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LTA rule puts taxis, private hire cars on equal footing
LTA rule puts taxis, private hire cars on equal footing
The number of taxis has fallen by 55% to 13,100 in the past 10 years.
Singapore’s equity reforms may boost IPO activity
Analysts expect interest from financial services, tech, and green energy companies.
Compel vendors to follow anti-graft policy, companies told
Not being open could lead to increased scrutiny and erode investor confidence.
OCBC’s Iris Ng on championing SMEs and green financing
The banker worked on making capital loans more accessible to SMEs through embedded finance.
StanChart’s Elayne Ho takes on new challenges each year to succeed
She cites the importance of surrounding herself with female role models.
Lady bankers need work-life balance: UOB’s Choo Wan Sim
The flight stewardess turned bank digital head also highlighted the importance of mentors.
Far East Hospitality opens first ‘Quincy-curated’ serviced apartments
The 255-unit property is popular among tourists and business travellers.
More buildings must have lactation rooms in Q2
Installing a lactation room in Singapore will cost $20,000 to $40,000.
k-ID helps game developers comply with age regulations
Video game companies can avoid fines using proprietary tech.
Chi Longevity opens luxury clinic at Four Seasons Hotel
The clinic is designed to bring a ‘Nordic airline lounge’ feel.
Industry told to brace for increased demand for offshore wind engineers
Floater designers will be needed under Singapore’s offshore energy plan.
Wenti Labs automates workflow for construction teams
The Singapore startup allows workers to focus on project execution.
Truely lets travellers stay connected with unlimited eSIM data
The startup ensures that visitors always get the fastest and strongest signal.
KMG’s electric supply ship to hold trials in second half
The tests would help refine the design and development of future e-supply vessels.
Singapore told to harness medical tourism
It is missing out on the region’s lucrative market, which could grow to $231.9b (US$172.1b) by 2032.
Singapore urged to cap F&B licenses amidst record closures
More than 3,000 restaurants folded up in 2024.
Racial harmony bill unlikely to choke ethnic fundraising
Disclosure requirements are not meant to stifle the operations of racial groups.
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