating

Ong Ka Yong was sentenced to 47 months’ imprisonment on 4 September 2023.

Singapore records 741 ransomware attacks in 2023

Overall, 287,413 ransomware incidents hit businesses across SEA.

Uniting ports and shipping for decarbonisation solutions

Green Ports and Shipping Congress is the only conference to bring together ports and shipping to collaborate on the requirements to meet the IMO’s 2050 zero GHG emission targets.

Singapore amongst top choices for ASEAN business expansion

Over 80% of companies aim to expand overseas, with Indonesian and Vietnamese companies leading in interest.