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Are your go-to online marketplaces safe enough?

Are your go-to online marketplaces safe enough?

In 2023, Singapore reported 9,783 e-commerce scam cases.

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20 Hottest Startups of 2024

Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.

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Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse

The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.

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Single bids for Zion and Upper Thomson sites reflect new norm in the residential market

The sites received a bid of $1.11b and $779.56m, respectively.

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Four tech sectors emerge as bright spots in Singapore's startup scene

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Days of excess are over, investors warn founders

Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.

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Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus

A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).

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Private downgraders and first-time buyers drive HDB resale price spike

Experts predict a 3%-5% uptick in resale prices.

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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.

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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.

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Inflation rises to 3.4% YoY in February

This is faster following a 2.9% slowdown in January.

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Workforce faces modest salary hikes as a majority of firms limit raises to 3%

About 17.9% of employers anticipate maintaining the same salary levels.

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OWNDAYS Singapore softens tax hike impact on consumers

GM says they cut SG$20 (US$14.95) in over 200 designs and retained the prices across the rest of the products.

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Low-quality apps drain $3.24m from businesses yearly

To avoid losses, more than a quarter of firms plan to invest in mobile app quality and testing

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Housing demand hit by cooler jobs market

HDB and condo rental volumes dipped 19.1% MoM and 21.0% MoM, respectively, in February.

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Why Lentor Mansion did ‘exceptionally well’ despite buyers’ price sensitivity

The development sold 75% of its units during its weekend launch.

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Developers' sales decline due to Lunar New Year, lack of project launches

Still, the experts anticipate a potential rebound in March sales.

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