Singapore
In Singapore’s trust economy, private enterprises must rethink digital trust and safety
In Singapore’s trust economy, private enterprises must rethink digital trust and safety
Trust is not a feature, it is a foundation that must be designed from the ground up.
Singapore police can now freeze bank accounts to protect scam victims
Restriction orders target individuals at risk of being scammed.
UMS Integration issues prospectus for Bursa Malaysia Listing
The secondary listing will be by introduction with no issuance of shares.
MAS renews IMF loan commitment until 2030
It has a maximum limit of $2.23b.
HDB estimates 0.9% rise in resale prices for Q2 2025
This is the lowest increase since Q2 2020.
Freddy Sim to step down as CEO of Creative Technology
Sim will remain as a non-executive, non-independent director at the company.
CapitaLand to launch LyndenWoods in Singapore Science Park
The development will consist of two 24-storey towers featuring a mix of two- to four-bedroom units.
Cybercriminals exploit GSS frenzy to steal user data: Kaspersky
The scams range from fake e-commerce websites that take payments for non-existent goods to phishing pages.
Experts warn of possible deterioration in Singapore’s labour market
UOB cites falling recruitment and resignation rates as early warning signs.
CCCS assumes safety and metrology duties from 1 July
The agency will now serve as a single point of contact for issues relating to fair trading practices, product safety standards, and accurate trade measurements.
UAE begins DEPA accession with working group launch
The agreement aims to reduce barriers in the digital economy, streamline cross-border operations, and promote innovation.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.05%; Top stock is UOL
UOL is the top stock with a 1.48% increase.
Labour market growth slows in Q1 2025
Total employment grew by 2,400.
AVPN launches new platform to streamline philanthropy in Asia
It offers a curated pool of over 400 verified impact organisations.
Info-Tech to offer 24.86 million shares in SGX IPO
The company expects to raise $23.4m in net proceeds.
North West CDC unveils Project Sama Sama for vulnerable households
It gives eligible households $20 monthly and access to essentials via vending machines.
Olam says share price fails to reflect company’s intrinsic value
It cited the conglomerate discount as a factor.
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