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Singapore launches new measures to bolster digital banking security
Singapore launches new measures to bolster digital banking security
Banks are asked to remove links in emails and SMS sent to customers.
CapitaLand Development divests Vietnam-based Capital Place for $751m
It will redeploy the proceeds from this divestment into higher-yielding assets.
Younger Singaporeans led 50% of the overseas in-store spending increase
The US, the UK, and Australia were their top destinations during the year-end.
Vertex SPAC’s public offering subscribed 36 times
The company offered 0.6 million units at $5 each.
6 of 10 businesses think corporate integrity standards have stagnated
96% of respondents also believe that this is essential to their organisation.
NODX grows 18.4% in December 2021
The record surpassed Bloomberg's estimate of 13.5%.
56% of S'poreans did not receive ‘strong support’ from employers during the pandemic
Globally, the percentage of workers who had the same sentiment was lower at 51%.
Market update: STI down 0.04%
Sembcorp Industries had the most growth.
Cryptocurrency ATMs close down in Singapore following MAS clampdown: report
Two operators, Daenerys and Deodi, have shut down their ATM machines in the city.
The lure of Singapore – An attractive destination for single family offices
The majority of SFO growth has taken place in Asia, with locations such as Singapore and Hong Kong gaining international popularity.
This zero-emission electric cabin motorbike redefines sustainability on city roads
The KBi Vigorous combines high performance, speed, and safety in the comfort of a fully covered vehicle, in one compact package.
Lentor Hills Road closes bids below expectations
Jalan Tembusu, meanwhile, saw a strong performance due to the opportunity present in the area.
Axe the gap with tax: Will the GST Amendment Bill level the playing field for local business?
Under the bill, goods worth $400 or less imported by air or post will be subject to GST.
F&B Briefing: Hawkers go digital to preserve an important part of Singapore’s culture
The number of registered hawkers has gone down to around 13,000 since 2015.
Grab Singapore includes more banks in linked account feature
Users can now link accounts from Bank of China, DBS, Maybank, OCBC, StanChart, and UOB.
Moderate earnings expected for SGX: RHB
RHB points to a two-month-long dip in total securities market turnover and an incoming economic reopening.
SIAEC, Rolls-Royce ink 10-year line maintenance and in-field services agreement
The new deal also extends SIAEC’s existing on-wing care services with Rolls-Royce.
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