Singapore
URA and HDB open tenders for 3 residential plots
URA and HDB open tenders for 3 residential plots
The sites are located at Lakeside Drive, Dunearn Road, and Woodlands Drive 17.
Singapore has second-highest share of AI-driven sellers
Entrepreneurs use AI in at least 29% of their operations.
Wong flags wage, hiring risks after US tariff decision
The country’s growth forecast will likely be revised downwards.
Singapore eyes directory of heritage businesses
Citizens are being urged to patronise companies with cultural significance.
S-REITs enter recovery phase after 11.8% slide in 2024 returns: UOB
Historical data shows a negative correlation of -0.59 between the FTSE ST All-Share REITs Index and the S&P 500 Index.
Singapore tech salaries rise modestly as hiring rebounds in 2025
Roles like Solutions Engineer, Game Engineer, and Site Reliability Engineer saw the biggest gains.
Singapore cited by UN ESCAP for green central banking practices
Countries like Singapore “have enhanced... ability to cope with macroeconomic implications of climate change.”
Singaporeans want early retirement, but many lack confidence
72% say the goal is realistic—and 43% feel confident managing their finances toward it.
Grab launches AI tools for merchants and drivers in Southeast Asia
The new solutions were developed in collaboration with AI research leaders OpenAI and Anthropic.
Gov’t enhances code on accessibility in the built environment
The new code will take effect from 1 November 2025.
Thakral Corporation says no final decision on GemLife IPO
There is no certainty that GemLife will proceed with any transaction.
SG, Chile sign agreement on carbon credit collaboration
The projects authorised under the agreement will promote sustainable development.
Singapore researchers develop AI-powered 3D imaging for skin cancer mgmt
The technique produces real-time, high-resolution images of skin tumours.
PSBA to launch paramedicine courses under new partnership
The agreement was signed during the launch of its third campus at The Cathay.
COTD: Singapore startup funding jumps 46.72% MoM in March
Early-stage startups (94.3%) held the largest share of funding.
What businesses need to know about selling cosmetics in Singapore
Non-compliance with HSA regulations can result in penalties.
Upper Serangoon site up for sale
It has a guide price of $260m.
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