Singapore ·       S’pore inventor wins High Court suit against rivals who passed off similar doors as his design https://bit.ly/3MNLIUa ·       Property tycoon Gordon Tang to acquire Suntec Reit manager https://bit.ly/4qfkcxr ·       CapitaLand, UOL consortium puts in top bid of $1.5b for Hougang Central mega mixed-use project http…

  Singapore ·       Young people saving more than older folk, UOB data shows https://bit.ly/4qfeOuj ·       Meet the man with the festive touch for Christmas Wonderland https://bit.ly/4qdputj ·       Soilbuild Construction proposes 4-to-1 stock split after shares soar 313% in 2025 https://bit.ly/4s4rSo0 ·   &nb…

Singapore ·       S’pore firms to keep pay rises steady at 3% to 6% in 2026; some plan smaller bonuses: HR firms https://bit.ly/4j0a35i ·       Singapore’s rise as world’s third-largest foreign exchange hub matters for its people https://bit.ly/44v9WbT ·       HK Land transfers stakes in MBFC Towers 1 and 2, One Raffle…

An unexpected opportunity during a previous internship first sparked Tan Hui Xin’s curiosity about sustainable energy. What began as an exposure to how companies explore cleaner ways of powering the future soon grew into a deeper interest in how data and technology can shape a low-carbon Singapore. Now a third-year Business Analytics student at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), Hui Xin is interning with EMA’s Data An…

Singapore ·       Singapore sees more retrenchments in third quarter as job vacancies continued to drop https://bit.ly/4pAJ8j5 ·       Singapore workers feel trapped over mismatch in expectations amid ‘job-hugging’ trend: Experts https://bit.ly/4rYu28H ·       Tan Su Shan, Ho Ching and Jenny Lee on Forbes’ 2025 list of …

Singapore ·       World’s largest airline caterer Gategroup, co-owned by Temasek, said to be readying for IPO https://bit.ly/492NvNU ·       Countries should repurpose fiscal policies to weather future challenges: President Tharman https://bit.ly/3XN3IAn ·       ComfortDelGro and Pony.ai get green light to test self-driving shuttle…

Singapore ·       Singapore Prestige Brand Award crowns 20 local brands https://bit.ly/3XH2pD9 ·       It’s staggering how Singapore is always thinking ahead: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon https://bit.ly/3KBvn4o ·       JTC’s next-gen estate signals Singapore’s push to lead in advanced manufacturing https://bit.ly/48qF3I4 &m…

Singapore ·       The Clementi Mall sale: Property firm Elegant Group and the family behind it https://bit.ly/4a47mNQ ·       China’s ChemLex unveils in Singapore an AI-powered drug discovery lab run by robots https://bit.ly/4oIJPFQ ·       Sembcorp in talks to buy Australia’s Alinta Energy from HK billionaire Henry Cheng&rsq…

  Singapore ·       Singapore retail sales rose 4.5% in October https://bit.ly/48zHJlu ·       Singapore’s 55 billionaires in 2025 have combined net worth of $335 billion: UBS https://bit.ly/4pM3kOo ·       Manulife Singapore launches AI hub to groom talent https://bit.ly/4rIVvuE ·       Te…

THE PHILIPPINES has sharply lowered its export targets for this year until 2028 amid geopolitical tensions, renewed trade barriers, and persistent disruptions in major shipping routes that continue to squeeze global supply chains and dampen demand. Under the revised Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP), exports are now expected to reach $110.8 billion to $113.4 billion this year, $116.1 billion to $120.2 billion in 2026, $123.3 billion to $1…

The innovative packaging from Vietnam is made from cellulose extracted from orange peels, offering a green, safe, and sustainable alternative to traditional plastics while promoting a circular economy and reducing pollution. BioWraps, a Vietnamese eco-friendly bio-packaging solution, was named one of the Top 10 winners of the Start-up Express International 2025, organised by the Hong Kong (China) Trade Development Council (HKTDC)..... More h…

By adding rewards for logical reasoning steps, a new training framework aims to make large language models more robust and reliable. When asked to solve a tricky problem, some large language models (LLMs) today offer step-by-step explanations of their reasoning. However, these ‘thought processes’ can often be riddled with errors or pure fabrications. Cleaning up this messy logic usually calls for human help or the model itself to r…

Singapore ·       Johor’s Ibrahim Technopolis shifts into high gear to tap Singapore’s data centre rush https://bit.ly/4pTCwvX ·       Exxon to permanently shut one steam cracker in Singapore from March: sources https://bit.ly/3XzQzup ·       Almost one-third of firms on regional list of top employers have Singapore presence …

Singapore ·       Digital bank GXS cuts 82 jobs across the group, about 10% of its workforce https://bit.ly/4ostaWV ·       Budget 2026: SMEs need help with costs and competitiveness as outlook weakens, says SCCCI https://bit.ly/3XwQ700 ·       New programme arms SMEs with M&A and joint venture tools to help plug knowledge gaps https…

Emirates has unveiled an exciting new way for travellers to explore Southeast Asia with the launch of the Emirates Asia Pass. Designed for travellers seeking cultural discovery and flexible itineraries, the pass simplifies multi-city travel across the region, offering convenience, value, and flexibility on one single booking. With the Emirates Asia Pass, customers can book and customise itineraries across Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, C…

Singapore ·       Nearly 3 in 5 employers plan to freeze headcount in 2026: SNEF survey https://bit.ly/48sTpXf ·       Singapore factory activity rises in November as demand for AI chips and servers picks up https://bit.ly/441D9ei ·       More global brands are betting on Singapore as a gateway to high-growth Asian markets https://bit.ly…

Singapore ·       Tokenize Xchange users sue founder and his wife for over $60m in lost assets https://bit.ly/3XYd24n ·       CapitaLand Investment gains on Johor mall announcement; 2 new IPOs launched https://bit.ly/4p4LcPW ·       Low Keng Huat controlling shareholders launch delisting offer at 72 cents a share https://bit.ly/3KiQcl0 &…

Singapore ·       Real median income in Singapore rose 4.3% in 2025 as workers in permanent jobs hit new high https://bit.ly/49O2ZGu ·       Fewer people in S’pore changed jobs in 2025; 60% of those who did enjoyed pay bumps https://bit.ly/3M4GeEp ·       Singapore named top container port under new global benchmark https://bit.ly/…

Only around 0.01 percent of trillion-pesos worth of government securities are currently tokenized, thus National Treasurer Sharon Almanza expressed optimism about a big leap as she hopes that more people invest in these mode of growing their funds. In an interview after the launch of the white paper dubbed “Project Bayani: The Philippines’ Asset Tokenization Opportunity” in Taguig City on Thursday, Almanza said only around PHP1 …

The Government issued Resolution No. 8/2025/NQ-CP dated November 26, 2025, allowing eligible Vietnamese citizens to gamble at Phu Quoc, Ho Tram and Van Don casinos. Under the resolution, Vietnamese nationals who meet the necessary criteria are permitted to gamble at the Phu Quoc casino project (Kien Giang Province) starting November 26. The resolution also launches a five-year pilot program permitting qualified Vietnamese to gamble at the Ho Tram…

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) will issue licences to supply methanol as marine fuel in the Port of Singapore from 1 January 2026, following the Call for Applications launched in March 2025. This marks an important step towards establishing methanol bunkering at scale and driving Singapore’s ambition to be a sustainable multi-fuel bunkering hub. Licences will be awarded to Global Energy Trading Pte Ltd, Golden Island Pte…

The 10th edition of the Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) concluded on 14 November, marking a decade of global collaboration and innovation aimed at building a more open, connected and inclusive financial ecosystem. With more than 70,000 participants from 142 countries and regions in attendance, this milestone edition drew its largest global attendance to date. It reaffirmed SFF’s position as a global platform for policy …

Singapore ·       SMRT, UOB team up to help retailers improve cash flow, gain access to digital, financial solutions https://bit.ly/3Km3LQt ·       ST business journalists win SGX financial journalism award https://bit.ly/485XIZE ·       Raising governance standards of smaller companies on SGX will benefit retail investors https://bit.ly…

Singapore ·       Back to office? Singapore workers want free lunch, flexiwork, subsidised commutes: Polls https://bit.ly/3XQ8zRh ·       Singapore factory output surprises with 29.1% surge in October, led by pharma and electronics https://bit.ly/4pdSnFB ·       Singapore tops global ranking for growing, attracting and retaining talent h…

Chamber signs MoU with National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia “We remain committed to expanding trade and investment cooperation between Dubai and high-potential global markets, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a key driver of international trade.”- Salem AlShamsi - 20 Dubai-based companies took part in the trade mission held as part of the ‘New Horizons’ initiative. - Non-oil trade between Dubai …

Singapore ·       Businesses bet on bigger, refreshed malls in Johor to capture RTS Link footfall https://bit.ly/48zThWU ·       Twelve Cupcakes owes over $1m to creditors; workers may get Oct salary in Q1 2026 https://bit.ly/4odalXl ·       Lion Global Investors launches S’pore’s first fully insured physical gold fund https:…

Singapore ·       Singapore core inflation rises to 1.2% in October, highest recorded in 2025 https://bit.ly/3JSexOr ·       Bankruptcies in S’pore at 5-year high but many who go bust are getting a fresh start https://bit.ly/44uiEXL ·       High Court clears way for $3.5 billion suit against StanChart in 1MDB-linked claim to procee…

Singapore ·       Singapore Govt reviewing collective sales regime; reforms may be on the cards https://bit.ly/4oQanpk ·       SGX move to cut board lot size expected to boost investor interest, liquidity: Observers https://bit.ly/4800bEM ·       Singapore hikes 2025 GDP growth forecast to around 4%, sees 1%-3% growth in 2026 https://bit…

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced today the completion of the Equities Market Review Group’s review and release of its final report. Key measures announced today to strengthen the competitiveness of Singapore’s equities market include: - The establishment of a dual listing bridge connecting the Singapore Exchange (SGX) and Nasdaq. - The launch of a S$30 million “Value Unlock” Package to help listed compan…

Singapore ·       OCBC app adds 8 digital wallets across S-E Asia as bank aims to hit target of 50 globally https://bit.ly/43ASzpO ·       Wilmar’s China unit found guilty of contract fraud, liable for $345 million in losses https://bit.ly/486mszD ·       CDL’s shares jump as it sells US multi-family asset for $186.8 million …

The region has seen growing interest from Singapore businesses Small and medium-sized enterprises will soon be able to tap a new centre in Dubai for support for their expansion efforts in the Middle East. The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) on Wednesday (Nov 19) launched a Singapore Enterprise Centre (SEC) in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – its first in the Middle East and fifth globally..... More https://bit.ly/4r9zLYO Via…

Singapore ·       New SGX-Nasdaq partnership enabling dual listings to launch by mid-2026: MAS https://bit.ly/4o0nUJB ·       Market lifts as SGX reforms show results; new team tasked to push changes through https://bit.ly/3M8a6iW ·       Singapore must strive to lead in AI to power further economic growth: Jeffrey Siow https://bit.ly/4i…

Singapore ·       GlobalFoundries acquires Singapore semiconductor firm amid AI data centre boom https://bit.ly/4oJDavz ·       Indonesia-Singapore twin hub set-up can help businesses strengthen supply chains: EDB https://bit.ly/4r2bq7j ·       Here are the 10 top dividend-paying ETFs on SGX https://bit.ly/487WDzj ·  &nb…

Singapore ·       Firmer ringgit could make shopping trips across Causeway costlier for Singaporeans https://bit.ly/49IbyTh ·       Singapore key exports surge 22% in October amid booming AI demand; economists raise forecasts https://bit.ly/4i1GCiC ·       Weak storytelling could cost Singapore its fintech advantage: GFTN CEO https://bit…

Aviation leaders forecast 4.4% annual passenger growth in the region over two decades, driving fleet expansion and a global shift toward fuel-efficient widebody jets. Aviation industry projections presented at the Association of Asia-Pacific Airlines (AAPA) annual general meeting confirm that the Asia-Pacific region is set to drive global demand for new aircraft over the next 20 years. Industry figures suggest the region, including China and Indi…

PHILIPPINE AIRASIA, INC. (AirAsia Philippines) said it is “pushing very hard” to reach its seven-million-passenger goal by the end of the year amid flight cancellations. “We are pushing very hard to reach the seven-million target. As you know, there have been some cancellations due to typhoons and natural issues, which are beyond the airline’s control,” President and General Manager Suresh Bangah told BusinessWo…

Singapore ·       Fraud and scam claims against digital banks in Singapore on the rise https://bit.ly/48hbgRQ ·       The Sen in Upper Bukit Timah sells 23% of units at launch weekend at average $2,358 psf https://bit.ly/4i7hWWb ·       Singtel rises on higher earnings, special dividend; all eyes on Yangzijiang Maritime listing https://b…

Singapore ·       Singapore Airlines announces special dividend even as earnings fall more than 67% in first half https://bit.ly/4oyjSJH ·       A*Star and financial institutions to teach AI to understand Singlish: MAS https://bit.ly/47GkO8Z ·       Regulated stablecoins offer value stability, says MAS chief Chia Der Jiun https://bit.ly/…

‘India, known as the pharmacy of the world, is a powerhouse in pharmaceuticals and medical technologies, and there is a huge scope of cooperation and collaboration between the two countries amid the Royal Government moving forward with the noble mission of universal healthcare.’ A senior official in the Ministry of Health has urged Indian pharma companies to explore opportunities in Cambodia, alongside supporting the country’s h…

Congratulating the new direct flight, Prime Minister Hun Manet on his social media writes that the launch reflects the close cooperation between the governments of the two countries. InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo), an Indian low-cost airline, today launches its first direct flights to Cambodia, connecting Kolkata city to Siem Reap province with three weekly services using Airbus A320neo aircraft.... More https://bit.ly/3Xslx7y Via khme…

Singapore ·       Warren Golf & Country Club temporarily closes 3 F&B eateries due to ‘manpower challenges’ https://bit.ly/4rduTSD ·       3 in 4 SMEs not ready to go green due to tighter operating margins, lack of expertise: Report https://bit.ly/4oYNCiK ·       Singtel first-half profit nearly trebles to $3.4 billio…

Singapore ·       Singapore SMEs to get help adopting generative AI under new initiative https://bit.ly/3Ju77Rh ·       Shopee-owner Sea misses quarterly profit estimates on higher expenses https://bit.ly/49Jt0Xd ·       ‘I remain in Singapore’: Art Works COO assures stakeholders after abrupt liquidation https://bit.ly/3WTWzh…

NET INFLOWS of foreign direct investments (FDI) into the Philippines slumped by 40.5% in August, amid a drop in net investments in debt instruments, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported on Monday. Preliminary central bank data showed that net inflows declined by 40.5% year on year to $494 million from $830 million in the same month in 2024. This was the lowest amount in two months or since the $376 million recorded in June....…

So far this year, Viet Nam has attracted more than 170 foreign-invested projects in the semiconductor sector, with total registered capital of almost US$11.6 billion, according to Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui Hoang Phuong. These projects focus primarily on two key segments of the global semiconductor value chain—chip design and packaging and testing. They include around 60 chip design companies, eight packaging and testing …

The National Robotics Programme (NRP), together with partners, has announced a suite of new initiatives to advance robotics adoption and build a future-ready robotics workforce. The new initiatives include the set-up of a shared testbed, a new collaboration and national standards to advance robot interoperability, and a programme to strengthen talent development. The announcements were made at ROSCon 2025, the world's leading developer conference…

Singapore ·       Singapore adds 94 ships to registry in September as vessel reflagging accelerates https://bit.ly/4qY7iVR ·       Singtel confirms talks over Singapore data centre firm, shares soar another 4.7% https://bit.ly/3Lo7Ofx ·       AI automation firm Workato launches Singapore lab, plans to add 65 staff https://bit.ly/47AumlW …

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and RINA, a multinational engineering consultancy, inspection, and certification group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a technology demonstration centre and collaborate on maritime innovation, digitalisation, decarbonisation, and talent development. The MoU was signed on 5 November 2025 by Mr Ang Wee Keong, Chief Executive of MPA, and Mr Carlo Luzzatto, Chief Executi…

SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) is introducing a new trading engine, “Iris-ST”, in the Singapore stock market. Iris-ST will enable SGX Member firms to offer better and additional services, equipping them to seize opportunities as the market grows. “The new and improved features in Iris-ST will deliver benefits to the Singapore stock market and market participants. These features range from new order types and risk controls to mor…