Singapore Business Review

SGX RegCo aims to expedite shareholder-requisitioned meetings
The public can submit their feedback on the proposal until 23 May.
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.
Singapore amongst top choices for ASEAN business expansion
Over 80% of companies aim to expand overseas, with Indonesian and Vietnamese companies leading in interest.
URA unveils 4th Rail Corridor community node
Ho Bee Land developed the 1.6-hectare community node.

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Financial Services Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
Markets & Investing 20 Hottest Startups of 2024
Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.
Commercial Property Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse
The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Markets & Investing Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Markets & Investing Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus
A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).
HR & Education MBA offerings refined amidst downturn in enrollment
Despite adaptation to post pandemic shifts and the elevated value of MBA degrees, enrollees drop 8.3% in 2023.
HR & Education Singapore's plan to raise retirement age sparks debate
Experts see Singapore on track to setting retirement at 65 and re-employment at 70 by 2030.

Top News

SGX RegCo aims to expedite shareholder-requisitioned meetings
The public can submit their feedback on the proposal until 23 May.
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.
Singapore amongst top choices for ASEAN business expansion
Over 80% of companies aim to expand overseas, with Indonesian and Vietnamese companies leading in interest.
URA unveils 4th Rail Corridor community node
Ho Bee Land developed the 1.6-hectare community node.

Exclusives

Financial Services Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
Markets & Investing 20 Hottest Startups of 2024
Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.
Commercial Property Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse
The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Markets & Investing Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Markets & Investing Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus
A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).
HR & Education MBA offerings refined amidst downturn in enrollment
Despite adaptation to post pandemic shifts and the elevated value of MBA degrees, enrollees drop 8.3% in 2023.
HR & Education Singapore's plan to raise retirement age sparks debate
Experts see Singapore on track to setting retirement at 65 and re-employment at 70 by 2030.

Join the Singapore Business Review community