Singapore

News

Micron to Expand Its Manufacturing Footprint in Singapore

Micron Technology Inc. intends to invest $7 billion to expand its manufacturing footprint in Singapore over the next few years.

News

Singapore’s Economic Growth Surpasses Estimates

Singapore has reported economic growth in the last three months of 2024, the pace of which exceeded preliminary expectations regarding the intensity of the dynamic of this indicator.

News

Amazon S$2B Investments Into Singapore Businesses Creates Over 10,000 Indirect Jobs

Amazon invested over S$2 billion in Singapore in 2023, driving over 10,000 indirect jobs for the market and supporting thousands of local businesses.

Blockchain & Crypto

Stablecoin Payments Near $1B in Singapore

The second quarter of 2024 saw record stablecoin payments in Singapore, showing an over 5,000% surge compared to the same period last year.

News

Economists Improve Singapore 2024 Growth Forecast

Experts have revised their forecasts for the growth of Singapore’s economy in the current year to improve.

Articles

Secure a COE Loan in Singapore: A Comprehensive Guide on Certificate of Entitlement Loans

Singapore’s unique approach to car ownership, governed by the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) system, sets it apart as one of the most expensive places in the world to own a car. The COE is a necessary permit that allows individuals to own and operate a vehicle for 10 years. However, acquiring a COE is just […]

Science & Technology

Singapore Considers Bill to Fight Fraud

Singapore is currently considering a bill that provides for the police to be able to order banks to temporarily prevent customers from transferring money to fraudsters.

News

Stripe Boosts Asian Commerce With AI Payment Capabilities

Stripe’s Optimized Checkout Suite and Radar Assistant powered by AI complement Stripe’s new Adaptive Pricing feature in an offering for Asian businesses involved in cross-border commerce.

Finance & Economics

DBS Leverages PBOC’s Carbon Emission Reduction Facility to Issue RMB 500M Green Loan

The green loan provided by DBS will help Envision Energy develop a 100-megawatt wind turbine farm in the Henan province in northeastern China.

Blockchain & Crypto

BitGo Secures Payment License in Singapore

US crypto company BitGo can now expand its operations in Singapore with regulated digital payment token services.

News

HSBC & SBF to Help Singapore Businesses Expand to Greater Bay Area, India, and the Middle East

Due to the fresh partnership, businesses in Singapore will be able to leverage global HSBC network and solutions for international expansion and net-zero transition.

Events

The Business Show Asia

The Business Show is the world’s leading event for entrepreneurs, business owners and start-ups. Running for 25 years, The Business Show takes place in locations across the globe including London, Los Angeles, Miami, and Singapore, and the team behind the event have plans to continually expand to reach more countries and markets.

Blockchain & Crypto

Insights from the Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) Singapore 2024

Singapore has emerged as a leading cryptocurrency hub in Southeast Asia, attracting both retail and institutional investors. It’s crucial for investors and enthusiasts to stay informed and educated about the constantly evolving crypto ecosystem. Understanding the nuances of buying Bitcoin in Singapore, such as reputable exchanges, secure storage options, and tax implications, is essential for […]

News

RBI Joins Project Nexus for Seamless Cross-Border Payments

RBI joins BIS cross-border payment initiative Project Nexus to facilitate instantaneous retail payments among ASEAN countries.

News

Singapore Says About Laundering Risk

Singapore has stated that its banking sector poses the highest money laundering risks to the city-state.

News

Singapore Ranks №1 Globally in GenAI Work Usage

About 60% of employees in Singapore use generative AI (GenAI) tools at work, the highest usage rate globally, alongside Hong Kong.